Handmade Decorative Lacquer Chalice Intricate Hand-etched Design (Thailand)

Enhance your home decor, dining room or bar with the mystery and charm of this authentic, handcrafted Thai decorative lacquer chalice. Use this stunning lacquer cup as an accent piece in your dining room display case, living room cabinet, atop your buffet table or anywhere you can imagine. The artisan has embellished this unique piece with beautiful, delicately hand-etched red and blue flowers and traditional mauve designs, all made from natural pigments. The shiny black finish is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer followed by a two-month drying process, achieving its rich luster. Northern Thai lacquerware is well known to interior designers worldwide, and is acclaimed for some of the globe's finest craftsmanship techniques. Lacquerware is created by applying the black resin of the "Lak" tree onto smoothly carved wood to give it a fine finish. This home accessory is made by talented artisans in the historical Golden Triangle region of northern Thailand, and will bring the time honored traditions of these craftsmen into any home or office space. Measures 6 inches high x 3 inches in diameter. AsiaEXP brings you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of Eastern cultures, while simultaneously supporting talented Asian craftsmen and their creative traditions. By purchasing this product you are not only acquiring a beautiful handmade creation, but also helping to sustain the local artisans and cultural heritage of Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this item will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly.

• Stunning, hand-etched floral design in shades of crimson and navy on lustrous black lacquer

• Exquisite and flattering chalice shape is unique and beautiful

• Versatile and convenient, this beautiful piece works as a storage item and a display piece

• Handcrafted from by skilled northern Thai artisans using organic mango wood and natural pigments

• 6 in. H x 3 in. L x 3 in. W