Product Description
Geckos can be characterized as shrewd and cunning, which requires intelligence and wit. This gecko is sharpening his education the old-fashioned way, with its nose in a book. Nothing but fun, this piece features a long, slender body with the strong, firm lines of the framed lamp shade creating this lizard's reading material. Body features a handmade wrought iron frame that is powder coated and then wrapped in abaca rope. Each lamp comes with approximately five feet of clear cord with a plug which extends from the base of the tail. Shade features a standard ul lamp backing with fossilized cocoa and guyabano leaves that are hand-placed and then laminated. The shade is handstitched onto a powder coated, wrought iron frame.
The artisans of the Philippines have been using sustainable natural resources through the generations. By combining these materials, like capiz shell and leaves, with recycled materials, food based dyes and low-impact finishes, the resulting lamps are beautiful as well as environmentally friendly. With attention the artisans as well as the environment, the employees of these producer groups have access to a dignified working environment, living wages, healthcare, continuing education and quality housing.
- Made by hand in the Philippines
- Leaves, lamp backing, wrought iron
- Dyed and laminated leaves
- Measures approximately 16" tall x 16" long including tail (book measures 7" wide)
- Handy inline on / off switch
- Uses traditional light bulb (not included)
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Made by hand is uniquely beautiful. Our products are made by humans, not mass produced on automated machines. Minor imperfections and variations are to be expected as a characteristic of the artistry. Please appreciate these individualities for what they are, a maker pouring their heart and soul into a unique and beautiful piece of work for your.
