Description
Introduce a touch of elegance and artistry to your space with our Hand Made & Painted Wood Tortoise. Crafted by talented Swazi artisans from Zoggs, this beautifully detailed piece showcases Eswatini’s rich artistic heritage. Add a touch of artistry and tradition to your home with this handmade wooden tortoise – a perfect blend of craftsmanship, culture, and functionality.
What It Is: This striking wooden tortoise is hand-painted with intricate and vibrant patterns. Made from high-quality wood, it serves as both a decorative object and a testament to traditional craftsmanship, adding a refined and artistic element to any room.
Uses: The Hand Made & Painted Wood Tortoise is perfect for display on shelves, tables, or desks. Its unique design makes it a standout addition to your decor and a thoughtful gift for those who appreciate handcrafted art and wildlife representations.
Care Instructions: To clean, simply wipe with a dry cloth.
Materials: Wood, Acrylic Paint (lead free)
Handmade with Care: Each wooden tortoise is carefully crafted and painted by skilled Swazi artisans at Zoggs in southern Eswatini. The handmade process ensures that each piece has its own unique features and slight variations in shape, patten and color, adding to its charm.
Supporting Fair Trade: By purchasing this wooden tortoise, you are supporting fair trade practices and contributing to the empowerment of women in Eswatini. Zoggs adheres to fair trade principles, ensuring fair compensation and sustainable employment for its artisans.
Unique and Sustainable: Zoggs is committed to sustainability, utilizing up-cycled and recycled materials whenever possible. Your Hand Made & Painted Wood Tortoise is not only a stunning piece of art but also an eco-friendly choice.
Warning: This product is not suitable for children under the age of 5 years old.
Meet the Creators: Empowered Women
In Eswatini’s Lowveld region, Zoggs is more than just an artisan collective; it’s a story of resilience, empowerment, and creativity. Founded in 2000 by Zoë Fourie, Zoggs began as a small workshop focused on playful and colorful designs. Today, Zoggs is a thriving community of talented women artisans, each trained in traditional craft forms while bringing their unique touch to each piece.
Empowering Women through Craft Zoggs provides its artisans with a sustainable income and skill development in an area where opportunities for women are scarce. The collective emphasizes fair trade and environmental consciousness, empowering women not only economically but also by nurturing creativity and self-reliance. By supporting Zoggs, you’re directly contributing to the lives of Swazi women artisans who create art from the heart.
Crafted in the Kingdom of Eswatini
Handmade in the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly Swaziland), the last remaining absolute monarchy in Africa, this piece reflects the country’s unique heritage and artistic traditions. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and strong sense of community, Eswatini blends cultural richness with modern creativity. The artisans here draw inspiration from the kingdom's deep-rooted customs and vibrant way of life, creating beautiful crafts that tell the stories of the land and its people.
By owning this item, you’re not only acquiring a stunning work of art—you’re bringing a piece of Eswatini’s rich cultural legacy and enduring spirit into your home.
Kevin Don
Kevin Don –
Such a stunning piece