Make your Christmas tree a true work of art with these hand painted ornaments.
In the Mandarin language, Ne'Qwa is the term for the centuries-old artistic tradition of reverse painting on the inside of glass. Through a small opening in each ornament, the artist uses delicate brush strokes to hand-paint on the inside of mouth-blown glass. From outlining to shading to color application, all work is painstakingly done in free hand. This reverse-painting art form flourished during the 17th century, however today there are only a few artist groups, living in remote villages thoughout China, who possess the skill to create these Ne'Qwa Art ornaments. By bringing together the traditional paintings of well-known artists, and the centuries-old skill of Chinese artisans, Ne'Qwa Art is committed to reviving this ancient art form.
| Through a small opening at the top of each ornament, Ne'Qwa Art artists paint in fine detail, first outlining and continuing with shading and application of color. Depending on the intricacy of the design, one piece may take a single day to several weeks to complete. |  |
| Each ornament comes with a luxurious hand-made giftbox. The
box is constructed of a sturdy wood and some are covered in a hand-loomed silk damask and
finished with the Ne'Qwa Art insignia clasp(pic1) and others will be in a velvet covered
box(pic2). The ornament is protected on all sides by the padded silk-lined interior.
The information booklet includes the history of the art form, the painting
techniques required, a picture and biography of the artist and a statement of
authenticity.
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There are over 50 different pieces to choose from in many shapes, sizes and mediums. Some are numbered, limited edition. Some are painted with water color and some enamel. Designs range from traditional Christmas to nature to whimsical but all are works of art. Please enjoy your visit.
