Handmade Urn Shaped Lacquer Vase With Intricate Hand-etched Design (Thailand)

Perfect for arranging dried flowers or as a stand-alone accent piece, this gorgeous hand-etched lacquer vase will accent your home with Asian elegance. The artisan has created this luxurious piece by delicately hand-etching an intricate design of blue and yellow flowers with green leaves and vivid patterns in vibrant shades of white, red and yellow. All the colors are created from natural pigments. The glossy black finish beneath the eggshell is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer followed by a two-month drying process to achieve 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 rich luster. To ensure that this vase will be a cherished home accessory for many years to come, we suggest that you refrain from using water in this vase, so as to preserve the materials used to handcraft this stunning piece. Measures 5 inches high x 5 inches in diameter. This creation has been entirely handmade by skilled Thai artisans using only the finest natural materials. AsiaEXP scours the globe to bring you authentic handcrafted treasures made by talented artisans. By shopping with us you not only acquire an exceptional handicraft, but also support Asian artisans 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 hand-etched design of blue and yellow flowers with green leaves

• All the colors are created from natural pigments

• Glossy black finish is produced through the application of seven layers of lacquer

• Perfect for arranging dried flowers or as a stand-alone accent piece

• 5 in. H x 5 in. L x 5 in. W