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Floral motifs surround an elegant om symbol in this hand-carved wood wall relief. Om is a sacred symbol and mantra for Buddhist and Hindu traditions alike, associated with wellness and rejuvenation. It is crafted by Bali's Made Mulyani, who comes from a family of artisans.

Hand-made in Indonesia and signed by the artisan, this suar wood sculpture is presented by Eka in the form of omkara, or "om." This is one of the most important spiritual symbols of the Hindu religion and can be found throughout many ancient texts, prayers, and ceremonies.

Putu Gede Darmawan designs a spectacular men's ring to highlight the Hindu Omkara symbol. Known as Om or Aum, omkara is the root of all sounds, emitted as a mantra during meditation. It is believed all desires will vanish thus attaining self-realization and the highest of knowledge. This one letter symbolizes the Most Highest in the Hindu pantheon, representing every kind of trinity such as Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva, Past-Present-Future, Birth-Life-Death, Creation-Preservation-Destruction, and Waking-Dreaming-Deep Sleep. Black resin accentuates the motif.

.925 Sterling silver

Indonesian artisan Eka draws inspiration from her wonderful children, working with local artisans to create beautiful works of art. She presents this wall relief, which is hand-carved from local suar wood to depict the om symbol surrounded by floral motifs. Om carries great importance in both Buddhist and Hindu traditions, associated with wellness and rejuvenation.

This lovely Buddha's head is from talented Balinese artisan Made Mulyani. Carved by hand from native suar wood, the intricate detailing of Buddha's tightly curled coils and peaceful expression is truly remarkable. Buddha wears an urna in the middle of his forehead, which is a symbol of seeing into the divine world. The statuette has a beautiful natural finish, with the grain of the wood accentuating the peaceful aura of the statuette.