Mandarin Duck Original Hand Carved Wood Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-10596 Using sterling silver

Using sterling silver

this extraordinary octopus captivates with the blue iridescence of a Mabe pearl

the wind chimes are crafted by hand

The aloof demeanor these world-class guardians present to outsiders belies the playfulness

The motifs are a superb example of fine aari embroidery

Mandarin Duck Original Hand Carved Wood Sculpture _artisan--novica-artisan-10596 Using sterling silverNative to the mountains of China, the mandarin duck is one of the world's most beautiful birds. Nengah Sudarsana depicts the magnificent male in its extravagant breeding feathers. He works in albesia wood, first sculpting the piece, then meticulously painting it by hand in lifelike colors. materials: Albesia wood Signed by the artist 5 in. H x 9. 75 in. W x 4. 3 in. D