 Silver purse, 'Floral Allure'
$374.95
now
on sale! $337.46
Hand-crafted by Poy Intha, this purse features an elaborate pattern where tiny kanok flowers become resplendent as their petals play with rays of light. An engraved border complements the sophisticated elegance of the purse as Intha blends past vogue with contemporary allure. Certain to become a beloved heirloom, this purse makes a unique gift to a special friend. Proud of her work, Intha describes the elaborate crafting process of this purse: "For this accessory, silver and a small amount of copper are placed in a crucible, then covered with another crucible and placed in the forge. When ready, some ground charcoal is blended into the molten alloy to prevent solid dross from forming when that mixture is poured out into a terracotta container. The silver obtained is beaten on an anvil into the desired shape with appropriate hammers. A mixture of oil and pitch is heated, and a coat of this mixture is applied on a wooden surface. Another coat of that mixture is applied to the bottom of the piece. The piece is affixed to the wooden surface and hand-detailed with chisels. Once engraved, the pieces are lightly reheated to remove the pitch and placed into a boiling acid bath to rinse out the impurities. The pieces are washed into a solution of washing powder and tamarind. Then the pieces are finely soldered to create this accessory. It is then washed again with water, left to dry in the sun and finally filed with a brass brush and polished it to a beautiful high sheen." In olden days, silver was reserved by low-ranking officials and commoners, where as gold was reserved for the king and the aristocracy. Gradually, silver became beloved by all, and besides its decorative and utilitarian purposes it was believed to bring good luck. Now silver utensils are to be found as collectors' items only in well-to-do households or in very skilled Thai silversmiths' shops. |
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 Silver purse, 'Kanok Elegance'
$314.95
now
on sale! $283.46
Small kanok flowers grace a sterling silver trellis as Ploy Intha gradually transforms it into a refined purse. And engraved border complements the sophisticated elegance of the purse as Intha blends past vogue with contemporary allure. Infused with classic chic, this purse is certain to become an admired accessory. Proud of her work, Intha describes the elaborate crafting process of this purse: "For this accessory, silver and a small amount of copper are placed in a crucible, then covered with another crucible and placed in the forge. When ready, some ground charcoal is blended into the molten alloy to prevent solid dross from forming when that mixture is poured out into a terracotta container. The silver obtained is beaten on an anvil into the desired shape with appropriate hammers. A mixture of oil and pitch is heated, and a coat of this mixture is applied on a wooden surface. Another coat of that mixture is applied to the bottom of the piece. The piece is affixed to the wooden surface and hand-detailed with chisels. Once engraved, the pieces are lightly reheated to remove the pitch and placed into a boiling acid bath to rinse out the impurities. The pieces are washed into a solution of washing powder and tamarind. Then the pieces are finely soldered to create this accessory, and a thin strap, which has been previously braided out of long strings, is attached to the completed item. It is then washed again with water, let to dry in the sun and finally filed with a brass brush and polished it to a beautiful high sheen." In olden days, silver was reserved by low-ranking officials and commoners, where as gold was reserved for the king and the aristocracy. Gradually, silver became beloved by all, and besides its decorative and utilitarian purposes it was believed to bring good luck. Now silver utensils are to be found as collectors' items or in very skilled Thai silversmiths' shops. |
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 Sterling silver purse, 'Flower of the North'
$479.95
now
on sale! $431.96
Sweet jasmine blossoms grow rampant under the argent moonlight of this exceptional sterling silver purse. Ploy Intha follows traditional techniques in the creation of this piece, delicately detailing the engraved Dok Mali (jasmine) to make a sophisticated accessory for elegant evenings. Ploy Intha takes care to outline the elaboration process. "The silver alloy is melted and poured into a terracotta container and when it sets the silversmith beats it with hammers into a sheet and cuts it into the desired shape. A coat of an oil and pitch mixture is spread over a wooden surface where the sheet is fixed before engraving it with chisels and nails and beaten into the desired curved shape. Once engraved, the piece is heated again to remove the pitch and placed into a bath of boiling acid to rinse out the impurities. The piece is rinsed in a tamarind, then in water, dried and filed with a small brass brush to be finally polished with a cloth." .925 silver rating. |
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 Sterling silver purse, 'Regal Peacock'
$579.95
now
on sale! $521.96
A proud peacock exhibits its argent feathers amidst a shower of tiny jasmine blossoms. This purse shines in sterling silver, entirely hand-crafted with remarkable detailed by skilled silversmiths. An expert silversmith herself, Ploy Intha is proud to present this purse, its sturdy handle a beautiful complement to the elegant accessory. This purse is ideal for stylish evenings out. To create the piece, the silver alloy is poured into a terracotta container. When the silver has set the artisan beats it with hammers into a sheet and cuts it into the desired shape. A coat of oil and pitch mixture is applied unto a wooden surface before setting the silver sheet to be engraved with chisels and nails. Once engraved, the piece is heated to remove the pitch and placed into a bath of boiling acid to rinse out the impurities. Then the silversmith shapes solid strings into various shapes, and solders them into the desired design. Once completed the piece is washed in tamarind solution and rinsed with water. Once dry, it is filed with a small brass brush and finally polished with a cloth. .925 silver. |
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 Sterling silver purse, 'Siamese Delight'
$529.95
now
on sale! $476.96
Elegant and modern concepts emerge in this unique silver purse. Ploy Intha demonstrates her profound knowledge and experience in the able design, as she delicately molds the piece to reflect natural Thai luster. Precise engravings offer a sense of floral rhythm, resulting in a sterling accessory for formal occasions. .925 rating silver. |
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