Mayan Arts Gecko, Beaded Lizzard, Small Hanging Animals, Novelty Figurines, Assorted Colors, Handmade in Guatemala
This Gecko is hand-beaded by indigenous Guatemalan artisans from the rural village of Chukmuk, near Lake Atitlan. They are made using only beads and thread, with recycled plastic bags as stuffing. All Geckos are made using first-class Czech beads.
Purchase products handmade by fair trade standards. Empower women.
Unlike weaving, which has been practiced in Guatemala since pre-Colombian times, bead work is a relatively new artisan craft in Guatemala.
Description
This Gecko is hand-beaded by indigenous Guatemalan artisans from the rural village of Chukmuk, near Lake Atitlan. They are made using only beads and thread, with recycled plastic bags as stuffing. All Geckos are made using first-class Czech beads.
Purchase products handmade by fair trade standards. Empower women.
Unlike weaving, which has been practiced in Guatemala since pre-Colombian times, bead work is a relatively new artisan craft in Guatemala.