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Jayaprana and Layonsari are forever reunited in this hand-carved backgammon set by Ketut Sandi. According to legend, the king was mad with desire for Layonsari, and so had her husband, Jayaprana, killed. Rather than submit to the monarch, Layonsari killed herself, and joined her beloved husband in heaven. The artisan's expertise is evident in the detailed and expressive images of the eternal lovers. He uses manual tools to carve the portraits from native cempaka wood. The checkers and dice are all carved by hand as well; the lighter pieces are carved from the external part of the wood.

A long tradition has given Wayan Rendah a lesson of pride for his Balinese heritage and a heart for the little details that make life enjoyable. These two things inspire him to hand-carve this set of two suar wood sculptures, whose motifs portray a couple wearing the island's classic garments—a symbol of culture but also enduring love.

A couple dressed in traditional Balinese attire sits side by side in prayer and meditation. Artisan Wayan Rendah’s exceptional pair of sculptures is meticulously carved by hand from local suar wood and polished to bring an extra touch of radiance to these striking creations.

Forming a heart shape as they clasp hands, a newly wedded husband and wife decorate the top of this sculpture from Bali. Eka presents this sculpture, which is hand-carved from natural suar wood to feature a wavy form.

Celebrate love with an exceptional hand-carved suar wood sculpture by Bali’s Nyoman Sudiana. Capturing the essence of a couple on their wedding day, this abstract artwork portrays the bride holding a delightful bouquet while locked in a tender embrace with her groom. The sculpture's exquisite craftsmanship is evident in its intricate details and the rich natural grain showcased by the beautiful finish. Add a touch of romance to your space with this timeless and endearing decorative accent.

Love is in the air with this delightful sculpture hand carved from suar wood in Bali. This unique artwork skillfully encapsulates the very essence of a couple's engagement day, portraying the intimate moment of the groom delicately slipping the ring onto the bride-to-be's finger, their hands tenderly resting on a heart-shaped base. Created by Nyoman Sudiana, this décor accessory boasts remarkable hand-carved details, allowing the wood's natural grain to reveal its true magnificence. The splendid polished finish imparts an air of sophistication to this charming decorative accent, making it a perfect homage to the beauty of love.

Facing each other, Sita proves her chastity to her husband surrounded by fire and a lotus flower, symbol of their divinity. Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family details the monarchs with mesmerizing artistry as he carves the wall panel from crocodile wood. She finds inspiration in a passage from the Ramayana that tells how Rama begins to doubt Sita's loyalty after he has rescued her from the evil king. A loving wife, Sita offers to be set on fire to prove her innocence. Rama accepts and watches how, after the fire is consumed, Sita walks away unscathed, thus proving her love to him.

The artisan carries on the extraordinary art work of her late father, Nyoman Subrata.