Dried Mate Gourd Hanging Owl Ornaments from Peru (set of 3) - Sweet Guardians FEB23BB He paints the cross by

He paints the cross by hand with elegant

The Sierra Family of Mexico designs this decorative accent

the toco toucan's showy good looks make it eye-catching in any setting

4 inches H x 13

Intriguing textures in an alpaca blend throw evoke Peru's great pre-Hispanic legacy when Inca weavings were more highly prized than gold

Dried Mate Gourd Hanging Owl Ornaments from Peru (set of 3) - Sweet Guardians FEB23BB He paints the cross byPeruvian artisan Daniel Vargas makes this set of three dried gourd owl ornaments by hand. Owls are part of many legends and superstitions in the Andes. Here, Daniel has chosen to represent them as watchful guardians. The crafting process includes the practice of pyrography and the use of a burin to make fine incisions; the artisan carefully gives shape to each owl's features which include feathers, wings and a delightfully detailed face. Dried mate