This gourd has been cut and cleaned. The design was transferred, wood burned and painted. The gourd "skin" has been carved away between the bamboo and the area stippled.
This gourd is approximately 9 x 7.
Butterflies and Bamboo
Gourds are typically very light in weight, especially once the inside has been cleaned out like this piece. You can weigh it down by placing a rock inside of it if desired. In some cases I have sanded it fairly flat on the bottom, it’s best to use a stand to display it to give it stability.
Tips to care for your gourd art:
Hours are spent cleaning each gourd prior to applying a design. Then, the finest dyes, stains, paints, and varnishes are used to create a high-quality and durable finish. Nevertheless, please keep in mind these important points:
- Never use a flame in the gourd. If a candle is desired, use flameless.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight to reduce the possibility of fading or discoloration. Even with the best finishes with UV filters, colors may fade.
- Do not expose the gourd to the weather.
- Handle the gourd as you would china or glassware – gourds can crack or break if dropped or subjected to impact.
- Use a soft lint-free cloth to lightly dust the surface of the gourd. Do not use water or household cleaning chemicals.
- Interior surfaces tend to be rougher in texture, and will collect dust. Gently blow out the interior periodically – you can use a can of compressed air such as those intended for cleaning computer keyboards.