Handmade Decorative Treasure / Jewelry Box With Cat And Hand-etched Design (Thailand)

Use this adorable decorative treasure box as an accent piece, jewelry box, or anything else you can imagine. The lid of this delightful creation is hand-carved into the shape of a smiling kitten resting on its belly, while the artisan has delicately hand-etched a gorgeous design of blue, red and yellow flowers with green foliage and white buds using natural pigments. The lustrous black finish is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer followed by a two-month drying process, achieving a rich shine. 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 gorgeous 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. Made from strong, durable mango wood, it measures 4 inches high x 4 inches in diameter. AsiaEXP brings you authentic handcrafted goods from a variety of world cultures. With this purchase you are not only receiving a beautiful handicraft, you are also supporting a great cause. By shopping with us you help to sustain the talented individuals making these fine products and preserve the rich cultural heritage of Thailand. The handcrafted nature of this product will cause 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.

• Unique carving of a cat is charming and pleasing to the eye

• Decorated with intricately hand-etched flowers in blue with green, white foliage on black lacquer

• Lustrous black base coat is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer

• Entirely handmade with natural mango wood and pigments by skilled artisans

• 4 in. H x 4 in. L x 4 in. W