Contemporary craftsmanship produces several articles for everyday use, now supported by industries that supply the necessary raw materials. Though, in some cases the object is aesthetic and decorative, real artists are few. Julio Cesar Garrido and Carlos Espinosa are notable for their accomplishments with leather and cedar for cigar boxes and others related to that product. Their works are sold at auction during the Havana Cigars Congress. We offer a special mention for artist and ceramist Alfredo Sosabravo, awarded the National Prize for Fine Arts on 1998 for his life's work, in which ceramics excels.
Cuban artisans make up the greater part of all souvenir sales in most cities around the island.
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