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Hand Carved Hibiscus Wood Floral and Butterfly Mask, "Butterfly Smile"
Bali artisan Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya designs this unique table top decorative mask made from Hibiscus wood. The mask features a hand painted floral and butterfly motif upon a woman's pensive expression.
- 0.34 kgs
- 0.7 lbs
- Mask: 24.5 cm H x 15.5 cm W x 9 cm D
- Mask: 9.75" H x 6" W x 3.5" D
- Hibiscus wood
- Signed by the artist
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Hibiscus wood varies greatly in color and grain
- Intended for display on a tabletop or other flat surface
- Free Gift Wrap? No
- Premium Gift Wrap? No
- Made in Indonesia.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Bali and Java
In addition to supporting his three children, Gusti also cares for a foster child.
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.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Gusti now has artisan assistants who help with the hand-painting of his designs. Each of these assistants works from home.
Gusti pays for the education of his three children and his foster child.
"STUNNING AND UNIQUE!"
I'm in LOVE!! This is the coolest! I'm blown away by the detail, the expression... This beauty immediately became a center piece on my bookshelf.
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"A true work of art"
This is my 10th mask from Gusti Ngurah and this one is just as beautiful as the others. They are all earthy and soulful, soft and elegant. I love them all.
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06/18/2018
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"Wondeful mask"
This is the first item I've purchased from this artist but, I will be back for more. The craftmanship is great. I loved this mask when I saw it online but, in person it is even more beautiful. To think someone has such great talent, I'm jealous, The workmanship and coloring are absolutely exquisite. As you can probably tell I'm one happy camper with my purchase and want more of his work and will get in the future. Please don't hesitate to purchase from this artist he's fantastic.
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"How Magical!!!"
This is a very beautiful piece-great size as well. The details are exquisite. Thank you Novica , because if it wasn't for the great pricing and fair shipping, I would never have this ultimate experience. Great quality always!!! novica
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"Cherished Mask"
The butterfly mask is very well made.It will make a nice addition to my house.I have the other mask which is simalar to the butterfly mask but it is a dragon.They are so elegant.can't wait to buy more !!!
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Meet the Artist
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya
Wood display dolls and carvings
Bali and Java
61 artist reviewsCause Badges
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya Wood display dolls and carvings
"At school, my drawing skill was above average... I also took a part-time job finishing and adding color to art products."
61 Testimonials for Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya
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