Indigenous Wood Animal Sculptures - Guarani M'bya

Animal sculptures carved in wood from the indigenous Guarani M'bya, often used to teach children about the realities of animals in the forest. Gorgeous, authentic indigenous decoration.

Note each one is slightly different, and there will be natural variations. These are all hand-carved on natural wood.

Size (approximate): 11cm length x 5cm width

Story: Artisanal crafts currently form the main source of income for the Guarani peoples. This piece was made by Luciana, daughter of the chief (or "cacique" as they are known in Brazil) of the Aldeia de Bertioga tribe, a position of leadership awarded to those with ample knowledge of the spiritual and medicinal realms within the group. The indigenous population of the Guarani M'bya ethnicity are a sub-group of the Guarani, and present in over 8 Brazilian states from north to south. Despite the pressures placed on the Guarani culture in recent political and social climates, the M'bya maintain a strong group identity, with their own traditions, music and artifacts. They are active in the fight to preserve their heritage and authentic way of life.

100% Wood

Made in Brazil