Angel Maria – Small

Description

Angel Maria is a delicate and enchanting figure, named after Maria, one of the Rietbron Crafters. Her name means the wished for, reflecting her special significance. Dressed in a soft, feathery white ostrich feather gown, she has wings crocheted from rose-gold coloured wire adorned with beads. Her hand-felted head, made from the mohair fleece of an angora goat, is crowned with a rose-gold beaded halo.

Vintage Range
The Vintage Range of angels features timeless pieces, each dating back over 15 years. Among these cherished angels are Angel Marinda, Janine, Justine, Desiree, Baby Valenta, and Maria Small. Each angel carries its own individual charm and story, making them perfect additions to this collection.

Gift and Decoration
Use Angel Maria as part of your Christmas or Easter decorations to bring a special charm to your celebrations. It is also ideal for birthdays, anniversaries, or other significant milestones, making the moment even more memorable.

The Makers
The Karoo Angels story began in 2006 in Vondeling, a remote village in the Karoo semi-desert of South Africa. What started as a small craft project for community upliftment soon grew into something much larger. The project provided training to local artisans, leading to the creation of unique, handcrafted angels from wire, beads, wool, and ostrich feathers. The project expanded to include Rietbron, forming the Karoo Angels brand. These angels have gained international recognition, bringing pride and income to the once-forgotten villages.
The feather tufts used in the angel making are supplied by Cape Karoo International, globally renowned for their finest quality ostrich plumes.

Handcrafted Quality
The sizes of the Karoo Angels can vary, as each one is handcrafted. This natural variation results from the artisanal process and the use of non-standardised ostrich feathers. Each angel’s individuality adds to its charm and authenticity, making it a truly exceptional piece of art.

Approx. dimensions:

Length: 10 – 11 cm

Width: 6 cm

Weight: 5 g

Handcrafted in South Africa by Karoo Angels