Seedpod Giraffe

$16.00

SKU: SPA-GL

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These delightful seed pod giraffes are too cute! "Twiza" (the word for giraffe in Shona, the language of the people of Zimbabwe) and her baby are looking sharp with their long legs, graceful in their elegant pose. Her body is made from the fallen seedpod of the star chestnut tree and her legs, neck and head are crafted from wire putty and natural materials. Each giraffe is carefully hand painted to reflect the beauty and majesty of this African jewel.

Height: small 5-6.5", large 6.5-8"
Length: 2"
Width: 2.5"
Artist: Raina Mazwiembiri
Made In: Zimbabwe

Material

Seedpods of the Ulumbu Tree and wire

Dimension

See product description

Product Care Instructions

Wipe clean with a dry cloth

Origin

Zimbabwe

Time to make

4 hours

Seedpod Giraffe

$16.00

meet the maker

Seedpod Artisans

📍Ruwa, Zimbabwe

" The family undertakes a demanding three-day journey, traveling nearly seven hours each way to the Bulawayo region to gather the pods"

What began in 1994 as a way for George and Raina to earn additional income has grown into a thriving family craft in Ruwa, Zimbabwe. Since taking the reins, Raina continues to grow the business alongside two of her daughters, a son, and extended family members.

Each whimsical bird begins with the seedpod of the Ulumbu tree (Sterculia rogersii), which does not grow in abundance near their home. To source the materials, the family undertakes a demanding three-day journey, traveling nearly seven hours each way to the Bulawayo region to gather the pods. Using the natural seedpod as the body, they shape wire by hand for the legs, sculpt the beaks, and individually hand-paint each bird in vibrant colors—transforming humble natural materials into joyful works of art.