Desk and Bookcase

Gecko Magazine Paper Sculpture

Size: 10" long x 4" high

Price: $38

This adorable multicolor tabletop gecko, created entirely of strips of recycled magazine paper, is the ultimate in cool, quirky eco-friendly gifts. It's made in Brazil by artisans who have perfected the art of building standup paper sculptures with no armature at all. No two are exactly alike. Geckos (the real ones) are often a welcome addition to tropical homes since they eat insects. They're also associated with good luck and a symbol of keeping one eye on the past while focusing the other on the future.

Artist Bio
Designed by Claudia Garzesi for the Recycled Planet Store, a New York based company, and created by underemployed Brazilian craftsmen. This designer purposefully creates new jobs while keeping waste out of landfills.