Handmade Twisted Tree of Life Metal Wall Art (Haiti)

Description

Bring a touch of traditional Haitian design into your home with this Handmade Twisted Tree of Life Metal Wall Art. This stunning piece features a tree of life with a twisted trunk hand cut and embossed from recycled steel. Measuring 23 inches in diameter this metal wall art is a unique and eye-catching addition to any room.Features: Type: Metal Wall Art Colors: Steel Materials: Recycled Steel Dimensions: 23-24 inches in diameter Handcrafted by Haitian artisansStory Behind the Art: This metal wall art is handcrafted by artisans in Croix des Bouquets an area of Port-Au-Prince known for its Haitian metal art. The artists use ball peen hammers to strike sheets of steel that were once colored by oil and other liquids from steel drums. Each piece is cut by hand with holes carefully placed to form the edges of trees and leaves. The final design is painted or lacquered with each gecko textured to resemble scales. The artists take pride in their work often signing their pieces on the back side leaving a raised reversed signature on the front. What is Worldstock? Worldstock is a program that connects artisans from around the world with customers like you. By purchasing Worldstock products you’re supporting small businesses and traditional crafts and helping to preserve cultures that might otherwise be lost. Note: The handcrafted nature of this product means that there may be variations in color size and design. If you order two of the same item slight differences should be expected. Additionally please note that color discrepancies may occur between the product and your computer screen. Imported.

SKU 25923423-000-000 Style Bohemian amp; Eclectic Industrial Material Metal Steel Color Grey Commercial Yes Product Features Handmade Size Medium Type Wall Decor Dimensions 24.0 In. X 24.0 In. X 1.0 In. Model Number HMDTREE8