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Hand Carved and Painted Turtle Box with Elephant Motif, "Turtle and Elephant"

Product ID: 246443

An elephant strides peacefully across the countryside beneath a blue sky. Carved from crocodile wood, this jewelry box takes the shape of a sea... more

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An elephant strides peacefully across the countryside beneath a blue sky. Carved from crocodile wood, this jewelry box takes the shape of a sea turtle. Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya carves the petite box and meticulously paints it by hand. It is lined in black velvet.

  • 0.11 kgs
  • 0.2 lbs
  • 5 cm H x 14 cm W x 10 cm D
  • 2" H x 5.5" W x 3.9" D

  • Crocodile wood, polyester velvet
  • Signed by the artist
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Indonesia
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesiaicon info
  • Product ID: 246443
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya

Bali and Java

Wood display dolls and carvings

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Debby

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Jan 08, 2024

Beautiful box”

This is my third item from this artist. So talented.

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Lori Fenty

From Cary, NC

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Feb 20, 2023

Cherished item”

Bought this item for myself and it is more beautiful in person. The inside is lined in velvet if you wish to store something. Great detail in the painting and carving. Love the elephant on the top. Great workmanship.

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Joyce

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Apr 18, 2022

Gorgeous work!,Awesome craftmanship”

I love my turtle! And it is also a jewelry box wow! Great craftmanship. Something I will enjoy forever! Thanks for all of your hard work. Great artist!,Beautiful work!! Great craftmanship. Will love it forever and ever.

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LiliKai

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Oct 02, 2024

Added to my collection”

Every now and then you come across something that blows your mind. I cannot seem to get enough of the Gustis artwork! I purchased this for my collection of his work!

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

This is a cherished heirloom…”

As with the wooden doll, spiritual seeker, this is to a mystical creation. My husband continues to comment on the skills and imagination it took to create such a piece. Again, many thanks. If any one is considering purchasing one of Gusti creations, the answer is an overwhelming YES!!!

We like to look at, just have it in our home I can see people using it to meditate with It’s a relic, truly This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday
Purchased Item Lotus Buddha, Unique Wood Sculpture

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

True serenity with a little mischievousness!”

Splendid, splendid, and splendid! The craftsmanship, details. The figure is magical. This “companion s” being is, well, magical! To the artist, a million thanks for putting his visions of beauty into the world.

Well, to admire the beauty of Not only that, but all the beautiful colors and imagines This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday
Purchased Item The Mystic Hermit, Cultural Wood Decorative Display Doll

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in wood and additional labor for production.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Gusti now has artisan assistants who help with the hand-painting of his designs. Each of these assistants works from home.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

In addition to supporting his three children, Gusti also cares for a foster child.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Gusti pays for the education of his three children and his foster child.

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