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Artisan Crafted Cotton and Wood Display Doll, "Storyteller Hippo"

Product ID: 112006

Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya creates a mythical hippo that tells stories filled with fantasy and color. This entertaining hippo is carved of crocodile wood... more

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Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya creates a mythical hippo that tells stories filled with fantasy and color. This entertaining hippo is carved of crocodile wood and dressed in cotton ikat robe.

  • 0.43 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • 47.7 cm H x 36 cm W x 6.5 cm D
  • 18.75" H x 14.25" W x 2.6" D
  • Folded: 25 cm H x 12.8 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • Folded: 9.75" H x 5" W x 4.1" D

  • Crocodile wood and 100% cotton
  • Base included
  • Not a toy. Not intended for use by children age 12 or under.
  • Signed by the artist
  • Made in Indonesia
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Indonesiaicon info
  • Product ID: 112006
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya
Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya

Bali and Java

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happytobehere

From minnesota/USA

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Sep 02, 2016

“Fun item for my bookcase”

This hippo has joined a few other of his friends on my bookcase. A very fun place for storyteller animals!

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tHe rAt

From Harbeson, DE

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Oct 26, 2021

“Mr, hippo”

Beautifully crafted

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WILFREDO

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Jul 21, 2021

“Great Gift”

Got this as a Gift for a Friend and she loved it well made and heavy ! great piece thank you

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LiliKai

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Oct 02, 2024

“Added to my collection”

Every now and then you come across something that blows your mind. I cannot seem to get enough of the Gustis artwork! I purchased this for my collection of his work!

Purchased Item Butterfly Turtle, Turtle Shaped Decorative Box with Butterfly Images

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

“This is a cherished heirloom…”

As with the wooden doll, spiritual seeker, this is to a mystical creation. My husband continues to comment on the skills and imagination it took to create such a piece. Again, many thanks. If any one is considering purchasing one of Gusti creations, the answer is an overwhelming YES!!!

We like to look at, just have it in our home I can see people using it to meditate with It’s a relic, truly This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday
Purchased Item Lotus Buddha, Unique Wood Sculpture

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Therese

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Jul 21, 2024

“True serenity with a little mischievousness!”

Splendid, splendid, and splendid! The craftsmanship, details. The figure is magical. This “companion s” being is, well, magical! To the artist, a million thanks for putting his visions of beauty into the world.

Well, to admire the beauty of Not only that, but all the beautiful colors and imagines This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday
Purchased Item The Mystic Hermit, Cultural Wood Decorative Display Doll

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Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in wood and additional labor for production.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Gusti now has artisan assistants who help with the hand-painting of his designs. Each of these assistants works from home.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

In addition to supporting his three children, Gusti also cares for a foster child.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Gusti pays for the education of his three children and his foster child.

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"At school, my drawing skill was above average. I also took a part-time job finishing and adding colour to art products."

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