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A young man and a young woman are locked in an endless kiss as eternal as youthful love itself. The fluid abstract form of this piece is a remarkable example of the superb skills of Wayan Rendah and the harmonious integration of modern art and Balinese traditional arts. Crafted with passion and dedication, this suar wood carving is a delightful and romantic piece to contemplate and enjoy.

Air bubbles dance in a hypnotic procession around this translucent paperweight. Imbued with milky white light, the effect is captivating. The Seguso Family crafts the piece by hand with the legendary blown glass techniques of Murano, Italy.

The presence of air bubbles accentuates the nature of the traditional hand blown crafting process, making each piece unique.

Lithe flowing curves in an abstract conception create a magical effect in this stunning piece, exhibiting Wayan Rendah's mastery over his art. The sculpture mirrors the indivisible love between two people whose joined hands symbolize a profound spiritual union. The oval forms also evoke the intertwined symbol of infinity, adding a timeless quality to this spectacular piece.

Buddha sits serenely in the Samadhi Mudra position, lost in contemplative meditation. This beautifully wrought wood sculpture is hand-carved by Ketut Seji, wife of the late Balinese artisan Ketut Taram, who continues his carving legacy.

In an amazing display of his eye for detail and steady hand, Wayan Rendah carves accacia wood into an incredibly realistic portrayal of a poisonous cobra. The serpent's arched head and coiled tail reveal its strength and charisma in a powerful way. In Bali, the cobra is considered a holy serpent, often portrayed in the company of Siwa, the god of balance. Siwa is one of the three gods in Bali that governs birth, life and death. Siwa is often shown with a cobra that rests on his head and around his neck while he peacefully sits in a meditative state.

Thailand's Artid Prommuang presents a beautiful teak wood sculpture depicting an array of floral patterns in low relief. teak wood is a sturdy, tropical hardwood used in boat-making by cultures around the world for more than 2000 years. This elegant hand-carved panel is mounted on a dark teak wood base using iron rods and stands up on its own.