andean reverse painted glass mirrors
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Mirror, ‘Garden Gold’
Posted by Novica on 10 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
An effusion of floral and leafy designs characterize this oval inlaid glass mirror by Asunta Pelaez Ramos. Gilt trims and partitions the elegant pattern, lending regality to the graceful curves.
Mirror, ‘Sky Blue’
Posted by Novica on 02 Sep 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Bathed in light, ornate blossoms illuminate a clear blue sky. Edmundo Contreras portrays them on a magnificent octagonal mirror. Painted by hand on the reverse side of glass panes, they evoke the majestic designs in Peru’s colonial palaces.
Mirror, ‘Garden of Love’
Posted by Novica on 06 May 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
A majestic bird flies over a garden of gold created by Asunta Pelaez. She paints the scene by hand on the reverse side of glass before setting it in the mirror frame. This fascinating art form is unique to the Cajamarca region of Peru.
Cedar mirror, ‘Daisy Fan’
Posted by Novica on 01 May 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Yellow daisies grace this mirror with glowing colors. With hand-painted motifs on the reverse side of glass panes, it is shaped like an open fan. Edmundo Contreras creates a beautiful design with a contemporary feel, delightfully fusing old and new.
Mirror, ‘Golden Star’
Posted by Novica on 30 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
The colorful art of Cajamarca finds expression in this wall mirror, hand-painted with elaborate detail by Asunta Pelaez. The mirror is surrounded by painted glass panels beaming with golden light like the brightest star in the Peruvian firmament.
Mirror, ‘Red Sunflower Fan’
Posted by Novica on 30 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Stylized sunflowers illuminate this mirror with glowing colors. Painted by hand on the reverse side of glass panes, it is shaped like an open fan. Edmundo Contreras creates a beautiful design with a contemporary feel, delightfully fusing old and new.
Mirror, ‘Deepest Midnight’
Posted by Novica on 27 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Golden and white flower patterns twinkle like diamond stars on a deep black background, wondrously evoking the calm of midnight in a fragrant garden. The designs are skillfully painted on glass panels by Asunta Pelaez, carefully adhered onto a wooden frame. They are magnificently gilded to create this stunning mirror in the timeless Cajamarca style.
Painted glass mirror, ‘Sunny Illusions’
Posted by Novica on 27 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Flowers seem to become colorful butterflies in a detailed illusion masterminded by Peru’s Gelacio Gir???n. He takes his inspiration from the artistry of Colonial times, and paints the motifs by hand on the reverse side of glass. Featuring a wood backing, the frame’s contours are elegantly marked in gilt.
Mirror, ‘Precious Blooms’
Posted by Novica on 24 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
Asunta Pelaez designs a mirror of sumptuous beauty that features gem-like flowers blossoming on golden vines. She paints the precious scene by hand on the reverse side of glass. This fascinating art form is unique to the Cajamarca region of Peru and results in a mirror and frame of stately elegance.
Mirror, ‘Floral Crimson’
Posted by Novica on 22 Apr 2008 | Tagged as: andean reverse painted glass mirrors, home decor, mirrors, novica, wall decor
A deep crimson field blooms with the subtle movements of blue and white flowers, their scalloped outlines bordered in gilded splendor. The work requires intense patience, as Asunta Pelaez executes the composition on the reverse side of glass panes. Reflecting the artistic traditions of Cajamarca, Peru, this piece offers a luminous accent to any d???cor.