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This is a beautiful vintage Peruvian hand-carved folk art lidded story gourd box (Mate Burilado).
This pristine 6-inch piece features an incredibly detailed, stylized Andean water bird (resembling a Heron or Egret) adorned with vibrant red and black pigmented accents.
The rim of the container is highlighted by a beautifully etched geometric border pattern.
Product Details:
• Origin: Peru (Authentic Andean Folk Art)
• Material: Dried Natural Gourd
• Technique: Mate Burilado (Hand-engraved and burnt detail)
• Design: Features a stylized bird (likely a heron or Andean bird) with red and black pigmented accents.
• Features: Removable lid with natural stem handle.
Condition:
Excellent vintage condition. MINT—absolutely no cracks, chips, splits, or repairs.
The hand-carved lid fits securely onto the base. Perfect addition to any Latin American folk art collection!
