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This item is a Peruvian carved gourd. Made of dried and hallowed gourd from the langenaria plant. A centuries-old tradition, the gourds are hand-carved to depict animals, daily life scenes, or decorative art. After carving the gourd, the artist uses a wood burning device to create the color contrast of the gourd and produce a piece of art.
Traditionally, these gourds tell a story. This gourd has a procession of musicians marching around it. Can you think of a possible story this gourd might tell?
Link to more information on this form of folk art.
http://www.lucuma.com/content/artists/peruvian_folk_art.asp
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