NOVICA Artisan Handmade Alpaca Blend Shawl Geometric in Brick Slate from Peru Wool Accessories Shawls Grey White Red Cultural ' Geometric Andes'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Beautiful diamond motifs in slate are flanked with geometric waves of brick in this Peruvian shawl. Designed by Waldo Berrios, the shawl is woven with alpaca and wool blend fibers to achieve a soft cold weather accessory. Size: 79.0" L x 20.75" WDry clean or hand wash in cold water|Dry cleaning recommended|Textile softness: Soft -- this item has been made with natural fibers that are soft to the touchAbout our Artist: ‘I was born in Huancayo with a love for my land and a great desire to learn, so my father taught me how to knit when I was very young. I studied industrial engineering, and that's when I met my wife. When I was working as a professor of technical design I started designing using different colors and then translating them into knitted patterns at my father's workshop. After my parents passed away, my wife and I got a small amount of capital to start our own workshop. We started with six sweaters and as they began to sell production began to increase, so did our dedication. We also had to deal with some tough experiences such as being conned, orders that didn't get paid and faulty designs. My focus now is on creating fine knitwear of top quality, and in so doing sharing with the world the beauty of our culture and our Andean textiles. I work with a team of artisans who believe in my objective and I’m thrilled that we all enjoy our line of work so that we'll give it our most.’

• An original Novica artisan handcrafted product
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Waldo Berrios to craft this item
• Exceptional quality: Crafted with care to be treasured as a keepsake for many years to come
• Product details: 50% alpaca, 45% acrylic, 5% wool