Leaves Motif Gourd Bird House

● Gourd bird house with leaves pattern. ● Bird house designed for tiny birds like chikadees. Can be used as hanging decor.. ● Measures approx. 9" height and 5" diameter. Made from natural gourds, sizes may vary. . ● Handcarved on natural gourds using traditional burning techniques. ● Made in Peruvian highlands. ---------------------- Mate Burilado is an ancient traditional craft of Peru. It means carved gourd in spanish. It is a symbol of traditions and beliefs for the Andean communities of Peru. There are gourds that are as old as 3000 years ago. The gourds were originally used as containers for carrying food from the Peruvian highlands. Traditional Gourds were carved with day to day activities, myths, dances and andean traditions. Carved gourds showcased the stories of how people lived in the Andean Mountains. Today, gourds are carved with simple patterns for decorative purposes. The gourds are washed, peeled and dried in sun for 10-15 days. After the gourd is dried, the artist sketc