It's Cactus Set of 3 Sun Stakes, Garden Metal Sun Faces, Markers, Curb Appeal, Handmade in Haiti 6 x 20 Inches (Sun Stakes)

The work of Guerlande Balan is unique because she is one of very few women to practice the art of metal sculpture. We are proud of Guerlande and her sisters, who are paving the way for other women to participate in what has traditionally been "men's" work. The center of Haitian metal sculpture is the village of Croix-des-Bouquets, where the clanging sound of hammers striking chisels is a constant music. To begin, the artist chalks his design onto the metal. Chisels, dies and a large hammer are used to cut and shape the piece, giving it form and texture. When the highly intricate and physically demanding work is complete and the artist is satisfied with his work, he signs his name boldly with a small chisel and applies a clear, weather-proof coating. The result is a wonderful, fair trade piece of handcrafted art. Hanging your metal art is easy, once you know how. Choose a place it within two design elements that are touching or notched toward the center of the piece and drive a nail into the wall at that point. Using a second and possibly a third nail, place those in other notched areas within the design to secure it firmly. Avoid placing nails in the eyes or mouth. A viewer's eye will go straight to those elements and a nail there will draw attention to itself. You don't want the nails to become part of the details - you want them to "disappear."

• Small Sun Shines
• Handmade in Haiti from recycled oil drums.
• We are proud to support our artists through the practice of fair trade.
• It's Cactus Metal Art Haiti
• Color variation from silver dark tones to brown bronze tones.