Peruvian Carved Gourd Mate Burilado, Andean Folk Art, Alpaca Village Scene, Geometric, 1970s
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This vintage hand-carved Peruvian gourd, known as a mate burilado, is a fine example of one of the oldest and most celebrated folk art traditions of the Andes. The burilado technique, in which dried gourds are engraved by hand using fine chisels, dates back over 3,500 years in Peru and is still practiced today, particularly in the regions of Huancayo and Ayacucho.
The subject and style are classic Andean folk art: a rounded, flattened gourd form entirely covered in intricate hand-engraved scenes. The body wraps a continuous narrative of Andean life, with alpacas, human figures in traditional dress, birds, mountains and vegetation rendered in fine detail across multiple horizontal bands separated by geometric borders of zigzags and meanders.
The top of the gourd features a beautifully composed star or sun mandala, with radiating petals and concentric decorative rings. The base is plain and undecorated. The natural colour contrast between the warm golden-brown skin of the gourd and the darkened engraved lines gives the piece a rich, warm tone.
The gourd is solid and in good vintage condition, with no cracks or chips. Minor natural surface variation is consistent with age and the organic nature of the material.
Material: Natural dried gourd, hand-engraved (burilado technique)
Subject: Andean village life, alpacas, geometric folk motifs
Style: Peruvian folk art, Huancayo/Ayacucho tradition
Size:
Height: 10 cm / 3.9 inches
Width: 14 cm / 5.5 inches
Weight: 151 g / 5.3 oz
Shipping information
I ship worldwide via DHL with tracking. Unfortunately I am unable to ship via DHL to the United States, US customers please choose between UPS or USPS at checkout.
UPS delivers faster, but please be aware that import duties, tariffs, and handling fees are charged separately upon delivery. These costs vary by item and state and cannot be calculated in advance, so they are not included in the shipping fee you pay me.
USPS takes longer (approximately 4–6 weeks), but the amount you pay me covers everything, no additional charges upon delivery.
Please use the personalization box to indicate your preferred carrier. If you choose UPS, please also include your phone number as this is required for delivery.
For any questions about shipping, feel free to message me before purchasing.
· Color may vary on your screen (slightly dark or lighter, not a completely different color)
· Some lifestyle or atmospheric images in this listing may be created with digital mockups, so small variations can occur. Please check my original product photos for the exact item you will receive.
· All my items are vintage. Please zoom in on the photos to review closely and expect there to be slight imperfections or signs of age. I point out anything that would not be attributed to normal wear
· Due to small business status according to German tax legislation §19 UStG, VAT is not shown on the invoice.
Peruanische Mate Burilado, eine handgravierte Kalebasse aus den Anden mit umlaufenden Szenen aus dem Andenleben, Alpakas, Figuren in Tracht und geometrischen Bordüren sowie einem Sternen-Mandala auf der Oberseite. Die Burilado-Technik gehört zu den ältesten Volkskunsttraditionen Perus und ist mindestens 3.500 Jahre alt. Guter Vintage-Zustand, keine Risse.
Peruvian Carved Gourd Mate Burilado, Andean Folk Art, Alpaca Village Scene, Geometric, 1970s
€35,00
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€35,00
Regular price
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The subject and style are classic Andean folk art: a rounded, flattened gourd form entirely covered in intricate hand-engraved scenes. The body wraps a continuous narrative of Andean life, with alpacas, human figures in traditional dress, birds, mountains and vegetation rendered in fine detail across multiple horizontal bands separated by geometric borders of zigzags and meanders.
The top of the gourd features a beautifully composed star or sun mandala, with radiating petals and concentric decorative rings. The base is plain and undecorated. The natural colour contrast between the warm golden-brown skin of the gourd and the darkened engraved lines gives the piece a rich, warm tone.
The gourd is solid and in good vintage condition, with no cracks or chips. Minor natural surface variation is consistent with age and the organic nature of the material.
Material: Natural dried gourd, hand-engraved (burilado technique)
Subject: Andean village life, alpacas, geometric folk motifs
Style: Peruvian folk art, Huancayo/Ayacucho tradition
Size:
Height: 10 cm / 3.9 inches
Width: 14 cm / 5.5 inches
Weight: 151 g / 5.3 oz
Shipping information
I ship worldwide via DHL with tracking. Unfortunately I am unable to ship via DHL to the United States, US customers please choose between UPS or USPS at checkout.
UPS delivers faster, but please be aware that import duties, tariffs, and handling fees are charged separately upon delivery. These costs vary by item and state and cannot be calculated in advance, so they are not included in the shipping fee you pay me.
USPS takes longer (approximately 4–6 weeks), but the amount you pay me covers everything, no additional charges upon delivery.
Please use the personalization box to indicate your preferred carrier. If you choose UPS, please also include your phone number as this is required for delivery.
For any questions about shipping, feel free to message me before purchasing.
· Color may vary on your screen (slightly dark or lighter, not a completely different color)
· Some lifestyle or atmospheric images in this listing may be created with digital mockups, so small variations can occur. Please check my original product photos for the exact item you will receive.
· All my items are vintage. Please zoom in on the photos to review closely and expect there to be slight imperfections or signs of age. I point out anything that would not be attributed to normal wear
· Due to small business status according to German tax legislation §19 UStG, VAT is not shown on the invoice.
Peruanische Mate Burilado, eine handgravierte Kalebasse aus den Anden mit umlaufenden Szenen aus dem Andenleben, Alpakas, Figuren in Tracht und geometrischen Bordüren sowie einem Sternen-Mandala auf der Oberseite. Die Burilado-Technik gehört zu den ältesten Volkskunsttraditionen Perus und ist mindestens 3.500 Jahre alt. Guter Vintage-Zustand, keine Risse.