Clumps of roots of Tagua (Phytelephas Macrocarpa) Ivory nut (Ivoire Vegetal).Ecuador South America.70962 Ecuador
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5100 x 3825 px | 43.2 x 32.4 cm | 17 x 12.8 inches | 300dpiDate taken:
4 October 2007Location:
Ecuador South AmericaMore information:
The Tagua Nul or Corazo is a seed from a South American palm tree (Phytelephas Macrocarpa). Once carved, the ibis seed looks like ivory. Each handmade item is a unique piece. L'Ivoire végétal (Tagua) ou corazo s'obtient à partir de la graine de palmier (Phytelephas Macrocarpa). Travaillée, cette graine ressemble à l'Ivoire. Chaque objet ainsi sculpté est unique. artisanat craft ivory taga corazo craftman ecuador small object vase turning tourism tourist attraction economy touristic holiday world destination craftmanship ivoire vegetal ecology heritage