Measures: Size 1 Diameter: 23.6 (60cm) Mirror diameter: 12.5 (32cm) Size 2 Diameter:27.5(70cm) Mirror diameter:15.3(39cm) Size3 Dimeter:31.5 (80cm) Shipping: - All shipments are made by DHL, they take approximately 4-6 days - Request. Packages can be tracked with the provided tracking number. - Buyers are responsible for any Customs and/or import taxes that may apply. ABOUT THE REVERSE PAINTED GLASS: The technique of reverse-painted glass arrived in Peru from Europe with the Spanish conquest of the Americas. It was taught in the city of Cuzco, at the first art school in Latin America, founded in 1548. Initially, this technique was used to recreate paintings by famous artists & make replicas of religious images. The main goal of art in Peru during the Spanish conquest was the evangelization of the indigenous people. As the language barrier prevented direct communication, religious imagery was used as a visual tool, adorned in gilded frames to evoke a sense of divinity & awe among the Andean population. From the 16th to the 18th century, the technique was mainly used to replicate religious images. Towards the end of this period, small traces of this technique began to appear in the decoration of frames with floral designs, marking the beginning of the adaptation by Peruvian artisans, who incorporated Andean elements, recreating nature in their floral designs. During Peru's emancipation in the 19th century, the use of this technique was lost, only to resurface at the beginning of the 20th century in Cajamarca, where small mirrors decorated with floral motifs were found. This style was attributed to a Cajamarcan origin & evolved throughout the 20th century. By the end of the century, most artisans had migrated to Lima due to the growing demand for this craft. in the capital, production increased, modernizing the style & collaborating with international designers, which helped raise quality standards to compete in high-end markets, even positioning the pieces as luxury items in upscale stores. in 2008, the global economic crisis, which originated in the United States, also affected Peruvian artisans, leading to the closure of many workshops. Today, only a few families continue to preserve this art form, which, thanks to the internet, has managed to be marketed directly from artisan workshops to the end consumer. By purchasing this piece today, you are not just acquiring a decorative object for your home; you are taking home a fragment of Peruvian history & culture. Each mirror is handmade by artisans who pass down techniques from generation to generation, blending tradition & elegance in every detail. Perfect for those seeking a unique & exclusive touch, our mirror is a tribute to luxury & Peruvian craftsmanship, ideal for those who wish to add a cultural accent with history & design to their space. Furthermore, your purchase helps support Peruvian artisan workshops & preserves a tradition that nearly faded into history. _Magic&golden sun_ Handmade textured blue & turquoise Peruvian mirror with Andean flower design & hand painted on the back of the glass. The wood is carved by hand, giving shape to each of the pearls that surround the frame. After working the wood, it is covered with thin sheets of bronze, thus giving the golden finish. Shipping: - All shipments are made by DHL, they take approximately 4-6 days - Request. Packages can be tracked with the provided tracking number. - Buyers are responsible for any Customs and/or import taxes that may apply. ABOUT US: Our history with craftsmanship dates back to the 1960s, when my maternal grandfather, Juan Moreno, born in Cajamarca, began learning this artisan technique from his cousins & uncles, who were already working with it, even though the style was just beginning to emerge at that time. Years later, my grandfather moved to the capital, Lima, where he opened his own craft workshop & started selling his products in local stores. in the 1980s, my father, Carlos Chuquillanqui, whom he met through a local church, joined the workshop & worked alongside him. in the early 1990s, taking advantage of the growing demand for artisan products for export, my father founded his own workshop. in a short time, his business grew to become the largest of its kind, employing over 50 artisans. Many of them, over time, were able to open their own workshops & carve out their own path in this art. Thanks to his efforts, our products have reached all continents, being
