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A striking statuette is crafted by hand from recycled scrap depicting a tailor busy at work. The unique art piece is designed by Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez and features a rustic finish from the natural metallic color of the auto parts which have been treated with a light coat of enamel for a subtle shine.

A treasure from India comes to your home to add an elegant and refined touch to your home decor. Artisan Monika Singh works with copper—a precious and sturdy metal—to create this pitcher with a hammered finish. Featuring a polished surface, the item is not only a handy accessory with a sophisticated aura: the material is also believed to have filtering properties.

This charming recycled metal figurine captures a chiropractor at work on a patient laying flat on a table. Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez designs and welds the figurine from hand-selected scrap metal from a variety of Mexican automotive, industrial and construction waste sites. "The process involves selecting recycled items that can be used," says Ramirez. "I separate and soak them in a cleaning solution to remove any impurities, and solder them together until I achieve my design. Then I give it a protective coat of glossy varnish." Each piece of the sculpture is recycled and unique, with some parts oxidized to providing a rustic charm.

About his work, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez says “As a child I enjoyed inventing toys, and soon yearned to create a unique style of art. Environmentally enamored, I now transform recycled goods.” He is proud to present his designs in this key rack, made from upcycled auto parts for a modern, industrial look. A stern owl stands guard over household keys in this rack, which pairs perfectly with any doorway.

The artisan does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.

Let your keys rest next to a heavenly accent—a lovely and heavenly accent! Artisan Ana Maria Gonzalez of Mexico works on pinewood to create this handy key holder, whose decoupage accent portrays a golden winged heart. Three hooks ensure practical use, whereas a sawtooth hanger on the back ensures easy setting.