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Seji Taram transforms Balinese suar wood into a beautiful wall sculpture. Frangipani blossoms nestle beneath the Hindu omkara symbol. Known as om or aum, omkara is the root of all sounds, emitted as a mantra during meditation. It is believed all desires will vanish, thus attaining self-realization and the highest of knowledge. This one letter symbolizes the most high in the Hindu pantheon, representing every kind of trinity such as Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva, past-present-future, birth-life-death, creation-preservation-destruction, and waking-dreaming-deep sleep.
- 0.27 kgs
- 0.6 lbs
- 21 cm H x 39 cm W x 2.3 cm D
- 8.25" H x 15.25" W x 0.9" D
- Suar wood
- Intended as wall decor
- Wood grain and color can vary slightly
- Made in Indonesia.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesia
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Nazem
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11/29/2019
"Beautifully crafted"
Beautifully crafted Omkara
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Frangipani Om, Suar Wood Spiritual Relief Panel
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Shelley
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09/07/2023
"Protector of my sons home."
I sent this strong and handsome dragon to protect my son and his family. It is doing its job very well.
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Dan
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05/24/2023
"Beautiful Artwork"
Absolutely gorgeous and very well-crafted to the smallest detail and finish. It makes a lovely wedding gift.
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Sacred Om, Wood relief panel
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Merry-Ken
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03/09/2023
"Beautiful Elegance"
I love the balance of this carving! Thank you Seji Taram for bringing beauty into my home.
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EDGUBI
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02/18/2023
"Stunning in person!"
The initial one that I was sent was not packed properly and damaged in shipping. I hope they can glue it up and sell it to someone at a discount because its such a shame that such a beautiful piece of work got damaged because of shipping! Usually Novica is really good about packing, but I think the weird shape of this and trying to find the right box led to not enough padding with the first one I was sent. The second one had plenty of padding and the box was much larger, so it looks like they learned from that mistake! I need to figure out HOW to hang it but it is absolutely stunning and I know exactly WHERE I will be hanging it!
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Garuda and Dragon, Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Relief Panel from Indonesia
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Kay
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02/18/2023
"Just beautiful!"
I purchased this piece to replace a previous ceramic purchase from Novica that decided to fall off the wall : ( This piece is even better than I expected if that is even possible. I appreciate the symbolism of the lotus flower, rebirth & resurrection, combined with the sun. Clearly, Seji is very gifted. Im grateful she connected with Novica as a platform to share her work with the world. More power to Seji to provide for her children!
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Sun Flower, Floral Sun-Themed Suar Wood Relief Panel from Bali
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This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Empowering Women
Today, Seji is a strong female figure who heads a successful carving workshop. But in the days after her husband died, this future was far from guaranteed. With the carving skills she learned from her husband, Seji embraced her new reality with determination and commitment. As a result, she has not only been able to provide for her son, but now employs several other female artisans in her workshop.
Job Creator
Seji learned to carve from her husband. Sadly, he passed away and she was left to support herself and two children. Before he died, her husband urged her to be strong and become her own woman. She has done so and has grown their workshop. She now gives work to other carvers, and two women hand-finish the sculptures.
Preserving Traditions
Seji learned to carve from her late husband. Their workshop continues to produce his designs and also the ones Seji has developed. She teaches her assistants to carve and carefully instructs her finishers in how to refine each detail of the sculptures.
Profound Impact
Novica sales provide Seji with a steady income that has enabled her to grow her workshop. She is able to not only support her son but to provide steady wages to her workers, enabling them to support themselves and their families.
Microcredit Financing
Seji Taram has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $2500. Proceeds were used to hire people to help in his workshop.
Moving On Up
Since the death of her husband, Seji has not only survived — she has managed to thrive. She has grown her workshop and is now able to offer work to other artisans in her community.
Caring for Children
Seji Taram is a widow. Her daughter is grown, Seji is raising her young son alone.
Enabling Education
Seji is determined to give her son the best possible education.
Confronting Adversity
This artist is currently confronting a major life challenge.
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