ceramic figurines

For a whimsical take on the Loro Blonyo tradition, Javanese artisan Ariska creates this pair of figurines. Wearing traditional clothing and playing gamelan instruments, this adorable wedded couple is crafted from ceramic and painted by hand with shiny glazes. Loro Blonyo represents the inseparable union between husband and wife.

Trumpeting proudly, an elephant marches in a regal parade. He raises his trunk in a triumphant salute, stunning in soft green and cream tones. Painting celadon ceramics since adolescence, Kanda is an expert in the traditional, world-renowned craft. She hopes to pass her knowledge on to others to preserve the ancient secrets of this difficult skill. Highly revered because of their importance to monarchs and religious figures, elephants appear in many Thai proverbs and sayings.

These cerulean ceramic elephants bear lotus blossoms on their backs with quiet dignity, their crackled blue glaze capturing light in a network of tiny fissures that whisper stories of Thailand's artistic traditions. Each miniature pachyderm sits in perfect repose, ready to hold either incense sticks or cones within their lotus perches, sending aromatic wisps curling skyward through symbols deeply woven into Thai cultural identity. Artisan Charoensri skillfully transforms functional incense holders into meaningful objects of beauty where the powerful elephant and the transcendent lotus unite in hand-formed ceramic that brings both purpose and serenity to everyday rituals.

Lord Ganesha is the Thai deva of success. Devas are heavenly beings that often visit earth to help and protect humanity or serve as messengers for the gods.

The son of Shiva and Parvati, Ganesha is revered in the Hindu pantheon as the god of auspiciousness. He is portrayed with the head of an elephant, one tusk and four hands. Thatsanee and Ramphan craft the figure in celadon ceramic with its delightfully crackled glaze.

Resting peacefully with lotus flowers balanced on their backs, these green ceramic elephant incense holders blend cultural symbolism with practical artistry. The distinctive crackled glaze creates a web of delicate lines across each figure, adding depth and character to the serene pachyderms. Versatile in function, each handcrafted piece cradles both incense sticks and cones with equal grace, releasing fragrant tendrils of smoke through the sacred lotus, a poetic nod to Thailand's rich spiritual heritage. Artisan Charoensri captures the elephant's gentle strength and the lotus's pure beauty in these wonderful accessories that bring tranquility to any space.