This is a great example of a piece where I send a random screenshot of idea I like and ask the artisans to turn into something of their own! Each piece of the "village" is connected with a handmade hinge, allowing for many variations in how you bend it for display. So many details in the chiseling - I just really LOVE how it turned out! Add candles or light around & behind for a full holiday display.
**shown in the photos is the medium sized village** due to the handmade craftsmanship, the base of the village is not completely straight, so it will require bending at the hinges for it to stand on its own**
Dimensions:
Medium: overall width 28.5" || height of taller houses 9" & smaller houses 7"
Large: overall width 42" || height of taller houses 13.75" & smaller houses 12"
All metal art pieces are a unique art form to Haiti. They start with 55 gallon oil drums, flattening and firing them are the first steps. Then they trace out the design and begin to chisel, sculpt and cut until the design has been cut out. A rigorous sanding process happens next and then final details and painting a clear sealant finalizes the piece. Photos here showcase parts of the process and the beautiful street of the artisan community. This past year has been extremely difficult for the metal artisans as gangs have taken over and burnt down most of their community. It's an honor to partner with these talented artisans and support their families by purchasing their goods.
