Julio Sanchez

Julio is deeply committed to the belief that children should have a better life than their parents. Even though his children are grown, he continues to pay for their university studies.

Treasured since colonial times, Peruvian leather work is a difficult and demanding art form. Characterized by high relief, it is a style requiring precision and years of practice. At age 12, under the tutelage of his uncle, a master craftsman, Julio began to study the art by learning to apply the final finish to his uncle's pieces. Seeing his love of the craft and his dedication, his uncle began to teach him leather tooling at age 16. To this day. Julio has never tired of his art. He continues to practice and perfect the art of Peruvian leather work, often training many of the artisans, past and present, employed by his workshop.

Julio's Novica sales account for most of his income. These sales enable him to care for his family and provide the steady income he needs to maintain his workshop and employ other artisans.

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Peruvian Colonial Hand Tooled Brown Leather Jewelry Box 'Spanish Heritage'

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Clay an elegant, exquisitely made box--it is the perfect gift I was looking for and I know it will be a treasured possession of the recipient

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Womens Colonial Leather and Wood Jewelry Box 'Colonial Treasure'

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Christine Beautifully carved! Only complaint is the box is not totally level. It wobbles a bit unless I put something under one corner.

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Unique Colonial Wood Leather Jewelry Box 'Colonial Mystique'

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Kelley I had been eyeing this box for a couple of years but I was hesitant because it was as overseas and I was worried about the shipping! But it got here super quick and my box is just stunning, I love it! Thank you

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Paul I gave the jewelry box as a gift. My daughter loved it. The craftsmanship was impeccable.

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February 15, 2022

K Kelley

I had been eyeing this box for a couple of years but I was hesitant because it was as overseas and I was worried about the shipping! But it got here super quick and my box is just stunning, I love it! Thank you

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October 14, 2021

R Regina

This is so pretty I'm so glad I bought it.

August 16, 2021

I Inga

An unusually beautiful thing, even more graceful than in the picture. The size is just as impressive! Thanks for the great job !!!!

July 4, 2021

N Nina

Amazing, detail work by Julio Sanchez.Very tedious work.Love my jewelry chest that is part of my personality.

April 5, 2021

D Daphne

Beautiful jewelry box. Wonderful craftsmanship.

January 9, 2021

P Paul

I gave the jewelry box as a gift. My daughter loved it. The craftsmanship was impeccable.

August 20, 2020

D Dawn

What a wonderful gift for my granddaughter! I am going to purchase one for myself!

August 13, 2020

C Christine

Beautifully carved! Only complaint is the box is not totally level. It wobbles a bit unless I put something under one corner.

July 5, 2020

M Michael

Beautiful design and craftsmanship. An excellent heirloom gift for anyone who appreciates Incan culture and traditions.

February 3, 2020

J Jennifer

Beautiful detail and extraordinary craftsmanship. Great workmanship!

August 31, 2019

J Jesse

The handwork on this piece is stunning and every drawer works to perfection!! I purchased this for my wife for her Birthday, and she could not have been happier!! Thank You so much for the beautiful craftsmanship and effort put into this piece!!

October 7, 2018

C Clay

an elegant, exquisitely made box--it is the perfect gift I was looking for and I know it will be a treasured possession of the recipient

July 30, 2018

W Wendy

I was very pleased with Jewelry box I will use for many years and hope to pass to next generation.

November 15, 2017

J Judy

The jewelry box is exquisite! I will cherish it forever!Even the packaging was perfect. I wanted something decorative to hold my sewing notions. Somehow it should have a grander use.

September 29, 2017

U Ute

Outstanding craftsmanship. Beautiful chest that has a generous size.

September 28, 2017

S Scott S.

Stunning -the workmanship, materials, and the function of it -a keepsake.

May 12, 2017

P Patricia

Inca Domain-Colonial Tooled Leather Jewelry BoxI purchased this for our son as a gift. It has top quality workmanship and the design work is fascinating. The key is attached to a leather tag with an Inca design. It came quick and was well packaged.

April 15, 2017

A beautiful Valentines Present for my wife. She loves it

January 20, 2017

A Annette

This was absolutely beautiful! It was well tooled, well crafted, and the wood has a beautiful grain that doesn't show well in the picture. In other words, the photo doesn't do it justice. The only detractor is the lock which is a bit dinky but it works. The person who made this is skilled and meticulous. Bravo!

December 30, 2016

R Robert

This item exceed all expectations that I had. It's a thing of beauty, it bigger than expected (which is a good thing), the craftsmanship is superb, and one of the best anniversary gifts I could have ever purchased. Arrival was timely and it came in perfect condition. My husband loves it and so do I. I will definitely be back on the site looking for this craftsman's work.

June 22, 2016

L Lisa

Arrived in perfect condition and is absolutely beautiful. Do not hesitate on this purchase ;)

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