Adoring Baby Jesus - Gourd Ornament
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with this natural gourd ornament. Baby Jesus in a crib is surrounded by adoring animals including a lamb, donkey, cow, horse, and birds.
Each piece is a Lucuma Designs exclusive, crafted in partnership with talented gourd artists from Cochas, Peru. Artists use generations-old techniques to sketch, carve, and burn intricate designs into real dried gourds, turning them into lasting holiday keepsakes.
Details
- Handmade from natural gourd – a one-of-a-kind, eco-friendly Christmas decoration
- Depicts a peaceful and sweet nativity scene
- Carved by hand and colored by fire
- Fair trade and ethically made, supports artisans cultural traditions and livelihoods
- Perfect for Christmas trees, gift toppers, or faith-based decor displays
Due to the natural material and handmade process, expect unique variations in shape, color, and detail as no two ornaments are exactly alike. Price is for one.
Stories in Every Gourd
A canvas for memory, celebration, and everyday life.
For generations, Peruvian gourd artists have used the curved surface of the mate to tell stories without words. Farming and harvests, weddings, religious ceremonies, dances, festivals, family life, and important events can all unfold across a single gourd.
This narrative tradition became especially prominent during the 19th century, when artists increasingly portrayed scenes of everyday life and local customs. By the early 20th century, artists in the Mantaro Valley were carving detailed scenes linked to the agricultural and ritual calendar, preserving the rhythms and memories of Andean life in communities such as Cochas.
Today, the gourds we share carry this storytelling tradition forward in a different way. Instead of narrating an entire event or village scene, contemporary gourd artists often express their world through a flower, bird, animal, or playful natural motif. Each piece becomes a small reflection of the artist’s imagination, sensibility, and connection to the natural world.
1% For The Planet
As nature lovers, we want to do our part to contribute to a healthier planet. For us and our artist partners, nature is an endless source of inspiration, motivating us to seek more sustainable alternatives, eco-friendly materials, and greener ways of doing business.
As a member of 1% for the Planet, Lucuma Designs commits at least 1% of annual sales to environmental nonprofits working to protect and restore natural habitats, support Indigenous communities, and advance causes close to our hearts.
Our giving is certified annually through 1% for the Planet, so every Lucuma purchase helps support organizations working toward a healthier, more beautiful world.
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