Novica Brazil
Carnaval mask, 'Warrior'
Markings across the face distinguish this mask as a Parakan� replica, faithfully hand-crafted by Eleonora Dobbin in paper mach� and painted with acrylics.
Merchant: NOVICA
'Net at Rest'
Frothy waves wash rhythmically on white sand like spun sugar where fish nets are stretched to dry on a pale beach. Awash in sunlight, this golden scene is redolent of sea breezes. Anita Soares turns her lens toward the vastness of Brazil's seacoast at Parati, near Rio de Janeiro.
Merchant: NOVICA
Leather wall hanging, 'Victory'
Sailing across time on unchartered waters, the "Victory" galleon remains a proud emblem of an era of discovery. The Spanish and British navies used galleons such as this one in the 16th and 17th centuries for trade with the American colonies.
Merchant: NOVICA
Sculpture, 'Ocean Mother Goddess'
Exquisitely gowned in frothy sea blue, a dancer personifies Yemanj�. She embodies the energy of the earth's waters and is considered the mother of all Candombl� orix�s (gods). The Candombl� religion is widely observed in northeastern Brazil.
Merchant: NOVICA
Quartz ball, 'Green Healer'
Much of the world's quartz is mined in Brazil, and green quartz has a special identification with the country. Evoking the vast verdant rain forest, the mineral's emerald mystique appears as a perfect sphere. Guena creates the polished piece to emanate positive energy.
Merchant: NOVICA
'Blue Cats' (triptych)
Cats strike clever expressions in this trio of paintings by Ricardo Siccuro. The atmosphere is joyous, yet hypnotic, as luminous earthen tones contrast powerfully with outer bands of moody blue. Whimsical and creative, the triptych is titled "Gatos Azuis" in Portuguese.
Merchant: NOVICA