This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.

On his own, a man contemplates life, thus inspiring this sculpture by Made Wirata. Anonymous and lacking in facial features, the sculpture is nonetheless highly expressive, evidencing Wirata's mastery as he carves it by hand.

Product Features:

• Color: Brown
• Material: Suar wood
• Signed by the artist
• Sculpture dimensions: 8.1 inches high x 4.7 inches wide x 3.2 inches deep

Story Behind the Art:
Balinese artisan Made Wirata comes from a family dedicated to this art for generations. 'I first learned to carve from my father, who specialized in a particular style of carving locally known as sri bunga as well as keris. When I finished school, I apprenticed with my uncle, who taught me to carve traditional images. In 1993, a cousin taught me the carving of modern statuettes. I began to sell my work to sustain my studies and now several galleries in Bali collect my creations,' he says.

The handcrafted touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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