NOVICA Artisan Handcarved Gourd Decorative Box Andean Traditional Village Brown Peru Accessories Boxes Painted Cultural [2.8in H x 4.3in Diam.] ' Honoring Tradition'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures. Our mantra is to Spread Happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer!About this item: Artisan Teodolinda Seguil of Peru pays tribute to traditional Andean village life in this petite gourd jewelry box. The artisan hand carves the gourd and creates various tones of rich brown by artfully passing the gourd over a controlled flame. 2.8" H x 4.3" Diam.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: Teodolinda Seguil, 'I'm a happy representative of Huancayo. Many of us are artisans who work in engraved dried mate gourds. I've loved this art for as long as I can remember. My grandparents engraved gourds and so did my parents. With their guidance, I learned to select and treat the gourds, to prepare my own tools and to decorate and paint the finished engravings. I love depicting scenes of daily life in the Andes, and sharing the culture and traditions of my hometown. My mate gourds show that we are a region of caring people, incredible landscapes, a wonderful climate and colorful festivities with music and dance. I bring these images to all my work because they are a part of me and who I am as an artist.'

• Size: 2.8 in. H x 4.3 in. Diam.
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods.
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Teodolinda Seguil to craft this item.
• Product info: Gourd, cedar wood knob