Resting Turtle Under a Mushroom Cap | Tagua Nut Figurine

Turtle Under Mushroom Tagua Carving Figurine - Eco-Friendly Rainforest Art from Ecuador

Discover the enchanting world of woodland magic with this charming figurine featuring a resting turtle sheltered beneath a whimsical mushroom cap. Expertly hand-carved from sustainable tagua nuts by skilled Ecuadorian artisans, this delightful piece captures the peaceful essence of forest life while showcasing the remarkable detail achievable through the ancient art of tagua carving.

Made from nature's own "vegetable ivory," each figurine represents the perfect harmony between artistic imagination and environmental responsibility. The tagua nut's natural properties allow for incredible detail in both the turtle's gentle form and the mushroom's protective canopy. Traditional coloring techniques enhance the organic beauty while preserving the material's authentic character, and over time, your figurine will develop a rich patina that adds to its fairy-tale charm.

Product Details:

• Eco-Friendly Material: Hand-carved from tagua nuts, nature's "vegetable ivory"
• Sustainable Source: Made from renewable rainforest seeds harvested without harming trees
• Artisan Crafted: Created by skilled carvers working with Naya Nayon cooperative in Ecuador
• Dimensions: 76mm high x 45mm wide x 42mm deep
• Natural Coloring: Colors achieved through traditional methods like boiling and fermentation
• Living Beauty: Naturally ages and darkens over time, like genuine ivory
• Fair Trade: Ethically imported supporting artisan families and communities
• Conservation Mission: Purchase helps preserve thousands of acres of rainforest habitat
• Whimsical Design: Captures magical woodland scenes with turtle and mushroom motif. Perfect for the fairytale collector and Alice In Wonderland book fans! 
• Home-Based Artisans: Supports 23 local craftspeople working from their homes

About Naya Nayon: This innovative Ecuador-based NGO fights poverty and deforestation by creating sustainable employment that depends on forest conservation. Working with 23 local artisans who create figurines, jewelry, and ornaments from tagua nuts that grow year-round in Ecuador, Naya Nayon provides comprehensive training, tools, and materials while ensuring fair work distribution from their main office.