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Delivery EstimateBeautifully hand painted in exquisite detail, a koi swims sinuously with innate grace. Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya carves the charming fish from crocodile wood and meticulously adds the colors. Koi are considered a symbol of luck in many parts of Asia.
- 0.83 kgs
- 1.8 lbs
- 22 cm H x 27 cm W x 9 cm D
- 8.75" H x 10.75" W x 3.5" D
- Crocodile wood
- 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 Indonesia
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Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
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
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
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
In addition to supporting his three children, Gusti also cares for a foster child.
Enabling Education
Gusti pays for the education of his three children and his foster child.
Write a review"At school, my drawing skill was above average... I also took a part-time job finishing and adding color to art products."
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