Buy one of three sizes of the Guanche fertility goddess.

You can trace its original version and design at one of most famous Tenerife museums.

Purchase one of the very affordable, artistic statues of the ancient Guanche fertility symbol at the Tenerife tourism Office Puerto de la Cruz. Find it in Calle Lonjas at the old Casa de Aduana by the picturesque little fishing harbour of the oldest Tenerife resort.

Indeed, this town tourist center is not to be missed. It has the most tasteful, little items, such as small jewelry, apart from traditional drinks and foods. Everything is a far cry from some kitschy things found elsewhere.

No mass produced Guanche fertility sculpture.

Also, I am inclined to think that the fertility goddess which is sold at the tourist shop is not mass produced. I have seen many gordeous items in small quantities there before. They have all disappeared off the shelves. Therefore mass production is not likely at all.

The biggest Guanche goddess of womanhood and fertility is sold at the Casa Aduana for less than €10, if I remember well, while the smallest costs about €2,50. Or buy such a small modern sculpture for your holiday home in Tenerife. It will make a fantastic focal point and will match with any kind of interior decorating. Also, combine the bigger version of the Guanche figurine with pumpkin decorating ideas for a stunning result.

You can even claim value added tax back for your little black statue at the airport office for tourist tax returns. This would make the small Guanche fertility goddess sculpture all the more affordable.

Tenerife history of the fertility sculpture

The black Madonna of Candelaria with its more realistic appearance replaced the ancient caveman figurine after the Tenerife conquest.

Also interesting are street art Guanche sculptures of Spain art at Plaza de España in the Tenerife capital. Not for sale, though...

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