RED Carved Gourd Ornament FAIR TRADE Peru Handmade

Carved Gourd Ornament - Red Geometric Pattern

Description

Adorn your Christmas tree with this handmade carved gourd ornament from Peru. On the north coast of Peru, artisans use handmade tools and a steady hand to carve the dried gourds into pieces that represent diverse aspects of the daily lives of people from the Andes, including harvesting potatoes, traditional dancing, and ancient festivals, the coloration accomplished using sticks that are burned or hearted using age-old techniques. All the materials and products that are used to produce each gourd are completely natural.

Due to the handcrafted nature of this ornament, each one may vary slightly.

Color:  Red multi-color

Size: Approximately 3" in diameter

Handcrafted in Peru

 About the Artisan

APTEC Peru is an organization of producer artisans that offers a variety of handmade products made from many materials including clay and gourds. Learning the art of craft-making from their parents, the artisans worked for many years for companies but now design and create the products themselves.

Achieving the status of a Fair Trade Organization through IFAT, the International Fair Trade Association, APTEC Peru ensures that artisans are paid a fair price for their products, develops the communities in which the artisans live, and provides an environment where artisans can earn a sustainable income.

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About Us

Globe Rover Trading LLC offers our customers unique, handmade items from around the world. Many of our products are indigenous cultural handicrafts. Each piece in our store is created lovingly by artisans who proudly carry on and perpetuate their artistic cultural traditions through their beautiful workmanship. As each item is handcrafted, it is one of a kind. Our inventory is always changing, so be sure to visit our store often. You're sure to find that perfect treasure for yourself or someone special.

We are dedicated to the principles of Fair Trade.  We are committed to working with suppliers who share our goal of providing fair wages and good employment opportunities to economically disadvantaged artisans worldwide. Your purchase helps create a just and sustainable economic system through fair trade.

Thank you for visiting and for your purchase. Items purchased here are purchases you can feel good about. Your purchase helps support and change artisans' lives around the world.

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