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Unpainted Tin Hippo Ornament

Sale price$5.00 Regular price$9.00
SKU: TO-H

A little hippo with a big personality. Handcrafted in Zimbabwe from repurposed soda and beer cans, each whimsical hippo is carefully shaped by hand, giving new life to materials that might otherwise be discarded. No two are exactly alike, making each one a uniquely charming addition to your holiday tree.

Because every hippo is made from a different recycled can, the colors, logos, and designs will vary from the piece pictured. We love this unexpected element of their character—and the story of transformation behind each one.

Have a favorite can design in mind? Let us know when you place your order and we'll do our best to accommodate your request, subject to availability. Because these ornaments are made from recycled cans collected by the artisans, specific brands and designs cannot be guaranteed.

Height: 2.5"
Length: 4"
Width: 2"

Artist: Mukankha Brothers
Made In: Zimbabwe

Material

Recycled soda cans

Dimension

See product description

Product Care Instructions

Wipe clean with a dry cloth

Origin

Zimbabwe

Time to make

3 hours
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Unpainted Tin Hippo Ornament Sale price$5.00 Regular price$9.00

meet the maker

Metal Sculptors of Zimbabwe

📍Harare, Zimbabwe

" A remarkable story of creativity, resilience, and generational craftsmanship"

Founded in 1986 by the five Mukankha brothers, the Improved Arts Metal Sculptors Project is a remarkable story of creativity, resilience, and generational craftsmanship. Through their artistic talent, the brothers built a sustainable livelihood that allowed them to provide opportunities for their families that they themselves did not have growing up.

Using simple hand tools—snips, pliers, and hammers—they transform sheets of tin into playful sculptural creatures full of character and charm. Each piece is then individually hand-painted in vibrant patterns by artists from Zimbabwe’s Weya community, making every sculpture a truly one-of-a-kind work of art. While some of the founding brothers have since passed, the legacy continues through Norman and Moses, who now mentor the next generation of younger family members, ensuring this distinctive craft continues to thrive.