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Dried Gourd with Burned Image of an Elephant from Peru, "Earth Tone Elephant"

Name: Dried Gourd with Burned Image of an Elephant from Peru, 'Earth Tone Elephant'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 413954
Price: 25.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (30 reviews)

Product ID: 413954

by Daniel Vargas (30)

The creation of decorative and utilitarian objects from dried mate gourds have a history that stretches to long before the Spanish arrived in South... more

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The creation of decorative and utilitarian objects from dried mate gourds have a history that stretches to long before the Spanish arrived in South America. Peruvian artisan Daniel Vargas uses wood burning techniques to create this image of an approaching elephant in shades of brown. He then seals it with candle wax and adds a wood handle to open the hollow gourd box.

The natural shape of the gourd dictates size and shape, so each one will be a unique work of art.

50 grams
0.1 lbs

10 cm H x 9 cm W x 9 cm D
3.9" H x 3.5" W x 3.5" D

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US/Imperial

Dried mate gourd, quinal wood knob
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Peru
Certified and shipped by our office in Peru
Product ID: 413954

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Daniel Vargas

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Traditional Andean mate gourd art

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Dorma

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May 17, 2023

“One -of-a-kind gorgeous keepsake.”

The carving was done by an accomplished artist.

Purchased Item Earth Tone Elephant, Dried Gourd with Burned Image of an Elephant from Peru

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Red Hughes

From Central Florida

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Sep 09, 2024

“Such a fun gato gourd box”

This is such a fun gourd container box that looks like a cat. It is so well made and the detailing & fun expression on the cat are priceless. Thank you for your creative talent to make such a beautiful piece.

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

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Dei

From United States

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Jul 04, 2024

“Adorable Expression”

Perfect for earings, rings, as a night stand table or anywhere really. This little cat box is perfect!

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

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Meet the Artist

Daniel Vargas Traditional Andean mate gourd art

(30)

"I like innovation and take great care with the quality of my work. I always want to give my best."

"I was born in Huancayo province in 1984. My parents emigrated there from Ayacucho in the 1980s to flee the terrorism in the region. I'm the... read more