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$20 bonus after first use & 0% Intro APR*Set of 2 Handmade Gourd Penguins (Peru)
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- Add a whimsical touch to your home decor with this pair of handmade Penguin gourds
- Decorative pair of penguins is handmade and hand painted by Peruvian artisans from the Sierra region
- Decorative accessory is made of mate gourds...more
Add a whimsical touch to your homes decor with this pair of handmade Penguin gourds.
They are made of mate gourds and engraved by two different sized chisels and gouges. The mate comes in different shapes and each penguin is carefully hand painted with different designs to make them one of a kind.
The Story Behind The Product
Juan and his family live in Huancayo, Peru. Gourd art is passed on from generation to generation and Juan's family can account for at least 6 generations of continuing tradition. The gourds were originally used as ornate water vessels for ceremonial offerings to the Incas. The family keeps their ancient Incan culture alive and Juan's wife still dresses in full traditional attire with long fluffy skirts called 'polleras'. They hope you will enjoy the detail oriented craftsmanship they are so proud of.
What is Worldstock
The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.
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Raw materials are 95-percent natural and come from sustainable and renewable sources
- Dimensions:
- 6-8 in. L
- Materials:
- Mate gourd
- Model No:
- PENG
- 5 Stars 31
- 4 Stars 13
- 3 Stars 0
- 2 Stars 2
- 1 Stars 0
Overall Rating: 4.6
Most Helpful Reviews
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Great Gift Idea!
I got this gift for a co-worker of mine who seems to have everything. The Penguins were beautiful with rich colors! The craftsmanship looked a bit shabby but it gave it that authentic look and feel. My co-worker absolutely loves them and displays them proudly in her office! She even compared them to a piece of artwork she¿d gotten from Peru and they were identical in color and craftsmanship. Great gift for collectors of world artwork and pieces.
Most Recent Reviews
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Great purchase
Outstanding piece of art, it is greatly detailed and of good quality. Greatly recommend it.
- Did the color match the color displayed onsite? Yes
- Please tell us about the quality of the product. Excellent
- How accurate was the sizing? Good
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Adorable and well made
Fast ship. These are very sweet and well made. They are similar but each is unique since every gourd is unique. Have a spot ready for them. Thank you.
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Unique
I ordered 2 sets ,and though simular ,they they stand out in their own way.. No two gourds are the same size or shape. In fact one of the penguins looks to be cocking its head around like a mother would to her off-spring..The expresions are intense ..Detail incredable...Only fault is a couple out of the four were not completed to the face...(detail wise )yet not distracting from it 's overall beauty.. Not as vibrant as imaged here online but no matter...I would buy again!!****Super fast delivery got it in two 1/2 days!!!!Thanks overstock!
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Gourd Penguins (Peru)
The penguins are absolutely beautiful! The color and carving detail have gotten rave reviews from every person who has visited our home. I use them (with a tall brass candle holder) on my round dining room table. The workmanship is exquisite and I could not be more satisfied. My only "concern" to potential buyers would be the time it took to receive them ... 3-4 weeks ... but well worth the wait, and the price is amazing. If you're ordering for a special occasion, allow plenty of time for delivery. They're gorgeous!
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Very Cute
I thought the gourds were very cute, they look great above my cabinets, but like other reviews said they do not stand well on their own, they tend to fall over and need to be propped up to sit properly, however, i definately would reccomend them, they are beautifull painted.
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