statuette

Ketut Parwati from Indonesia, who specializes in intricate wire work, designs this adorable chicken statuette with a bright cock's comb. The Balinese artisan handcrafts the statuette from steel, painting its features with a copper color and red, brown and gold accents.

An ancient Buddhist monk in abstract form is the theme for artisan Kantinan's unparalleled statuette crafted by hand in Thailand. The monk's body and arms are made from iron and his robe is crafted from brass with hand-painted details that give it an enchanting rustic finish.

A striking statuette is crafted by hand from recycled scrap depicting a tailor busy at work. The unique art piece is designed by Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez and features a rustic finish from the natural metallic color of the auto parts which have been treated with a light coat of enamel for a subtle shine.

Entitled "Market Woman Return II" by Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph, we see depicted a woman holding her basket under her arm. Rather than balancing it on her head as she would do if it were full and she were beginning the selling of her wares, her curved posture suggests the fatigue felt at the end of a hard day. The viewer senses a tangible identification on the part of the artist for the plight of the African woman and, by extension, for the toils and tribulations of all women.

Taking an average of four days to create each sculpture, Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph carefully assembles pre-prepared metal plates and objects he has found and fuses them with arc welding materials. An application of a clear varnish protects the piece and adds a gleaming, elegant finish.

Witness the artistry of Mexico's Armando Ramirez as he ingeniously creates a captivating statuette from recycled auto parts and scrap metal, portraying a couple taking their daughter by the hand. Skillfully varnished for a subtle gleam, this one-of-a-kind creation not only embodies sustainability but also serves as a distinctive decorative statement for those who champion eco-conscious living.

A robotic hand flashes the peace symbol in this whimsical sculpture by Armando Ramirez. Recycling a variety of materials, the Mexican artisan creates a very original statuette. The hand is crafted of sheet metal, tubes and wire, and spark plugs appear as fingers.

Ramírez does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.