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Ishpingo Wood Sculpture Handmade in Peru, "Andean Harpist"

Product ID: 161556

Holding his harp tenderly, a man strums tunes from his beloved Andean highlands. He wears a bright chullo hat and colorful cloak in a fascinating... more

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Holding his harp tenderly, a man strums tunes from his beloved Andean highlands. He wears a bright chullo hat and colorful cloak in a fascinating sculpture by John Barrow. "It's part of my 'Folklore' series that is inspired by this beautiful country and its regional traditions," says Barrow with admiration. He makes the sculpture with hand-carved segments of cedar, mahogany and ishpingo woods, which he dyes with natural pigments.

  • 0.34 kgs
  • 0.7 lbs
  • 23.5 cm H x 15.5 cm W x 3.3 cm D
  • 9.25" H x 6" W x 1.3" D

  • Ishpingo, cedar and mahogany wood
  • All natural dyes
  • Made in Peru
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Peruicon info
  • Product ID: 161556
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Timothy

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Jul 03, 2021

“Amazing”

I have purchased more than half a dozen of Johns work - some for gifts, but I love his pieces so much that I have five in my home. I cant say enough wonderful things about his art. Many Thanks John and Novica!

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Pamela

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Jul 23, 2019

“Stunning just stunning”

I am so happy with adding this piece to my collection. It is extremely well made and the colorful wood just makes the piece so vibrant. What a fantastic artist!!!

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Thomas

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Aug 16, 2017

“King David on the Harp!”

When I saw this online, I was drawn to it. It reminds me of King David of Ancient Israel & Judah playing the Harp. Have a special person in mind to give it to as a gift. I did open up the package and admire it greatly. So tempted to keep it for myself! It is has that special spirit in it.

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Michael

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Jun 25, 2025

“This piece is unique”

This piece is great and it s one piece of three that I purchased. Beautiful collection.

Purchased Item Rainbow Macaws, Multi Color Birds on Tree Sculpture in Mahogany and Cedar

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EDGUBI

From Texas

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May 16, 2025

“I always love John Barrows birds!”

I have several pieces from John Barrow, including every piece Ive seen by him featuring brightly colored birds. Im always watching for when he puts out a new colorful pieces featuring birds, and this was the first Ive seen in a while. I love birds, and the mosaic sculptures he makes are a really great fit when they are colorful. They also have a really nice aromatic smell to them which I think is the wood he uses—Ive noticed that smell in Sugos work (also a woodcarver from the Andes) as well.

Purchased Item Colorful Pheasant, Colorful Wood Sculpture of a Pheasant from Peru

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Sue

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May 06, 2025

“I was looking for that something, and found it.”

I expected excellence from a self-labeled perfectionist, and I got it. Thank you!

Purchased Item Wise Owl, Peruvian Hand Carved Owl Sculpture

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“I am a perfectionist, so I prefer to look for the perfect wood type and take great care with each detail. I want to make something that is different than what you might usually see...."

John Barrow was born in London on September 22, 1934. After studying Engineering he traveled to Peru, in 1969, to work at a paper mill. His original... read more

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