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Whitewashed Suar Wood Gecko Back Scratcher from Bali, "Whitewashed Gecko Helper"

Name: Whitewashed Suar Wood Gecko Back Scratcher from Bali, 'Whitewashed Gecko Helper'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 335165
Price: 33.15 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (549 reviews)

Product ID: 335165

by Nengah Sudarsana (549)

Combining form and function to create something that is unique and timeless, artisan Nengah Sudarsana hand-carves this charming back scratcher from... more

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Combining form and function to create something that is unique and timeless, artisan Nengah Sudarsana hand-carves this charming back scratcher from native suar wood. First employed by the ancient Chinese, back scratchers are a practical tool that have been used by people from all walks of life across the globe for thousands of years. The artisan completes his design in black with a whitewashed finish, featuring the face of a friendly gecko.

90 grams
0.2 lbs

37 cm H x 7 cm W x 4.3 cm D
14.5" H x 2.8" W x 1.7" D

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US/Imperial

Suar wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Features a distressed finish
Made in Indonesia
Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesia
Product ID: 335165

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Nengah Sudarsana

Bali and Java

Hand-carved wood art

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549

Melinda

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May 22, 2025

“Pretty kitty!”

This is a happy gift for my husband... he loves it! It works ergonomically well as a back scratcher, and it looks like our kitty! Excellent workmanship, nice detailing, and substantial! Many thanks!

Purchased Item Kitty Comfort in Black, Black Cat Paw Wood Back Scratcher Hand Carved in Bali

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Jan

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May 13, 2025

“Another handsome remembrance”

A beautiful carving that reminds me of my handsome cat Shadow. I think he must have looked like this as a kitten.

Purchased Item Resting Kitty in Grey, Hand-Carved Resting Wood Cat Sculpture in Grey from Bali

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Jan

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May 13, 2025

“Perfect remembrance of my beloved cat”

This beautiful carving reminds me of my handsome cat Shadow, who I miss every day.

Purchased Item Quaint Cat, Hand Carved Suar Wood Cat Statuette

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Microcredit Financing

Nengah Sudarsana has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1050 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to buy new tools and equipment, including an airbrush and a sander, as well as wood and finishing materials.

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

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Nengah Sudarsana Hand-carved wood art

(549)

"From an early age I loved natural things – plants, animals, birds or sea life… I particularly want to create wildlife and other animal themes in an exact, realistic and original way…."

Update (2008)"Working with you has created a much better life for me and my family. Before, I could hardly afford to live in a single-room home.... read more