'Spying Gecko' Iron Wall Adornment (Mexico)-Iron wall adornment 'Spying Gecko' (MEXICO)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Scurrying along textured walls, a Mexican gecko remains poised and attentive Marco Polo casts the lithe creature of iron, its brownish skin marked by traditional etchings to create a wonderful wall adornment Story Behind the Art: 'Hi, My name is Marco Polo Serrano. I was born in a small artisan town surrounded by handicrafts, as most of my family are artisans. By the age of 13 I had a job in a workshop that made artistic ironwork, and in this way I helped pay for my schooling. When I was 18, I quit working to concentrate on my studies. I got married, and my wife is also from a family of artisans. When I was 23, she and I decided to open our own workshop with a different design concept, utilizing a metal cutter known as a plasma. I began to work with it, cutting perforated silhouettes from sheet metal. The shapes are cut freehand, and we give them form and texture with a hammer and other tools that I've made myself to create capricious designs. I apply an oxidized finish and protect each piece with a coat of lacquer. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days.