Handmade in Haiti, Wall Hanging Tree of Life, Authentic Upcycled Artwork, Indoor Outdoor Display, Decorative, Painted - 22 inches

22" x 22" Handmade Metal Tree of Life by Norvh

Handmade in Haiti, Wall Hanging Tree of Life, Authentic Wall Hanging Artwork, Indoor and Outdoor Display, Decorative

Haitian metal art sculptures are made from recycled oil barrels. What is old becomes new again!

Barrels that have been cleaned up and pounded flat are then used as a "canvas" upon which the artist draws the design.

Then, with a hammer and chisel the cutwork and detailing begins. Metal sculpture has generally been undertaken by men1, but increasingly, women are making a place for themselves in the field.

This Tree of Life comes with a weather-proof coating, but in time rusting can occur. That isn't necessarily a bad thing - some people like the rustic look - but if you are not one of them, take heart. Spending 5 minutes once a year to spray the front and back of the sculpture with a a clear coat enamel will keep it looking as shiny and new as the day you bought it. https://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtUnderTheTree?ref=hdr_shop_menu