NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. The magnificent avian designs created by Cerapio Vallejo, an inspired artisan, come to life in this imposing hand-woven tapestry, hand-loomed from the finest sheep's wool. Graceful storks pose in their characteristic one-legged stance, while doves soar high above. And on each corner, butterflies stand still and poised, all the better to admire their extraordinary colors. The rhombus designs incorporate distinct geometric and mask designs used by the ancient forefathers of the Peruvian people. Artisan Info: Cerapio Vallejo's artistry has been featured in many periodicals, including Business Week, Sunset magazine, and the San Francisco Chronicle, and on PBS Television. He is also featured in Keepers of the Arts, a beautiful hardcover book available through Novica. "My art form was handed down to me from my parents and grandparents. But the quality of my work is the result of my long experience and the product of my careful observation over the years. I draw inspiration from our ancient Peruvian cultures, Andean village life, and from our snow-capped mountains. "I have faced many challenges during my life, and I have learned from them. Perhaps the most difficult was when I was obliged to leave my house in Ayacucho with my family. I had to make this painful decision because there
