artisan instruments

A beautifully crafted jempinis wood turtle, with a shell of natural coconut, swims gracefully beneath stainless steel tines in this gorgeous kalimba, or thumb piano, by Balinese artisan Trisna Dewi. Traditionally a musical instrument from Africa, this plucked idiophone produces a hollow tone when the tines are strummed. The word kalimba is a Bantu word which means "little music".

Crafted of cardboard with stainless steel wire, this exciting echo instrument is presented by Balinese artisan Trisna Dewi. The cardboard takes a cylindrical shape, and when the wire is swung around, it produces an echoing noise. Hand-painted kaleidoscopic designs that depict a turtle complete this charming instrument.

Handmade from rich mahogany wood, this stunning mini djembe drum is created by Trisna Dewi who is inspired by the music she grew up listening to in her home of Bali. The artisan uses an intricate process in the creation of this instrument, which features stretched goatskin on the top of the drum, producing a pleasant sound when struck. Beautiful gecko engravings and colorful cord decorate the sides, giving the instrument an attractive appearance.

The perfect home accessory for simple decor or for playing entrancing beats, this mini djembe drum is handcrafted of mahogany by Balinese artisans. Trisna Dewi presents the drum, featuring the relief image of sea turtles that encircles the bottom. A leather head completes the drum, accentuated with colorful nylon cord.

The perfect home accessory for simple decor or for playing entrancing music, this mini djembe drum is handcrafted of mahogany by Balinese artisans. Trisna Dewi presents the drum, featuring the relief image of elephants that encircle the bottom. A leather head completes the drum, accentuated with colorful nylon cord.