Delicate details of an ocean adventure with turtle, sea and sky hand painted with care on mahogany evoke peace and calm. Treasures may be safely kept within.
The work involved in making this has to come from the heart. I'm so grateful to the family who does this work. I was able to gift this to a dear friend with a soft spot for elephants. It's a beautiful work of art.
"It's all up to chance – it's up there in the air and you just have to grab it. If I hadn't, I would still be selling food."
"My name is Nantana Sompamitre and you can call me 'Nan.' I was born on May 1, 1950 in a calm and peaceful village in northern Thailand. My... read more
The Summer Catalog
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.