Name: Striped kimono sleeve sweater, Lima Dance
SKU: 279109

Party in the Jungle Handmade Dried Gourd Holiday Ornaments from Peru (Set of 6)

Alex Mermao

(4)

Nothing is more appropriate for Christmas than this cheerful set of six decorative ornaments. Peruvian artisan Alex Mermao hand-carves the ornaments with calabash gourd and finishes them with colourful geometrical designs inspired by the culture and life of the Amazon.

$53.89CAD Wholesale

$53.89CAD
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Lima Dance Bohemian Knit Sweater from Peru in Turquoise Stripes

Size: S/M,L/XL

Alfredo Falcon

(1104)

Show your stripes in this bright knit sweater from Peruvian artisan Alfredo Falcon. Colorful stripes in shades of Tiffany blue, vermilion, and viridian green incorporated with geometric patterns make this eye-catching design. The sweater features a fitted waist, wide arms, and indigo trim. You'll be the hit of the party in this soft sweater!

$65.65CAD Wholesale

~~$81.80CAD~~ $65.65CAD
Sun Birds Peruvian Handmade Dried Mate Gourd Bird Ornaments (set of 3)

Daniel Vargas

(30)

From Peru comes this set of three dried mate gourd ornaments handmade by Daniel Vargas. On each of the ornaments, three different finely decorated birds are perched among tree branches. The ornaments are made from dried mate,/i>, a type of gourd which grows in the northern part of the country. The artisan chisels the design by hand and also uses pyrography to create the beautiful earth tones.

$51CAD Wholesale

$51CAD

Sweet Guardians Dried Mate Gourd Hanging Owl Ornaments from Peru (set of 3)

Daniel Vargas

(30)

Peruvian 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 practise 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.

$53.89CAD Wholesale

$53.89CAD

The Flowering Season Dried Mate Gourd Floral Motif Ornaments from Peru (set of 3)

Daniel Vargas

(30)

For the design of this three-ornament set, Huancayan artisan Daniel Vargas has carved ascending flowering vines against a red background on each dried mate gourd. Mate forms part of the same creeping vine family as pumpkins and melons. The Andean community of Huancayo has a strong mate burilado, or "engraved gourd" legacy, wherein the mate fruit is dried and then engraved with unique designs using a buril, or "burin".

$40.41CAD Wholesale

$40.41CAD

Owl Sentries Red Dried Mate Gourd Owl Ornaments from Peru (set of 4)

Daniel Vargas

(30)

Four small owl sentries watch and wait for the holidays to arrive in artisan Daniel Vargas's handmade dried gourd ornament set. The Andean practise of mate burilado which stands for "engraved gourd" is renowned; mate gourds found in the northern part of Peru are dried and then chiseled to create life scenes, geometric figures and images. The craftsman employs these traditional techniques to give the owls their features and feathers, and for a unique touch, he adds natural red dye to the front of the birds.

$51CAD Wholesale

$51CAD

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Acos, Cusco Original Signed Watercolor Painting of Acos in Cusco

Miguel Chacon Ventura

Miguel Chacon finds magic in the lovely town of Acos. Set into the mountainside, traditional homes line a steep, stepped path in the shadow of Andean peaks. Townspeople come and go in this historic town that is their home. Cusco was once the capital of the great Inca empire, and the area played an important part in Peru's battle for independence.

$368.59CAD Wholesale

$368.59CAD

Scissors Dancer Mahogany and Cedar Dance and Music Wood Sculpture

John Barrow

(227)

The excitement of the Danza de las Tijeras (scissors dance) permeates this beautiful sculpture. Dressed in vivid colors, competing participants execute contortionist-like maneuvers while holding a pair of scissors in the right hand. John Barrow depicts the dancer in native Andean woods. The statuette receives its colors from wood stains and gilt to form part of a series called "Folklore."

$95.27CAD Wholesale

$95.27CAD

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Calavera Wedding Wedding-Themed Wood and Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Julio Gallardo

(20)

Crafted from wood and painted by hand with colourful floral motifs, this traditional retablo from Peru is created by Julio Gallardo. Opening with brass hinges, the doors reveal an intricate composition that is diligently crafted from handmade ceramic. Two calavera skeletons join together in holy matrimony in a graveyard. A sign above the duo reads "'Til Death Do Us Part" in Spanish, while a nearby tombstone reads Hasta la muerte contigo (With you until death).

$177.07CAD Wholesale

$177.07CAD

Party in the Cemetery Hand-Painted Day of the Dead Ceramic Retablo from Peru

Jose Ramos

(3)

Reflecting Peruvian attitudes towards death, this fantastic retablo depicts a group of skeletons gathering for a wedding in the cemetery. Jose Ramos designs the Day of the Dead retablo, crafted of wood with hand-painted ceramic figurines inside. Floral motifs decorate the doors, which can be displayed open or closed.

$252.14CAD Wholesale

$252.14CAD

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Empire's Fuchsia Memories Handwoven Fuchsia Alpaca Blend Cardigan with Inca Motifs

Liceth Príncipe

(3)

The ancient Inca empire considered its textiles the most valuable treasures in the nation, creating a long lineage of artisans specialized in transforming yarns into works of art. Part of this tradition, Peruvian artisan Liceth Principe shows today her natural talent with a cozy alpaca blend cardigan in a vibrant palette featuring a fuchsia base hue. The garment comes with a striped pattern depicting graceful Inca motifs. Furthermore, it has soft long sleeves, a crew neckline, and a buttoned-up closure allowing you to add a little personal touch to the style.

$141.34CAD Wholesale

~~$177.07CAD~~ $141.34CAD

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Empire's Cherry Memories Handwoven Cherry Alpaca Blend Cardigan with Inca Motifs

Liceth Príncipe

(3)

The ancient Inca empire considered its textiles the most valuable treasures in the nation, creating a long lineage of artisans specialized in transforming yarns into works of art. Part of this tradition, Peruvian artisan Liceth Principe shows today her innate talent with a cozy alpaca blend cardigan in a warm palette featuring a cherry base hue. The garment comes with a striped pattern depicting classic Inca motifs. Furthermore, it has soft long sleeves, a crew neckline, and a buttoned-up closure allowing you to add a little personal touch to the style.

$141.34CAD Wholesale

~~$177.07CAD~~ $141.34CAD

Featured Reviews

Dried mate gourd ornaments, 'Owl Sentries' (set of 4)

Katybird

Jun 13, 2021

Keep one and share others

These owls are sweet! I kept one and have given the rest to friends and my mother. Great gift for bird lovers! Their subtle rattle is also fun.

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Dried mate gourd ornaments, 'Sweet Guardians' (set of 3)

Magdalena

Nov 20, 2018

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL ARTISAN WORK!

Can't say enough good things about the artisan Daniel Vargas STUNNING WORK as well as the packaging! I was simply overwhelmed with joy when I opened the box. So much love and care there...(I will not spoil it for you; just buy something beautiful from this store and you will see for yourself) I am a very busy person doing 90% of shopping online and here I am - writing my FIRST EVER REVIEW... That's how impressed I am with...EVERYTHING about my purchase. P.S. Make sure to read the talented artisan's life story. It is something else <3

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Striped kimono sleeve sweater, 'Lima Dance'

Dolores

Feb 23, 2017

Very elegant and feminine, fluid motion

I just purchased this magnificent sweater. Looks super on the model with jeans. my look is with Blk or Wht slacks. I'm wearing blk slacks today. Once I put this sweater on I am a changed woman. Really adds character and grace. A big statement. Cool Very Cool sweater. Quick shipping! Very Happy about the purchase. Runs true to size. Light weight, wrinkle free. Love it.