Enrico Mango Wood Utensil Vase with Bark Rim

Hand-carved. Gorgeous wood grain and unique natural bark edge. Food safe finish can be hand washed and cleans up easily. Made from reclaimed mango wood. Natural lacquer finish. Made in Thailand. 6 in. Dia. x 7 in. H (1 lbs.). Interior damp rated for use. Warranty: 90 days limited. Mango collection Each piece has a live edge of tree bark around the rim that adds to the natural beauty. The Mango tree bears fruit for about 40 years, at which time it is cut down by the farmer to make room for new seedlings. The Mango wood is then reclaimed by local craftsmen and carved into a wide variety of beautiful shapes. From the mango collection, this solid mango utensil vase holds a passel of cooking utensils by the stove, a bundle of breadsticks on the table, or even makes a unique vase for dried flower arrangements. The Mango tree bears fruit for about 20 to 30 years, after which time it is cut down by the farmer to make room for new seedlings. The creamy, dense mango wood is then reclaimed by local craftsmen for carving into a wide variety of beautiful products. The artisans working mango wood pay careful attention to the individuality of each and every raw slab of wood that comes into their hands and the results are wonderful. Each piece in this collection has a live edge of contrasting tree bark around the rim which reminds one that each tree has a character and texture all its own.