handmade things

The imposing presence of Naga Basukih, the immortal gigantic dragon, inspires this mask by Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family. Menacing, symmetrical features strike a mood of terror, belying the protective nature of this creature. According to legend, the Naga is the guardian of humanity and highly revered by the Balinese people.

A meaningful gift, "This sculpture expresses love and sharing," says Eka of this exquisite statuette. It is carved by hand from suar wood featuring fluid lines that convey the essence of natural harmony.

Open hands offer a welcoming gesture in this suar wood catchall from Bali. Wayan Rendah creates the catchall, carving it by hand and giving it a natural finish that highlights the grain of the wood. It's ready to hold your keys, spare change, or jewelry.

From the many things that make this adorable sea turtle sculpture by Bali’s Made Arsa truly remarkable, one stands out: its original base crafted from natural benalu or parasite wood. This exceptional material is formed by a plant that attaches to a tree's bark and creates a distinctive, mushroom-like structure, resulting in a base that is unparalleled and one-of-a-kind. The sea turtle figure, which is handmade from jempinis wood and adorned with fabulous hand-painted colors, perches elegantly on this captivating base bringing together the natural and artistic elements in perfect harmony.

When you think about it, dolphins are really torn between two worlds. They live underwater but they have to surface to breathe. Dolphins are honored for their brains and beauty in this set of four ornaments by Komang Sri. Coconut shell is hand-carved and painted with gold-toned floral and stripe motifs.