Carved Teak Leaf Bowl with Silver Frog

Carved from a single piece of teak wood, this beautiful decorative bowl features an elegant teak leaf design, adorned with a sterling silver frog and a sterling silver accent at the end of the handle. Each piece is individually handcrafted and will vary slightly in shape, size, and natural wood grain, reflecting the unique character of the raw material.
 
The teak root was sourced from the finest teak plantations in Java, Indonesia, which is known to have the ideal conditions for high grade Teak quality. Teak has a high oil content, giving it the highest decay-resistance among all-natural wood products. Due to its durability, while it is still used for boat building, yachts, exterior construction, indoor and outdoor furniture, it also very dear to artists and sculptors for making intricate carvings and elaborate sculptures. Lotus Arts de Vivre uses various free-formations of the teak branches, teak root or driftwood to further hand-carve and create its designs, giving wood a second life. 
 
Frogs symbolize alertness and readiness, as they always respond to nature's timing. As frogs croak before the rains, they are considered bringers of rain, cleansing, and fertility. The visible changes over the course of their life (from tadpole to frog) make them symbolic of change, adaptability, and rebirth.
 
It took more than 1.5 months to create this piece.
 
Size: 31(W) x 33(L) x 5(H) cm. 
Weight: 547 g.  

Hand-carved from a single piece of Java teak, this sculptural leaf bowl is adorned with a charming Sterling Silver frog. Celebrating natural form and fine craftsmanship, each piece is uniquely shaped by the character of the wood.