Half Off Hand Carved 18" Gourd Folk Art Glass Inlay, Beads, Wood Stand Sculpture

Gourd art is a form of primitive-style art on an amazing variety of gourds found all around the world, most notably in North & South America and Africa. Artists today are discovering the unique three-dimensional platform of the gourd where they can incorporate elements of both painting and sculpture. The gourd art movement is strong and growing, according to the California Gourd Society, an organization of gourd enthusiasts. But gourd art isn't just a country craft. Many well-known gourd artists have elevated the arts-and-crafts identity of gourd art to a fine-art status with exhibits in many art galleries. This listing is for one of the most unique and rare gourd sculptures I've seen. I spent hours searching and couldn't find another like it. The 18" oblong gourd stands on a wooden base and is supported by wooden rods that are decorated with what looks like wooden buttons. On the front there are three glass or ceramic tiles inset into the gourd on painted squares. It's utterly stunning, creative and unique. Excellent pre-owned condition. A beautiful addition to your home!