NOVICA Handmade Wood Relief Panel Suar Moonmotif Brown Indonesia Wall Decor Panels Leaf Tree Sun [15.75in H x 7.75in W x 0.8in D] 'Moon Over Garden'

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• Size: 15.75 in. H x 7.75 in. W x 0.8 in. D
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Made Mulyani to craft this item
• Product info: Suar wood

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Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Designed by Made Mulyani, this relief panel is inspired by the beauty of fall evenings. The Balinese artisan crafts the panels from local suar wood, hand carving a crescent moon motif alongside an openwork tree. Finally, a polished finish gives the moon and his leafy companion a subtle glow. Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly|Signed by the artistAbout our Artist: 'I was born in 1975 to a wood carver family in a small rural area on the island of Bali. Our family was underprivileged, and I wasn't able to continue my studies after graduating from senior high school. In 2002, there was a very difficult moment in my life. I was starting a small shop in the market with a bank loan. Suddenly, a bomb exploded in Bali's tourist area! People suffered a lot because most work is dependent on tourism. Bali became so quiet, and no visitors or customers came. I think this was the toughest time in my whole life. My island is rich in artistry, so my family taught me to make sculptures. I started by watching them carving wood at home. I was excited with the final results and worked hard at learning how to create them. By creating these beautifully detailed sculptures and masks, we'd like to introduce our traditional culture to the world. I hope our sales will grow and people worldwide will come to know our culture.'