Dried Mate Gourd Box Painted in an Owl Motif from Peru - Paunchy Red Owl Hacienda Cerapio Vallejo executes the motifs

Cerapio Vallejo executes the motifs by hand

London - Blue Tones

Materials: Bamboo and upcycled Sari fabric

and garnet achieve a sleek

The butterfly's wings are carved rose quartz

Dried Mate Gourd Box Painted in an Owl Motif from Peru - Paunchy Red Owl Hacienda Cerapio Vallejo executes the motifsFor 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