Peruvian Folk Art Hand Carved Gourd Owl Ornament Hanging Pyrography Etched Peru

Description

View Peruvian Folk Art Hand Carved Gourd Owl Ornament Hanging Pyrography Etched Peru with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. , masterfully hand-carved and etched from a natural dried gourd. Because it is crafted from a natural gourd, its round shape and hand-tooled detailing are entirely unique. Authentically handcrafted in Peru by local artisans. Vintage Handmade Peruvian Folk Art Hand Carved & Etched Gourd Owl Hanging Ornament Description: Up for sale is a beautiful Peruvian folk art hanging owl ornament , masterfully hand-carved and etched from a natural dried gourd. This piece showcases the traditional, centuries-old Andean crafting technique where the design is meticulously hand-chiseled into the gourd shell, and then fire/heat-shaded (pyrography) using hot wood embers to achieve its rich brown and black organic tones. It features a plump, round shape with an applied red beak, finely etched wing feathers, wide concentric eyes, and a sturdy metal eyelet loop fixed to the top for easy hanging. The bottom still retains a partial original vintage paper label reading "Handmade Peru." A wonderful addition to any folk art collection, bird lovers' display, or unique festive holiday tree! Product Features & Specs: Origin: Authentically handcrafted in Peru by local artisans. One-of-a-Kind: Because it is crafted from a natural gourd, its round shape and hand-tooled detailing are entirely unique. Ready to Hang: Built-in metal loop at the top is secure and ready for a hook, ribbon, or string. Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › Latin American › Peru.

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Theme

Owl / Birds / Nature Folk Art

Material

Natural Dried Gourd (Calabash)

Features

Top metal hanging loop, partial original "Handmade Peru" sticker

Production Technique

Hand Etched & Fire Burned (Pyrography)

Culture

Peruvian

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

Peru