Animals
Candle with holder, 'Butterfly Light'
This stunning butterfly spreads its pink and black wings in absolute splendor. Perfectly detailed, the wings feature ornate pinewood beads tied to the four wicks on either wing. Kasarin presents her original design on a custom-made ceramic tray.
Ceramic candleholder, 'Lazy Frog'
Reclining on his back, a fat frog holds a candle in his rotund tummy. The latticed ceramic bubble filters candlelight and protects the flame. Candles are important for Buddhists in northern Thailand villages, where they are lit for people who must travel far away.
Ceramic candleholder, 'White Elephant'
Poised on powerful legs, a white elephant brings light to the house. Num Chaiyasien fashions the regal creature as a ceramic candleholder. A crackled glaze brings visual appeal to the original design.
Celadon ceramic candleholders, 'Spring Birds' (pair)
At Thatsanee and Ramphan's ceramic studio, new artisan-apprentices learn to hand-paint traditional decorative scenes on pre-glazed celadon ceramics. The final piece is then re-fired to set the one-of-a-kind paintings.
Incense sticks and dish, 'Naturally Alive' (3 box sets)
Lavender's discreet sweet aroma will bring calm and relaxation in the form of these scented incense sticks. A turtle, image of unperturbed serenity, comes along on a lotus petal - an ideal incense holder.
Candle, 'Warm Family'
Depicted in realistic relief, a family of elephants cavorts in the jungle. They grace an extraordinary candle, molded by hand. Elephants hold a revered place in Thailand.
Ceramic candleholder, 'White Monkey'
Always alert, a white monkey brings light to the house. Num Chaiyasien fashions the agile animal as a ceramic candleholder. A crackled glaze brings visual appeal to the original design.
Silver and bronze candleholders, 'Elephant Twins' (pair)
Coated with burnished silver, elephant twins become regal candleholders. Sukaenah casts the figures in bronze and bathes them in sterling silver for a feeling of elegance. .
Saa paper parasol, 'Raining Elephants'
This umbrella features golden elephants, hand-painted with on a pink and violet batik-like saa paper background. Nikom creates umbrellas of locally available saa paper, further embellished with bamboo spines and hand-painted with intricate designs.
Wood chess set, 'King Lion'
Guarded by fierce lions, this chess board proposes a challenge of intellect between figures of mythical origin. Ketut Sandi's mastery is evident in the sublime detailing of the pieces and the ornate presentation of the classic game, as he executes a work of artistic finesse.