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Handpainted Birds with Flowers Ornament, Set of 2
Handpainted Birds with Flowers Ornament, Set of 2
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Handcrafted in India with a traditional papier-mâché technique, these beautiful hand-painted ornaments celebrate the season with whimsical designs. Each piece is a small piece of art.
- Set of 2 ornaments.
- Hand-painted designs, glossy finish.
- Measures approximately 3-inches in diameter.
- Hanging loop with tassel.
Story behind the Art:
The region of Uijain is renowned for its Papier Mache art. Papier Mache is an age-old art that has been passed down from father to son for generations. The skills to master the craft take years to learn, so children are often taught from an early age. More recently, women have bene allowed to learn the craft and participate in production which has been a big milestone. Papier Mache art is a multi-step process that culminate with an artist hand-painting the intricate scenes and designs.
Due to the handmade nature, slight variations in size, color, shape, pattern, or other characteristics may be evident. Each piece is truly a unique work of art, lovingly crafted by hand.
About the Artisans
About the Artisans
Esther Kariuki is an independent artisan who continues to make a big impact in villages outside of Nairobi, Kenya, near Kitui.
Esther and her husband train women on banana fiber crafting to empower them to earn money while working from their homes. Banana Fiber which would normally be discarded is used to craft unique pieces taking the leaves from the banana tree to create durable and eco-friendly pieces of art. The products range from whimsical home decor, Christmas nativities, decorative and holiday ornaments, to functional trays/baskets.
The banana fiber is first dried, and then a light varnish applied. Once this process is complete craftspeople cut the fiber into thin strips to make several different items, including boxes, Bao Bab trees and mobiles. The varnish on the banana fiber with its many tones of brown resembles textured tortoise shell. Esther ensures the craftspeople are paid a fair wage for their goods, which has enabled many in her small village to earn a sustainable wage for their household.
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