Dried Mate Gourd Box Painted in an Owl Motif from Peru - Paunchy Red Owl Gifts for the Gardener Surrounded by fluffy fringe

Surrounded by fluffy fringe

The Peten Wood Artisan Sculptors in Guatemala create the serving fork and spoon

8 inches W x 5

Wearing protective goggles

The artisan creates the color on the gourd using natural red dye

Dried Mate Gourd Box Painted in an Owl Motif from Peru - Paunchy Red Owl Gifts for the Gardener Surrounded by fluffy fringeFor centuries, the peoples of Peru have had a tradition of creating utilitarian and decorative objects from dried mate gourds. Daniel Vargas transforms a hollow gourd into a delightful box for personal treasures. He uses pyrographic techniques to create this satisfied owl and colors it with red dyes. He then seals it with candle wax and adds a wood handle. The natural shape of the gourd dictates size and shape, so each one will be a unique work of