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Red Dried Mate Gourd Owl Ornaments from Peru (set of 4), "Owl Sentries"

Product ID: 311246

Four small owl sentries watch and wait for the holidays to arrive in artisan Daniel Vargas's handmade dried gourd ornament set. The Andean practise of... more

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Four small owl sentries watch and wait for the holidays to arrive in artisan Daniel Vargas's handmade dried gourd ornament set. The Andean practise of mate burilado which stands for "engraved gourd" is renowned; mate gourds found in the northern part of Peru are dried and then chiseled to create life scenes, geometric figures and images. The craftsman employs these traditional techniques to give the owls their features and feathers, and for a unique touch, he adds natural red dye to the front of the birds.

  • 0.11 kgs
  • 0.2 lbs
  • Each: 5 cm H x 7 cm Diam.
  • Each: 2" H x 2.8" Diam.

  • Dried mate gourd, nylon cord
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 311246
Daniel Vargas
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Katybird

From Washington

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Jun 13, 2021

“Keep one and share others”

These owls are sweet! I kept one and have given the rest to friends and my mother. Great gift for bird lovers! Their subtle rattle is also fun.

Great gift to share This was a gift for Mother Occasion: Mother's Day

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Beachcomber

From Sarasota FL

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Feb 08, 2019

“Attractive and unique”

These owl gourds look great on our tree. Everyone who sees them comments on how attractive and interesting they are. The deep red is very Christmasy and the craftsmanship is great.

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Sharon

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Sep 14, 2018

“This years christmas ornament for each of my child”

Wonderful color and craftsmanship

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Olivia

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Jul 13, 2025

“Very Cute Owl”

I bought this for my daughter who loves owl. The attention to detail was exquisite.

Purchased Item Owl's Wisdom, Mate Gourd Owl Decorative Container

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Wandra

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Jul 13, 2025

“Lovely owl”

Cute decorative box to hold my bracelets and some jewelry. Looks almost identical to the picture. Size was slightly different but I gourds come in different shapes and size. Very pleased!

Purchased Item Owl's Wisdom, Mate Gourd Owl Decorative Container

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Barbara

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May 08, 2025

“Andean Feline is so sweet”

This little rolly polly kitty is so sweet. Its eyes follow me from all directions. It is very light weight & takes little space on any counter top.

Purchased Item Andean Feline, Andean Artisan Crafted Dried Mate Gourd Cat Box

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