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Penguin Ishpingo Wood Sculpture Carving from Peru, "Mother Penguin"

Product ID: 186830

Leaning downward, a mother penguin listens to the peeping chick that perches on her feet, protected from Antarctic ice. John Barrow conveys the bond... more

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Leaning downward, a mother penguin listens to the peeping chick that perches on her feet, protected from Antarctic ice. John Barrow conveys the bond of maternal love with this beautiful ishpingo wood sculpture.

  • 0.37 kgs
  • 0.8 lbs
  • 8.5" H x 4.5" W x 1.3" D
  • 8.5" H x 4.5" W x 1.3" D

  • Ishpingo wood
  • All natural dyes
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 186830
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Cynthia

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May 24, 2021

“So Cute”

I love penguins and John Barrow work and this one does not disappoint. Very well made and so cute. I love it.

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ANETTA

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Apr 21, 2021

“Beautiful”

Beautifully made!

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Jacquie

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Nov 21, 2020

“Good”

workmanship is wonderful.sculpture is beautiful

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Wyndham

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Feb 21, 2025

“Winter Tree”

Great winter tree with a beautiful red bird sitting on a branch - I love it!

Purchased Item Tree in Winter, Wood sculpture

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Wyndham

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Feb 21, 2025

“Gifting Tree”

Beautiful colors and beautiful work!

Purchased Item Gifting Tree, Multicolored Christmas Tree Sculpture

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Maritza

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Jan 20, 2025

“Couldnt let go”

The first time I saw this Nativity set we were coming back from my boyfriends first vacation in Peru in 2022; we just purchased the Elephant from the same artist for our house and we were leaving the store. We both loved it, but had to make it to our flight, so we left. I regretted not getting it the second I took my seat on the plane, but it was already too late. Back home, this masterpiece would come back to my mind every now and then, Id look for it on the internet but never found it. Last November I remembered it again and without many expectations I googled it, again. Unexpectedly it just showed up and I couldnt let it go this time... I ordered it right away and I received it right on time for our 2024 Christmas season. John, this is a beautiful piece that brings me so much joy! Every time I pass by it, I cant help it but stop and stare at it, admiring every detail and the beauty of this set.

Purchased Item Gifts for Baby Jesus, Wood Nativity Scene Set of 8 Pcs Handmade Peru

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John Barrow was born in London on September 22, 1934. After studying Engineering he traveled to Peru, in 1969, to work at a paper mill. His original... read more

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