Handmade Astrological Compass With Leather Case

Direct your spirit eastward by accenting your home or office with this unique astrological compass. This beautiful piece features a functional magnetic compass modeled in the traditional Chinese style and contained within a compact square box. The strong wooden structure of the box is covered with mottled, ruby-red leather on the outside and hand-painted with a richly detailed gold and black design of a dragon and phoenix. All four corners of the lid are embellished with intricate bat motifs. The box lid flips open to reveal the centrally placed compass and the lid's interior covering of natural-toned leather overlaid with delicate Chinese symbols. The magnetic compass you will be receiving is an ancient Chinese invention first crafted during the Qin dynasty, when Chinese fortune tellers discovered that the iron-oxide lodestones they used to predict the future could also be employed in geographical orientation. Measures 4 inches long x 4 inches wide x 2 inches high. This creation has been entirely handmade by skilled artisans using only the finest natural materials. AsiaEXP scours the globe to bring you authentic handcrafted treasures from talented artisans. By shopping with us you not only acquire an exceptional handicraft, you also support Asian craftsmen and their ancient creative traditions. The handcrafted nature of this creation will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual items. Measurements are approximate.

• Features a beautiful fully-functional traditional Chinese-style compass in a compact wooden box

• Showcases meticulously detailed, stunning hand-painted golden dragon and phoenix on crimson leather

• Interior lined with natural tone leather, adorned w/ delicately rendered Chinese characters, images

• Strong, wooden leather-covered structure handmade by skilled artisans, keeps compass well protected

• 4 in. L x 4 in. W x 2 in. H