Hippo

Wildlife Felted Alpaca Sculpture

Native to the winding rivers and vibrant mangrove swamps of Africa, the majestic hippopotamus is a true symbol of the wild. Our Hippo Wildlife Felted Alpaca Sculpture beautifully captures the powerful presence and unique charm of this magnificent creature. Masterfully needle-felted by our expert resident artisans in Arequipa, Peru, each piece is individually sculpted from premium, touchably soft alpaca fiber. With special attention paid to authentic body shaping and subtle skin tones, this heirloom-quality sculpture is a completely unique, fair-trade work of art.

What makes this special:

• Realistic details—authentic features and character carefully needle-felted
  
  

• Dual display options—includes hanging loop or stands beautifully on any surface
  
  

• Premium alpaca fiber—softer and more artistic than traditional wool felting
  
  

• Handcrafted artistry—each piece individually created with attention to detail
  
  

• Perfect size—stands a few inches tall, ideal for shelves, desks, or collections
  
  

Each sculpture is lovingly created by skilled artisans in Arequipa, Peru, with faces sewn and detailed by hand. Due to the handcrafting process, every piece is unique with slight natural variations—making yours truly one-of-a-kind.

 

 

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Product Details:

• Made from certified alpaca fiber
  
  

• Filled with 100% natural wool—no synthetic polyfill
  
  

• Lanart exclusive—handcrafted in our studio by resident felting artists
  
  

• Includes hanging loop (removable) for ornament display
  
  

• Individually handcrafted with love. Fair Trade from Peru
  
  

Perfect for animal lovers, collectors, or anyone who appreciates handcrafted artistry.

A bit of our felting history:

Lanart pioneered alpaca needle felting in Peru nearly 20 years ago, training a team of artisans in a craft that had traditionally only been practiced with wool. Today, every piece is still authentically handmade by those same skilled artisans—bringing originality, heritage, and genuine alpaca fiber to every little felted critter.

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