Novica Squirrel
Wood chess set, 'Ramayana Squirrels'
Bajing means "squirrel" in Balinese, an animal cleverly depicted in the lateral adornments of this hand-crafted chess set. The table rests atop fish legs, while the 32 playing pieces are actually characters from the Ramayana, the most famous of all Hindu epics.
Wood chess set, 'Buddha and Squirrels'
Opposing Buddha figures meet over a checkered plateau accompanied by scurrying Bajing (squirrels), their encounter a sample of hand-carved excellence. Working with local kepelan wood, Ketut Sandi details each piece with delicate accuracy and dynamic ease.
Iron welcome sign, 'Squirrel's Happy Welcome'
Flicking his bushy tail, a frisky squirrel chatters a welcome. J. Blas sculpts the cheerful creature in elaborate detail to adorn an original welcome sign. He first cuts the sheets of forged iron to size and hammers them into a three-dimensional shape.
PInewood picture frame, 'Golden Forest' (5x7)
Stylized branches reach leafy fronds toward the sky where exotic birds perch amid the foliage. On the rain forest floor, squirrels play a game of tag. Working in the silk screen technique, Maetee applies golden motifs to a pinewood picture frame.
Pinewood picture frame, 'Emerald Forest' (5x7)
Playful squirrels race through the rain forest, revelling in its emerald splendor. Towering overhead, mighty trees reach out branches of jade. Working in the silk screen technique, Maetee applies the motifs to a pinewood picture frame. It displays a 5x7 inch photo with Thai style.
Miniature paintings, 'Count the Sheep' (diptych)
Wrapped in heavy coats of wool, adult sheep calmly graze in a country field. N.K. Soni paints two enchanting animal portraits in the style of ancient Rajasthan. Using colors derived from crushed stones, he executes the fine lines by hand using a paintbrush of fine squirrel hair.