Hand Carved Wood Relief Panel, "Circle Balance"

Exquisite buds circle a full blown botan blossom, forming a floral medallion. Bordered by stately leaf motifs, this panel by Tay Nontawat is a tribute to Thailand's tropical flora. Nontawat sculpts the piece of teak wood, using hand tools, and joining two separate pieces of wood. After the panel dries in the sun, he adds the color and protects the piece with a coat of lacquer.

Each piece is crafted individually, and the artist incorporates the wood's rough texture into his designs.