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- Size: 1.4″ L x 1.2″ W
- Authentic: an original NOVICA fair trade product in association with National Geographic.
- Certified: comes with an official NOVICA Story Card certifying quality & authenticity.
- Exceptional Artisan Quality by Maria Belen Nilson.
- Product info: Sterling silver
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About this item: “Self-Portrait with Monkey” is a renowned painting by Mexican artist Frida Kahlo that inspires Maria Belen Nilson. Frida’s striking features are expertly detailed in silver over a burnished background. She is accompanied by a monkey and a parrot in a lush tropical setting. Nilson designs a fascinating brooch pendant featuring a hidden bale as well as a pin. The original Spanish title of Kahlo’s painting is “Auto-retrato con mono.” .925 Sterling silver
- Signed by the artist
- Color(s) may vary slightly
About our Artist: When Maria Belen Nilson was 21, she left Argentina and ventured into Mexico on her own. ‘I chose Mexico because I have admired this country and its culture ever since I was very young. I love this country, all of my designs are inspired by Mexico and Frida Kahlo. I really enjoy doing what I do, it comes from my deep love for Mexico, and for letting me be who I want to be. If you follow what your heart tells you, you will never be mistaken and you will get what you are looking for.’…