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M. Ayub conjures a garden of mystical beauty and exuberant artistry in the design of this extraordinary jewelry box. He carves the relief work by hand from a single block of seasoned walnut wood with exquisite detailed finesse. The box is lined with velvet and features a removable tray. The box also features a secret locking mechanism and can be opened by sliding the lower front panel of the box to the right side.
You can find our walnut wood jewelry box 'Mystical Garden' by M. Ayub in jewelry boxes categories such as Nature Boxes and Wood Boxes. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Preserving Traditions
Carving walnut wood is a passion for M. Ayub. He loves every aspect of this traditional art that was taught to him as a boy. A single piece can take many years for him to create; the wood must be gathered and carefully preserved before the carving can even begin. Once carved, it must be hand-rubbed with an agate stone to produce a beautiful refined finish. M. Ayub finds that many younger people do not have the patience for this craft and he fears that it is a dying art. He is dedicated to encouraging and motivating others to continue this magnificent Indian traditional craft and he stands ready to teach those willing to learn.
Enabling Education
M. Ayub proudly provides for the education of his son and daughter.
"No artificial colour is ever used on my walnut products. They are rubbed with agate stone before a wax polish is applied. It is a colossal investment in terms of time and dedication."
The artistry of M. Ayub has been featured in Family magazine.I was born in 1965, in the valley of Kashmir known for its rich tradition of master... read more