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Artisans in the Croix des Bouquets area of Port-au-Prince, Haiti made this intricate wall piece from recycled oil drums. The material was readily available when Haiti provided reliable labor for many industrialized nations but now with political unrest, few companies operate manufacturing operations in Haiti so oil drums no longer are readily available at the ports. But the skill of the artisans make it worth importing the drums and what was once free material is now an added cost of maintaining a livelihood for the artisans.

Handcut and hammered, this butterfly maintains the natural patina of the oil drum and is approximately 20 by 15 inches in size. Do to the handmade nature of the product the piece purchased may vary slightly from the one pictured. Who would believe that a used oil drum could be turned into something so unique and beautiful. Display this proudly in your home because you are helping the economy at the same time as you are enjoying this beautiful piece of art.Thanks for looking and please take some time to browse my store you never know what you will find in there. Have a wonderful day.

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On Feb-20-11 at 07:19:14 PST, seller added the following information: