 Candle, 'Elephant Ride'
$29.95
A mahout rides his charge through dense rainforest, accompanied by excited visitors. In Thailand's elephant camps, these visitors can experience the magnificent animals close up and can even ride on their strong backs. Elephants are an important part of Thai culture and the Thai way of life; they have always been a symbol of both power and peace. Chaiyong Prasertpan brilliantly portrays the scene on a decorative candle. He first researches his subject, because each of his candles is based on legends, stories or ancient art. After making a detailed sketch, he sculpts the piece in oily clay mixed with beeswax; from this model he casts a silicone mold, which he fills with molten wax and pigments. Because the colors may fade over time, Prasertpan recommends the candle be lit within one month after purchase. |
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 Incense sticks and dish, 'Lavender Rose' (2 box sets)
$24.95
Lavender's discreet sweet aroma will bring calm and relaxation in the form of these scented incense sticks. A turtle, image of unperturbed serenity, comes along on a lotus petal - an ideal incense holder. Sirinart Bongkotmas prepares each stick from bamboo and sawdust, as well as the desired aromatic materials. She then presents the set in elegant saa paper boxes, each holding 40 incense sticks. |
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 Soapstone candleholders, 'Purple Terrapins' (pair)
$34.95
Carrying tea lights in their rounded shells, two purple terrapins are cheerful figures. Kuldeep Sirohi carves whimsical candleholders from soapstone, revealing its intriguing colors. He details the face, feet and shell motifs in low relief. |
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 Candle, 'Sleeping Narayana'
$52.95
Narayana stretches out to sleep on his throne beneath the sea. While the Hindu god sleeps, all is well and the world is happy. But if evil poses a threat, he flies to the rescue, carried by the strong wings of Garuda, who has the face of an eagle but the body of a human. Portrayed in relief on an exquisite candle, the figures are created in ancient Khmer style. A design by Vatcharee Sritrakul, the candle features two wicks. It arrives in a gift box of saa (mulberry) paper. |
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 Candles, 'King of the Forest' (pair)
$28.95
Kneeling elephants salute by lifting their trunks. The magnificent animals wear royal silks and harnesses and are depicted in glowing silver. Chaiyong Prasertpan crafts this exquisite pair of Thai symbols as candles. He first researches his subject, because each of his candles is based on legends, stories or ancient art. After making a detailed sketch, he sculpts the piece in oily clay mixed with beeswax; from this model he casts a silicone mold, which he fills with molten wax and pigments. Because the colors may fade over time, Prasertpan recommends the candles be lit within one month after purchase. |
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 Incense sticks and dish, 'Lavender Lime' (2 box sets)
$28.95
Lavender's discreet sweet aroma will bring calm and relaxation in the form of these scented incense sticks. A turtle, image of unperturbed serenity, comes along on a lotus petal - an ideal incense holder. Sirinart Bongkotmas prepares each stick from bamboo and sawdust, as well as the desired aromatic materials. She then presents the set in elegant saa paper boxes, each holding 40 incense sticks. |
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 Ceramic candleholders, 'Frog Wardens' (pair)
$34.95
Two loyal tiny frogs appear like vigilant sentinels guarding these candleholders. Finely detailed, they are crafted by hand of ceramic from Putu Oka Mahendra. In Bali, frogs are regarded as symbols of good luck and fertility, for they arrive along with the rains to ensure a good harvest. |
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 Celadon ceramic candleholders, 'Jade Fish Motif' (pair)
$74.95
Swirling fins undulate in a cool jade sea. Painted by hand, they cover a pair of candleholders from Thatsanee and Ramphan. Their exquisite design is painstakingly crafted in the traditional celadon technique with its hallmark crackled finish. |
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 Iron candleholder, 'Proud as a Peacock'
$104.95
With a rustle of feathers, he fans out his magnificent tail and proudly turns this way and that. Thus the peacock catches the fancy of his peahens. Marco Polo creates the elegant bird of lacquered iron with a rustic finish. Designed to be displayed on the wall, it glows with the light of five candles (not included). |
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 Wood candleholder, 'Respect'
$68.95
The king of the jungle kneels obediently for his master. The mighty elephant is realistically depicted in a candleholder from Vatcharee Sritrakul. Carved by hand from mango wood, it features bamboo tusks and a steel candle dish. Elephants hold a revered place in Thailand where their enormous size, yet seemingly gentle, sensitive natures and tremendous intelligence inspire fascination. |
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 Incense and holder, 'Elephant Parade'
$29.95
Cheerful elephants parade through a forest of palm trees; they hold a revered place in Thai society and appear in many proverbs and sayings. The golden pachyderms adorn a mango wood incense holder. Hand-crafted by Vatcharee Sritrakul, the piece includes 15 opium-scented incense sticks and is presented in a saa (mulberry) paper box. |
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 Ceramic candleholders, 'Happy Elephants' (pair)
$37.95
Seeming to smile, elephants trumpet their good humor. Kittikorn works in ceramic to create a pair of happy pachyderms wearing regal silks and harnesses. They carry candle cups on their backs to illuminate any setting with Thai style. |
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 Soapstone candleholders, 'Turtle Twins'
$27.95
Cheerful terrapins carry tea lights in their shells as they walk steadily toward their goal. Hand-carved of soapstone, these turtle twins by Gulam Rasool make delightful candleholders. |
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 Ceramic candleholder, 'Watchdog'
$32.95
Always alert, a white watchdog brings light to the house. Num Chaiyasien fashions the loyal canine as a ceramic candleholder. A crackled glaze brings visual appeal to the original design. |
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 Teak candleholders, 'Elephant Pals' (pair)
$37.95
Sculpted of teakwood, cheerful elephants greet one another with uplifted trunks. Each playful pachyderm holds a floral tea light candle (included). Plake Kijfuangfoo carves each one by hand with Thai style. |
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 Ceramic candleholders, 'Yoke Frog' (pair)
$24.95
Alluring pair of ceramic candleholders featuring delicately detailed Yoke frogs, considered by some to be augurs of good fortune. Putu Oka Mahendra hand-shapes these extraordinary candleholders with astute brilliance in memory of his mother. |
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 Candle, 'Nature Scene'
$28.95
Frolicking deep in the rainforest, pachyderms of all ages appear in bas relief. A symbol of Thailand, elephants were prized by royalty, and white elephants were destined for the king's personal use. Chaiyong Prasertpan crafts this delightful scene on a candle with two wicks. He first researches his subject, because each of his candles is based on legends, stories or ancient art. After making a detailed sketch, he sculpts the piece in oily clay mixed with beeswax; from this model he casts a silicone mold, which he fills with molten wax and pigments. Because the colors may fade over time, Prasertpan recommends the candle be lit within one month after purchase. |
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 Ceramic candleholders, 'Elephant Bow' (pair)
$34.95
Kneeling with reverent bow, two young elephants bring with them the glowing light of tradition. Kittikorn designs this graceful pair, cast of ceramic and beautifully detailed. Embellished with brown accents, they each carry a candle. Kittikorn uses modern-day kilns and tools to recreate the ceramic artistry made famous by Sawankaloke artisans since the 12th century, in central Thailand. They used special kilns that were partially underground and reached such high temperatures it took days before the items had cooled enough for the artisans to handle. Kittikorn works with local clays and after hand-painting the item, he uses a glaze of feldspar and longan wood ashes dissolved in water. |
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 Incense sticks and dish, 'Lavender Green' (2 box sets)
$27.95
Lavender's discreet sweet aroma will bring calm and relaxation in the form of these scented incense sticks. A turtle, image of unperturbed serenity, comes along on a lotus petal - an ideal incense holder. Sirinart Bongkotmas prepares each stick from bamboo and sawdust, as well as the desired aromatic materials. She then presents the set in elegant saa paper boxes, each holding 40 incense sticks. |
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 Candle with holder, 'Butterfly Light'
$19.95
This stunning butterfly spreads its pink and black wings in absolute splendor. Perfectly detailed, the wings feature ornate pinewood beads tied to the four wicks on either wing. Kasarin presents her original design on a custom-made ceramic tray. Please note the butterfly is divided in two halves, which are not attached to the tray. Please remember to remove wood beads before lighting. |
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 Ceramic candleholder, 'Lazy Frog'
$67.95
Reclining on his back, a fat frog holds a candle in his rotund tummy. The latticed ceramic bubble filters candlelight and protects the flame. Candles are important for Buddhists in northern Thailand villages, where they are lit for people who must travel far away. A candle set before an image of Buddha is thought to give the traveler more courage and high spirits. Num Chaiyasien crafts this charming piece by hand. He collects the clay himself from local quarries. He then grinds and sifts it to remove impurities, and mixes it with water. After the clay reposes overnight, Chaiyasien shapes the piece and fires it at 900�C (1,652�F) for 12 hours. It cools for eight hours before he finishes it with paint and lacquer. Clean with a dry cloth. |
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 Ceramic candleholder, 'White Elephant'
$32.95
Poised on powerful legs, a white elephant brings light to the house. Num Chaiyasien fashions the regal creature as a ceramic candleholder. A crackled glaze brings visual appeal to the original design. |
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 Celadon ceramic candleholders, 'Spring Birds' (pair)
$89.95
At Thatsanee and Ramphan's ceramic studio, new artisan-apprentices learn to hand-paint traditional decorative scenes on pre-glazed celadon ceramics. The final piece is then re-fired to set the one-of-a-kind paintings. This set candleholders is lavishly decorated with spring flowers. |
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 Incense sticks and dish, 'Naturally Alive' (3 box sets)
$34.95
Lavender's discreet sweet aroma will bring calm and relaxation in the form of these scented incense sticks. A turtle, image of unperturbed serenity, comes along on a lotus petal - an ideal incense holder. Sirinart Bongkotmas prepares each stick from bamboo and sawdust, as well as the desired aromatic materials. She then presents the set in elegant saa paper boxes, each holding 40 incense sticks. |
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 Candle, 'Warm Family'
$57.95
Depicted in realistic relief, a family of elephants cavorts in the jungle. They grace an extraordinary candle, molded by hand. Elephants hold a revered place in Thailand. Their enormous size, yet seemingly gentle, sensitive natures and tremendous intelligence elicit fascination from Thai people. Crafted by Vatcharee Sritrakul, the candle features three wicks. It arrives in a gift box of saa (mulberry) paper. |
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 Ceramic candleholder, 'White Monkey'
$32.95
Always alert, a white monkey brings light to the house. Num Chaiyasien fashions the agile animal as a ceramic candleholder. A crackled glaze brings visual appeal to the original design. |
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 Silver and bronze candleholders, 'Elephant Twins' (pair)
$29.95
Coated with burnished silver, elephant twins become regal candleholders. Sukaenah casts the figures in bronze and bathes them in sterling silver for a feeling of elegance. .925 rating silver This hand-crafted product may present miniscule pores that are imprinted from the casting process. |
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