shelf decor

Handcrafted of coconut shell and cement, this decorative bowl makes an elegant and dreamy addition to your home decor. It stands atop three legs, painted green on the outside and gold on the inside. Thailand's Somyot Sawasdee designs the bowl, working with a passion for ecological preservation.

Handcrafted of coconut shell and cement, this decorative bowl takes the shape of a chalice with spiked patterns. Standing atop three legs, the bowl is painted with a white and beige finish. Thailand's Somyot Sawasdee designs the bowl, working with a passion for ecological preservation.

A refined decorative dish from the imagination of Daeng Thanunchai. Dark borders tinged with green rotate with lacquered beauty, focusing attention upon the eggshell mosaic at the bottom. Lends a spectacular sense of Thai artistry to any décor. For decorative purposes only.

To complete this piece, coiled bamboo basketry is carved into the desired shape on a lathe. A mixture of lacquer - obtained from the Gluta usitata tree - and ashes of burnt rice paddy husks is then applied to the object. Upon exposure to air the mixture dries to form a watertight seal that is polished before another coat is applied. This process is repeated until a rigid base is formed, and a final polishing is executed with sandpaper. Then several coats of pure lacquer are painted on the object, with drying periods in between each coat.

Next, chicken or duck eggshells are thoroughly cleaned and spread out on paper towels to dry. Once dry, they are cracked into small pieces and arranged in a mosaic pattern. Then lacquer is once again applied to the piece and the shells are placed onto this fresh coat. The work is then lacquered twice, and once the lacquer is dry it is sanded in water until the eggshells slowly appear. The piece is finally washed with water and polished with powdered fired clay, resulting in an alluring gleam.

Daeng Thanunchai balances this decorative bamboo bowl with contrasting visual textures. The elegant external pattern of green on a black background illustrates the continual evolution of lacquer work in Northern Thailand. Mosaic eggshell patterns adorn the interior, resulting in a singular acquisition for the home.

Decorate an empty shelf or table with this lovely jar from Thai artisan Kanda. Hand crafted from ceramic, the jar features a large body with a fitted lid and a subtle yet energetic floral motif. The artisan glazes the vase in green celadon with an intriguing crackled finish.

Sporting golden shells, these turtles are perfect for treasuring keepsakes. Nantana Sompamitre carves the boxes from mango wood and decorates them with gold leaf accents.

With florid shells and elegant ornamentation, these turtles are perfect for treasuring keepsakes. Nantana Sompamitre carves the boxes from mango wood and decorates them by hand with Thailand's legendary lacquer artistry.

This adorable decorative turtle box from Thailand's Penpan is sure to add a bit of fun to your home. Crafted from celadon ceramic, the decorative case is an inventive creation, with the turtle's shell functioning as a removable lid.

Delicate pink flowers adorn the smooth shell of a diminutive turtle. Working with rain tree wood, Nantana Sompamitre crafts a charming box with Thailand's traditional lacquer art. In Thailand, turtles are symbols of good luck, revered for their longevity.

Carved from raintree wood, a delightful lacquer ware turtle couple is painted by hand with lovely floral motifs. Nantana Sompamitre creates this charming pair of decorative boxes. Each turtle's shell lifts up to reveal an interior for storing small items and valuables.

Intricately shaped like a delicate lotus leaf and adorned with a graceful dragonfly motif, this magnetic catchall evokes a sense of nature's beauty. Designed by Thai artisan Penpan and handcrafted using celadon ceramic, this unique accessory combines practicality and aesthetics. Perfectly suited for any cherished spot, be it a bedside table, vanity or living room shelf, it offers a stylish storage solution for your precious jewellery and treasured belongings while simultaneously enhancing the ambiance with its stunning presence.

Symbol of success and prosperity in some Asian countries, the crab makes a statement of marine elegance as a wall sculpture from Thailand. Somyot Sawasdee crafts the sculpture by hand recycling paper, expertly detailing the crab's ornate shell. The Thai artisan finishes the wall sculpture with green and gold paint, creating the illusion of an aged bronze piece. Features a hook on the back.