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Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu, embodied reason and virtue throughout his adventures on Earth. Challenged with unexpected tragedies and moral dilemmas, the deity remained righteous and wise, receiving the title of Ideal Man. Inspired by the divinity's story, Javanese artisan Gunadi handcrafts a pule wood mask with intricate motifs made using batik techniques, all honoring the charming image of Rama. As a mystic touch, the artisan adds a bird-themed crown to the piece, symbolizing the sacred circle of life and death.

Warming pastel shades of orange, pink, brown, and milk white come together wonderfully in this silk fan inspired by the gorgeous wildlife found around Mount Parang in western Indonesia. Melati's Collection in Bali presents the hand crafted silk batik fan, which features a smooth pinewood handle.

This fascinating wall mask portrays the revered Hindu goddess Sita, who stands as the central female figure in the ancient epic, the Ramayana, and is the consort of Rama, the avatar of the god Vishnu. Through the intricate technique of batik, where wax-resist dyeing is employed, the exquisite mask by Javanese artisan Gunadi comes to life on a canvas of black wadang wood beautifully adorned with a mesmerizing interplay of vibrant motifs and colors.

Delicate glass leaves in sunny yellow and fresh green dance from an albesia wood frame, transforming gentle breezes into soft, melodic notes that drift through your garden. This handcrafted wind chime brings nature's symphony to life as each leaf-shaped piece responds to the slightest air movement, creating peaceful harmonies that make any patio, balcony or yard feel like a serene sanctuary. Bali’s Sindhu Nata creates a lovely accessory that turns your outdoor moments into a naturally orchestrated retreat.

Monarch butterflies pose a challenge to all the intellectual minds around the world with this chess set handcrafted in Bali. Artisan Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya uses Keruing, crocodile and jempinis wood to create this precious game that includes a foldable board that also works as a storage box for the pieces, featuring little straps for a handy touch. As a magical accent, Gusti hand-paints colorful floral and butterfly motifs around the board, symbolizing change and hope.