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Teodoro Melendez and Family

Teodoro Melendez and Family

5.0 (artist rating)

"One of my most cherished moment was when I had a small workshop and my children, Carlos and Alicia, where with me while I was cutting gems by hand."

"I was born in 1924 in Trujillo, known as the 'city of eternal spring.' None of my parents were artisans, in fact dad was an archeologist and mom a homemaker. However my artistic formation came from my dad during his work as an archeologist in pre-Hispanic sites, and later as the curator of a museum. That's when I became inspired to craft jewelry with designs and motifs unique to ancient Peru. It has been my passion and my life ever since then.

"It all actually began as a hobby, but with the passing of time it became something more serious for me, especially after reading the books by Julio C. Tello. I learned so much from them about my country's history and the different cultures that once made part of it. I mainly take my inspiration from these books to design my jewelry and select the gemstone that are a better for them.

"One of my most cherished moment was when I had a small workshop and my children, Carlos and Alicia, where with me while I was cutting gems by hand. Then we put them through a little machine to perfect the contours. Mine was a small workshop and we could not afford the larger, pricier machines.

"In my free time I enjoy swimming, soccer and basketball. I would describe my work as having a strong pre-Hispanic essence that is allowed to be sold outside of Peru. Reason being that the original pieces are obviously considered patrimony of the state and their sale is banned. That's why I love the idea that foreigners can get to share part of our history through my designs, where I try to replicate both metals and gems.

"Through my collections I try to convey the value of our cultures, and I think people will appreciate the work. It includes hammering, stamping, burin work and melting – techniques we've been using for quite a while now, just like the Peruvian silversmiths of yore. I've exhibited my work in museums and galleries in Lima.

"The biggest challenge I have faced is starting from zero, without the support of either the banks or other financial institutions. Little by little we've grown since then and have become a sustainable family enterprise.

"To Novica customers I would like to say that each of my designs represents a lifetime of dedication to the promotion of pre-Hispanic art for the newer generations to appreciate."

65 items

Nature's Wisdom

Handcrafted Amethyst Stretch Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$24.49

Natural Harmonics

Peruvian Handcrafted Beaded Dangle Earrings

3.0 (1 review)

$19.99

Nature's Harmony

Sodalite stretch bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$18.49

Purple Empire

Sterling Silver and Amethyst Chandelier Earrings from...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$47.99

Stylish Teal

Opal and Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$67.99

Hope

Andes Silver and Aventurine Earrings

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$30.99

Figures in Black

Hand Crafted Obsidian and Sterling Silver Cuff...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$149.99

Triangle Rain

Triangular Opal and Silver Dangle Earrings from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$37.99

Blue-Green Crescent Moon

Crescent Chrysocolla Long Pendant Necklace...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$119.99

Planetary Trio

Circular Sodalite and Silver Pendant Necklace from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$149.99

Gemstone Rhombi

Natural Garnet Beaded Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$47.99

Lustrous Beauty

Hand Crafted Opal and Quartz Beaded Necklace from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$134.99

Natural Elegance

Hand Made Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace with 18k...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$109.99

Andean Emotion

Dangle Earrings in Sterling Silver with Two Amethyst...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$22.99

Stylish Blue

Hand Crafted Sodalite and Sterling Silver Bracelet from...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$67.99

Navy Rose

Silver and Lapis Beaded Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$74.99

Queen of the Inca

Sterling Silver and Sodalite Dangle Earrings

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$44.99

Pink Simplicity

Rose Quartz and Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet from...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$59.99

Modern Andean Chic

Handcrafted Andean Sterling Silver Chrysocolla...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$99.99

Perpetually Pretty

Sterling Silver Accent Handcrafted Chrysocolla...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$129.99

Violet Orbs

Amethyst and Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$64.99

Universal Love

Amethyst and Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$119.99

Forever Purple

Amethyst and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$37.99

Amazon Dreams

Artisan Crafted Amazonite and 925 Silver Beaded Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$64.99

Blue Curls

Sodalite and Sterling Silver Chandelier Earrings from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$25.99

Sea Royalty

Sterling Silver and Amethyst Beaded Pendant Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$164.99

Seafoam Stone Drops

Beaded Green Quartz Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$19.99

Stunning Leaves

Leaf Motif Sodalite Pendant Necklace from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$139.99

Spaces

Long Sterling Silver Station Necklace with Lilac Tourmaline

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$147.99

Fresh Foliage

Long Sterling Silver Station Necklace with Amazonite...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$99.99

Lunar Adventure

Sterling Silver Earrings with Sodalite Crafted by Hand

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$39.99

Peanuts

Hand Crafted Aventurine and Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$139.99

Natural Radiance

Artisan Crafted Obsidian and Chrysocolla Cuff Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$139.99

Agate Twist

Handmade Sterling Silver and Agate Cuff Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$159.99

Stunning Elegance

Chrysocolla and Silver Pendant Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$199.99

Gala Squares

Black Square Obsidian Dangle Earrings from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$39.99

Warm Ocean

Amazonite and Sterling Silver Beaded Pendant Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$147.99

Infinite Ocean

Sodalite and Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$159.99

Luminous Sentries

Double Disk Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$64.99

Silver Ripples

Amazonite Bead and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$59.99

Royal Spring

Peruvian Sodalite and Sterling Silver Beaded Dangle...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$34.99

Meadow Goddess

Chrysocolla and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings from...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$22.59

Heavenly Glamour

Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$37.99

Andean Inspiration

Quartz and Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$64.99

Tupa Yupanqui

Fair Trade Sterling Silver and Sodalite Dangle Earrings

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$37.99

Tupa Yupanqui

Sterling Silver Pendant Sodalite Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$189.99

Loving Blue

Blue Sodalite and Sterling Silver Beaded Bracelet from Peru

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$69.99

Purple Shells

925 Sterling Silver and Amethyst Beaded Pendant Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$159.99

Luck by Chance

Artisan Crafted Aventurine Beaded Bracelet With Silver

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$71.99

Sun Allegory

Peruvian Handcrafted Jewelry Sterling Silver Beaded...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$147.99

Moche Masks

Sodalite Hand Crafted Necklace With Sterling Silver Masks

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$149.99

Dewdrop Blooms

Sterling Silver Earrings With Aventurine Peru Flower...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$63.49

Marine Memoirs

Sterling Silver Shell Design Hook Earrings with Sodalite

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$49.99

Hope

Andes Silver and Aventurine Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$69.99

Delicate Earth

Silver and Lapis Earrings

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$37.49

Dreams of Peace

Handcrafted Sterling Silver and Serpentine Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$189.99

Sheltering Wings

Unique Peruvian Bird-Themed Sterling Silver Cuff...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$179.99

Titicaca Mermaid

Handmade Sterling Silver Beaded Sodalite Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$269.99

Naturally Peru

Sodalite Chrysocolla Beaded Necklace 925 Sterling...

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$319.99

Andean Raindrops

Sodalite beaded necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$269.99

Inca Mermaid

Sodalite beaded necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$199.99

Nature's Harmony

Sodalite and serpentine beaded necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$179.99

Andean Charm

Handmade Sterling Silver and Lapis Lazuli Beaded Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$199.99

Queen of the Inca

Unique Sterling Silver and Sodalite Necklace

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$279.99

Man of Sican

Hand Made Sterling Silver Cuff Bracelet

5.0

(Teodoro Melendez and Family)

$179.99

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