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Hand-Carved Leafy-Patterned Dried Gourd Decorative Accent, 'Abaca Leaves'

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Hand-Carved Leafy-Patterned Dried Gourd Decorative Accent, 'Abaca Leaves'

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The captivating and evergreen Costa Rican forest offers artisan Ruth Mora a high-quality arrangement of materials to create a sublime accent for your home decor. Working on a dried gourd, the artisan hand-carves a traditional leafy pattern in honor of the region's natural diversity, giving the piece a tropical accent.

Made in Costa Rica

  • Dried gourd
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended for display on a tabletop or other flat surface
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  • 0.20 kgs
  • 0.4 lbs
    • Artwork: 13 cm H x 14 cm Diam.
    • Artwork: 5" H x 5.5" Diam.
    • Lid: 1.5 cm H x 13 cm Diam.
    • Lid: 0.6" H x 5" Diam.
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Meet the Artist

Artfully crafted by Ruth Mora from Central America.

 

Meet the Artist

Ruth Mora

I want each of my crafts to carry a sacred element of human existence: time. As we grow older, time becomes increasingly precious, and the moments I spend creating are unique and valuable.

"I had a humble but free-spirited childhood. Growing up, I always had to lend a hand at home, with my mother cleaning... houses and my father working at a dairy farm. My love for art began at six, when someone gave me a box of crayons. I remember covering my room walls with faces and landscapes.

"I’m known for my creativity, enthusiasm and perseverance. I've worked on my craft for several years now, facing many challenges. I lived in the United States for a while, and returning to Costa Rica with my two daughters was tough. The eldest went back to live with her father, and the youngest and I experienced many hardships together. I started participating in local fairs to make ends meet. I'd sell my art while she’d sleep or eat beneath the table. Today, I'm immensely proud to say that she has graduated from the university.

"Art was just a hobby, but in 2004, it became my lifeline for survival. Though I’m self-taught, I’ve received training from the Costa Rican Tourism Board, and also attended courses and workshops on identity, design and basketry.

"I work with gourds, which I cultivate and gather from the community. I also grow my own abaca fiber. These materials are environmentally friendly and a cultural heritage. Gourds have been used by our indigenous peoples for centuries as kitchen utensils. My goal is to infuse them with a contemporary touch while preserving their cultural significance.

"For some European clients, my products’ appeal lies in their unique nature, as they usually have no access to, or are unfamiliar with gourds. Nature, colors and textures inspire me.

"I've had to create my own carving tools because affordable ones weren't available in my country. I mostly work alone, but it has been difficult as I also take care of my husband, who has a terminal disease.

"Technology has both empowered and challenged us artisans. While it has opened new opportunities, competition with cheaper products can be tough.

"I'm fortunate to have received several accolades, including the Costa Rican Artisan Seal. Although my dream is to help my fellow artisans establish an on-site market, I aspire to work from home, since living in a rural area makes transportation challenging.

"I want each of my crafts to carry a sacred element of human existence: time. As we grow older, time becomes increasingly precious, and the moments I spend creating are unique and valuable."

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BUST 35 - 36 37 - 38 39 - 41 42 - 44 46 - 48
WAIST 27 - 28 29 - 30 31 - 33 34 - 36 38 - 40
HIPS 37 - 38 39 - 40 42 - 43 45 - 46 49 - 50
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CHEST 36 - 38 39 - 41 42 - 44 46 - 48 50 - 52
WAIST 30 - 32 32 - 34 35 - 37 38 - 41 43 - 45
NECK 14 - 14.5 15 - 15.5 16 - 16.5 17 - 17.5 18 - 18.5
SLEEVE 32.5 33.5 34.5 35.5 36.5
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inches 26 - 30 28 - 32 31 - 35 34 - 38 38 - 42
cm 76 - 86 81.5 - 91.5 86.5 - 96.5 91.5 - 101.5 96.5 - 106.5

+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm

MEN S M L XL XXL
inches 30 - 34 32 - 36 35 - 39 39 - 43 43 - 47
cm 81.5 - 91.5 86.5 - 96.5 91.5 - 101.5 96.5 - 106.5 109 - 119

+/- tolerance: 0.5 inches or 1.25 cm

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