Moyo: African Sandalwood Heart Vase
Enhance your home décor with an intricately hand-crafted vase made of African Sandalwood from Mozambique. Featuring a beautiful heart shape carved into the bark-covered front and warm and smooth polished sides. It is the perfect accompaniment to flowers you may give on a special occasion – especially for the home decor enthusiast. Use it for displaying flowers, plants, or branches. For live blooms, be sure to insert a liner first.
Measures 12 inches in height x 4.5-inch length x 3-inch diameter.
Named after the Swahili word “Moyo” which means heart, this vase can serve as more than a physical object; it can also be a symbol of the feelings you have for that special someone. Make them feel truly adored by gifting them with this meaningful piece – they will treasure it for years to come!
Due to it being hand-carved, there may be slight and subtle variations in size, shape or color. This is what makes your vase unique and a true piece of African Art.
What is African Sandalwood?
African sandalwood is sought after for its robust characteristics, due to the tree’s dense and heavy heartwood. This wood has a fine texture which allows carvers to create intricate designs with precision and ease. Its durability lends itself well to creating pieces that will last for generations.
Not only is it renowned for its striking reddish-brown hue and distinct grain patterns, but the wood from this tree is also extremely easy to work with. Its straight or slightly interlocked grain permits seamless artistry both by hand tools as well as machinery, resulting in captivating creations that are sure to please the eye.
In addition, African sandalwood is packed with natural oils that give off a pleasant smell and make it extremely durable to rot and insect damage. This makes it an ideal timber for crafting items that are meant to last for years or be displayed prominently.
Overall, the combination of its durability, texture, and visual appeal make African sandalwood a prized material for carvers and craftsmen alike.
