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In designing this traditional spirit house, Thai artisan Jaifah Aksornsri draws inspiration from the architectural styles of temples from the ancient Lanna kingdom. It is customary for people in Thailand to build a san phra poom, or "guardian spirit house" when they finish building their own house. A Buddhist ceremony takes place, inviting a protective spirit to live inside the small house. These spirit houses are believed to bring luck, happiness, success, and security to those within the home. Handcrafted from wood, red stairs lead to a spirit house that is given a bronze-tone finish with colorful mirrored glass accents.
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A great product. Fabulous and Amazing!
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I purchased this to go with my collection of Jaifah Aksornsris work. I really enjoy looking at my collection.
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When I saw this, I just had to purchase it to go along with my tea light holders and the large candle holder. I admire Jaifah Aksornsri artistic ability.
You can find our wood spirit house 'Lanna Temple' (11.5 inch) by Jaifah Aksornsri in sculpture categories such as Protection Sculpture, Cultural Sculpture, Buddhism Sculpture, East meets West Sculpture and Glass Sculpture. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Empowering Women
The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.
Preserving Traditions
Growing up, Jaifah was surrounded with Thai antiques and artisan designs that her parents collected and made. From her mother and other artisans, she learned the traditional techniques that she uses to produce the high-quality wood and metal designs her workshop is known for. She has taught these techniques to many of the artisans that work with her. She hopes that someday her children will want to continue this work but, so far, they have shown little interest in pursuing it.
Enabling Education
Jaifah and her husband are actively involved in their children's education. They encourage not only their studies but all of the extracurricular activities that interest them.
Caring for Children
Jaifah provides for her children the same sort of loving family environment that she grew up in.
Job Creator
Jaifah is able to provide jobs for other artisans in her workshop.
"This is my talent. I don't know where my skill and love for it comes from. My heart says it's because I've seen and been involved with my parents' work since I was young."