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Ringed Kingfisher: The Guardian of Balance
In the oral memory of the Mapuche Huilliche people, the Ringed Kingfisher is recognized as a bird with special abilities. It is said that its feathers possess the power to hypnotize its prey, allowing it to pierce the water with the precision of its long beak. For southern communities, its flight is also a language: when it takes flight toward the mountain range, it delivers the sacred warning of the rain that will come to nourish the land.
This work by Kalkona is born from that profound observation. It is a piece that blends the nobility of wood with the warmth of knitting, representing not just a bird, but the vital connection between the forest and the Ko (water). By choosing this handicraft, you carry with you a fragment of the living story of our territory.
Technical Details and Decoration with Meaning
This figure is perfect as a decorative object for interior spaces or for native bird collectors. Consequently, it is considered one of the most valued meaningful gifts Chile due to its technical quality. Likewise, its presence invites you to connect with the biodiversity of “Our Forest.”
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Identity: Handicraft with Mapuche Huilliche cultural relevance, crafted in the Los Ríos Region.
Technique: Hand-carved wood, iron sculpture, and hand-knitted work using garter stitch with water-based paint finishes.
Materials: Poplar wood, recycled iron structure, selected wool, and cotton.
Dimensions: 26 cm high, 8 cm wide, and 17 cm long.
Filling and details: Synthetic cotton and water-based acrylic paints safe for childhood.
Approximate Weight: 291 g.
Crafting time: Each piece requires a full day of dedicated trade.
Important note: Each piece is unique and unrepeatable. Recreating the seven colors of the plumage by hand means that each Kalkona bird has its own distribution of light and texture. No two are alike, as each one is a unique tribute to the biodiversity of our Wallmapu..
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