Handmade Steel Drum Dog Wall Art, 13 inch, Fair Trade, Haiti

Handmade Steel Drum Dog Wall Art, 13 inch, Fair Trade, HaitiUsing traditional techniques and recycled 55 gallon steel drums, skilled village artisans in Haiti meticulously handcraft each piece of this unique dog steel drum wall art. The process involves hand cutting the drums, burning off oil to clean the metal, and flattening the sheets to create stunning, eco friendly art perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces. Type: Metal Wall Art Colors: Metallic Materials: Upcycled Steel Metal Finish: Painted

Using traditional techniques and recycled 55-gallon steel drums, skilled village artisans in Haiti meticulously handcraft each piece of this unique dog steel drum wall art. The process involves hand-cutting the drums, burning off oil to clean the metal, and flattening the sheets to create stunning, eco-friendly art perfect for both indoor and outdoor spaces.

• Type: Metal Wall Art
• Colors: Metallic
• Materials: Upcycled Steel Metal
• Finish: Painted
• Dimensions: Approx. 13 x 10 inches
• Care: If displaying outdoors it is recommended to spray with a clear lacquer once or twice a year, as prolonged exposure to the elements will cause rust.
• Hanging Instructions: To hang metal art simply use pin head nails in the many nooks and spaces available in the design. If nails are shiny, you may want to darken heads with a black marker to help nails visually disappear.

Given the handmade nature of this product please allow for minor variations. As the metal is recovered from recycled oil drums and colored through a burning process it will vary slightly in coloration. Typically the piece has a darkened steel patina. If handpainted, exact colors may vary, which speaks to the one-of-a-kind nature of each piece. Each piece of metal art whether painted or natural is coated with a layer of clear lacquer to help protect the metal.

Their mission is to offer income-generating opportunities to craftspeople in developing countries by following fair trade practices including paying in advance at least the market price for items, ensuring that craftspeople receive payment, and ensuring that the craftspeople work in fair working conditions. They work directly with artisans, craftspeople, and producer groups to achieve these goals and hopefully help improve the lives of some of the people with whom we share this planet.

IMPACT

• Supports Artisans
• Fair Wage/Trade
• Creates Jobs
• Socio-Economic
• Sustainable