Large Vintage Peruvian Mate Burilado Hand-Carved Storytelling Gourd Rattles – Pair

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Magnificent Vintage Pair of Peruvian Mate Burilado Hand-Carved Storytelling Gourd Rattles

Bring rich textures and global storytelling into your space … Read more Magnificent Vintage Pair of Peruvian Mate Burilado Hand-Carved Storytelling Gourd Rattles

Bring rich textures and global storytelling into your space with this exceptional pair of vintage Peruvian mate burilado (hand-carved and etched gourds). This curated duo features two distinctly styled, substantial pieces that together create a beautifully balanced, organic vignette for a bookshelf, mantel, or entry console. Both gourds are structurally whole and feature their intact, original dried seeds inside, acting as traditional folk instruments that emit a rhythmic, hollow rattle when handled.
The Masterwork Miniature Gourd
The smaller gourd is an absolute tour de force of microscopic engraving, standing 4 inches tall with a robust 4-inch diameter. Utilizing a traditional fine-pointed chisel (buril) and a natural ash-rubbed patina to create stark, cream-lined contrast, a master artisan has etched a seamless, 360-degree panoramic narrative of traditional Andean village life. The continuous horizon line wraps around the sphere to depict a sequential community story:
* Pastoral Life: A shepherd playing a traditional quena (flute) guides long-necked alpacas grazing amidst native cacti and high-altitude flora.
* The Harvest Feast: An abundant market prep scene showing stacked woven baskets and large clay cooking pots overflowing with native crops and jugs of chicha (corn beer).
* The Celebration: Musicians and dancers in festive, patterned garb celebrating the community bond.
* The Climax: A dramatic rendering of the Herranza (Andean rodeo/festival), complete with a charging horned bull, a herder in a traditional wide-brimmed hat, and spectators cheering from a rustic wooden grandstand.

The Figural Flute Player Gourd
Serving as the perfect dimensional anchor, the larger gourd stands 8.5 inches tall with an impressive 7.5-inch diameter. It skillfully utilizes the natural contours of a large bottle gourd to depict a charming, stylized Andean musician playing a flute. This piece features bolder, graphic pyrography (fire-burned) sections complemented by fine geometric zig-zag borders, showcasing the versatility of traditional Peruvian gourd-crafting techniques.
Why Designers Love It
With their warm, earthy terracotta tones, deep espresso scorched accents, and intricate linework, these pieces offer incredible organic modern texture. They fit seamlessly into Eclectic, Mid-Century Modern, Global Boho, or Rustic Contemporary interiors.

Dimensions
* Large Gourd: 8.5" H x 7.5" W x 7.5" D
* Small Gourd: 4.0" H x 4.0" W x 4.0" D

Both gourds are beautifully preserved with a rich, authentic aged patina. The hand-engraved lines remain crisp and clear. There are no structural cracks or splits. As handmade items crafted from real, organic gourds, they display slight natural variations in shape, coloration, and surface texture, which only enhances their unique vintage character.


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