African Blackwood & Ivory Wood Disk Earrings - BaobArt
Regular price
$ 19.99
Handmade by members of a cooperative in Mozambique, these surprisingly lightweight earrings carved from African Blackwood are inlaid with a rare Ivory Wood only found in parts of Africa. The woodworking is superb, making the earrings a work of art. The earrings are 1 1/2 inches in diameter.
Meet the Artisans
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Based in Mozambique, BaobArt is a collective of over twenty artisans from impoverished zones in and around the Maputo City center. Brought together by craft enthusiasts who helped them grow production, the artisans now have access to global markets and with this access comes the ability to support their families and communities. BaobArt artisans produce a wide range of traditionally inspired crafts, specializing in the use of local and renewable wood and recycled materials in stunning jewelry and home decor. The artisan’s extensive training and love for their art is visible in the high quality of each carefully crafted piece.