Auction

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"Ometepe Island" Painting by Jose Ortiz Bracamonte

Graciously donated by: Walter & Els van Woudenberg
Jose Ortiz has been identified as a poet in his technique. As a young artist he created a body of work for world acclaimed Nicaraguan poet Pablo Antonio Cuadra. The influence developed into a signature style in Jose’s ceramic sculpture and development of a ceramic wall art. He has presented in exhibitions all around the world as a well-known and revolutionary Nica artist. His mystical painting, "Ometepe Island," is 2x3 feet, oil on canvas.

Value: $800.00

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"I'm Happy" by Rebecca Martin, Oil Painting by Rebecca Martin Fine Art

Graciously donated by: Rebecca Martin Fine Art
Local Lafayette artist Rebecca Martin has spent her whole life by either the ocean in Virginia or by the mountains in Colorado. She is the happiest outdoors, and hopes to take her viewers there with her. "I'm Happy" is an original oil painting and is #2 of her 150 prints that will be made in this form.

Value: $55.00

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Handmade Geometric Bowls by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handmade Geometric Bowls were inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $100.00

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Handmade Ceramic Vase and Bowl by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handmade Ceramic Vase and Bowl were inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $200.00

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Handcrafted Decorative Vases by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handcrafted Decorative Vases were inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $220.00

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Handmade Geometric Vase by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handmade Geometric Vases were inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $100.00

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Ceramic Candle Holder by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Ceramic Candle Holder was inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $110.00

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Handmade Ancient Style Bowl by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handmade Ancient Style Bowl was inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $75.00

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Handmade Candleholders by Nicaraguan Artist

Graciously donated by: Nicaraguan Artist
Two beautiful handmade candleholders designed in a pre-Colombian fashion with a modern twist and bright colors. Perfect centerpiece for a dining or living room table. The candles are placed in the center of the egg-shaped design and brighten up the entire room with unique shadows and lights.

Value: $55.00

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Handcrafted Nicaraguan Pottery by Nicaraguan Artist Miguel Calero

Graciously donated by: Miguel Calero
Miguel Angel, also known as Michelangelo, was elected mayor of San Juan de Oriente in Nicaragua in 2009. He is a well recognized figure in the village for both his community service and his art. Miguel focuses his work on pre-Columbian pieces, from which his pottery shop takes its name. They also produce geometric, modern and utilitarian pottery. However, he is best known for his extremely detailed geometric pieces, which are produced with attention to the finest detail. Miguel has won special recognition in local, national and international competitions, including awards at exhibitions in Spain and Puerto Rico. The Handcrafted Nicaraguan Vase was inspired by the pre-Colombian style of the native people. Geometric patterns were commonly found on ancient pieces and painted on as part of the pre-Colombian patterns. For decorative purposes only.

Value: $145.00