wood carving religious

Blooming in splendid beauty, hibiscus blossoms bring their tropical allure to an extraordinary cross. Finding expression in native suar wood, Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family carves a lovely symbol of the Christian faith. The artisan carries on the extraordinary art work of her late father, Nyoman Subrata.

Painted in a monochrome palette, this handcrafted Buddha sculpture exudes serenity. Ketut Bungkling in Bali creates the albesia wood sculpture, which also features a lotus blossom that symbolizes enlightenment. The egg-shaped sculpture arrives on a golden wood base.

Working in suar wood, Sarwaedi creates an inspirational wall sculpture in low relief. A beautiful angel stands on a lotus blossom in this original work of woodcarving art.

Carved from a piece of Balinese bamboo root with acacia wood accents, this charming figurine depicts a duck dressed as Santa Claus. Susi Santi creates this cheerful image, painted red and accented with a fabric hat and trim.

Inspired by Hindu culture, Sarwaedi hand-carves a stunning puzzle box from suar wood. Perfect for holding valuable items, this charming item comes in a graceful natural tone that enhances the sacred image of the god Ganesh.

The Hindu lord with an elephant head graces the lid of a suar wood box. By Eka, this decorative box holds a secret. Four pieces link together like a puzzle to hide personal treasures inside, guarded by the auspicious Ganesha.

The OM symbol, representing all sounds and symbolizing the essence of the universe, is nestled among frangipani blossoms in this magnificent hand carved suar wood wall relief panel by Balinese artisan Seji Taram.

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 high 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.