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Andean Artisan Crafted Dried Mate Gourd Cat Box, "Andean Feline"

Product ID: 311250

Peruvian craftsman Daniel Vargas is from Cochas Chico in the El Tambo district of Huancayo province and has been gaining mastery of the Huancayan art... more

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Peruvian craftsman Daniel Vargas is from Cochas Chico in the El Tambo district of Huancayo province and has been gaining mastery of the Huancayan art of engraving gourds since he was a teenager. Known as mates, the dried gourds are decorated using various engraving and burning techniques. Daniel's design, created by hand, transforms the dried mate gourd into a finely detailed full-figured cat. The top half of the gourd can be lifted up using a painted wooden knob so that small items, accessories, or trinkets can be stored inside.

  • 45 grams
  • 1.59 oz
  • 3.1" H x 3.5" Diam.
  • 3.1" H x 3.5" Diam.

  • Dried mate gourd, quinual wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 311250
Daniel Vargas
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Dei

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Jul 04, 2024

“Adorable Expression”

Perfect for earings, rings, as a night stand table or anywhere really. This little cat box is perfect!

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Barbara

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May 08, 2025

“Andean Feline is so sweet”

This little rolly polly kitty is so sweet. Its eyes follow me from all directions. It is very light weight & takes little space on any counter top.

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Marsha

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May 06, 2025

“Cat box”

Love this little box. Well made and cute as a bug??

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Olivia

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Jul 13, 2025

“Very Cute Owl”

I bought this for my daughter who loves owl. The attention to detail was exquisite.

Purchased Item Owl's Wisdom, Mate Gourd Owl Decorative Container

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Wandra

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Jul 13, 2025

“Lovely owl”

Cute decorative box to hold my bracelets and some jewelry. Looks almost identical to the picture. Size was slightly different but I gourds come in different shapes and size. Very pleased!

Purchased Item Owl's Wisdom, Mate Gourd Owl Decorative Container

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Dorma

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May 17, 2023

“One -of-a-kind gorgeous keepsake.”

The carving was done by an accomplished artist.

Purchased Item Earth Tone Elephant, Dried Gourd with Burned Image of an Elephant from Peru

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