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Dancing a Tango with Tromp l’oeil at the San Telmo Market, Buenos Aires

by Jane Canapini | May 8, 2013 | Argentina, Art, Artefacts, Buenos Aires

The Art: 46-inch high Paper Mosaic Artwork from Buenos Aires, Argentina The Story: As much as this looks like a well-loved (read ‘damaged’) woven shawl mounted in a giant frame, don’t be fooled. This is actually a flat piece of paper on which tiny...

Bazaar Impressions of Egypt

by Jane Canapini | Mar 8, 2013 | Art, Artefacts, Egypt

The Art: A coverlet from the Tentmakers’ Bazaar in Cairo The Story: I think I put off going to Egypt for many years (despite my fascination with it), for one reason: I was intrigued with the world of ancient Egypt, a world that hadn’t existed for 5000+...

Toucan Travel For the Price of One in Costa Rica

by Jane Canapini | Feb 8, 2013 | Art, Artefacts, Costa Rica

The Art: 14 inch hand-painted ceramic plate from Costa Rica The Story: When a 5-star destination comes with a 3-star price, what results is one of the most affordable luxury trips you could ever take. That’s Costa Rica. This country offers EVERYTHING you could...