The Sumba Stone #31 Candle Holder Tables removable inner buckets

removable inner buckets

The Inti (sun) side table looks so organic that people will ask if you crafted it yourself from a single piece of wood

each vase carries subtle surface variations that reveal its artisanal nature

Made from cowrie shells

and rhythm reveal the artisan’s hand

The Sumba Stone #31 Candle Holder Tables removable inner bucketsThese simple stone statues are from the Island of Sumba Indonesia and are hand carved from sandstone by local artisans. In the traditional villages of Sumba, statues like these are placed inside and around the entrance of the hut providing protection and healing to the occupants inside. They make a beautiful statement by themselves or look great in a cluster to create real impact. Hand carved. Each statue is unique.