Product Description This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.
Product Features:
Add a touch of the exotic to your home decor with this 'Fiery Dragon' wood wall panel
Unique campaka wood board displays Ketut Sandi's expertise and imagination
Suar wood dragon fiercely protects the home
Recurrent theme of dragons in Balinese art underscores the legendary animal's divinity in their culture
The Story Behind the Art
'My name is Ketut Taram and I was born in the Gianyar regency, Bali, in 1967. I learned how to create my first sculpture from my older brother, Made Mudiawan. From 1975 until 1990 I worked primarily in suar wood. Then, from 1990 until 2000, I made the sculptures from sandalwood. Lately, I enjoy sculpturing with both. I began carving on my own in 1992; before I'd worked together with my older brother, saving until I had enough money to open my own workshop. There are five people working with me now. Balinese culture and tradition inspire my artwork. As the son of Wayan Kicen, a wood carver, it is easy and enjoyable for me to transfer my imagination into my work.'
The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.