Guatemalan Worry Dolls Set of 6 Handmade Mayan Folk Art Woven Pouch 14+

Traditional Guatemalan Worry Dolls Set of 6 Discover a distinctive example of traditional Guatemalan folk craftsmanship with this collection of six miniature handmade worry dolls, accompanied by a colourful woven textile pouch. Originating from the Guatemalan Highlands, worry dolls are associated with a longstanding Mayan folk tradition. According to the legend, people symbolically share their worries with miniature figures before sleeping. Each figure is individually handcrafted using small wooden components, colourful threads and traditional woven fabrics. Their simple construction and varied clothing reflect the character of Guatemalan artisan work. The set includes six miniature figures, a woven drawstring pouch and a printed information leaflet explaining the cultural background and folklore of worry dolls. As individually handmade handicrafts, the colours, clothing, pouch patterns and appearance will vary between sets. Photographs are representative of the style and traditional construction. Intended Use: Traditional folk-art collectibles for collectors aged 14 years and over, and for decorative display. Not intended for children’s play. Country of Origin: Guatemala Brand: Terrapin Trading TRADITIONAL GUATEMALAN FOLK ART Set of six miniature handmade worry dolls representing a longstanding cultural tradition from the Guatemalan Highlands. AUTHENTIC HANDCRAFTED FIGURES Individually made using wood, colourful yarn and woven fabrics. Each miniature figure reflects traditional Guatemalan artisan techniques. WOVEN TEXTILE POUCH INCLUDED Supplied with a small, colourful woven drawstring pouch featuring traditional textile patterns. Colours and individual designs vary naturally. THE LEGEND OF THE WORRY DOLLS Includes an information leaflet explaining the traditional Guatemalan folklore of symbolically sharing worries with miniature handmade figures. FOLK ART COLLECTORS AGED 14+ Presented as traditional cultural handicrafts for collectors and decorative display. Packaging is labelled for collectors aged 14 and over. Not intended for children’s play.