- Handmade by I Nyoman Subrata
- Ships from Bali within 7 days
- Each artwork is unique -- wood grain, color, and pattern will differ slightly from picture
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NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Master carver Nyoman Subrata transforms mahogany wood into a stunning mask, portraying Satyawati, a symbol of loyalty in the famed Hindu Mahabharata epic. According to the story, Dewi Pujawati was a perfect wife: beautiful, polite, honest, and truly dedicated to her wise husband, Salya. On many occasions, she daringly defended her husband's life. Salya adored his wife more and more each day, proudly bestowing upon her the new name of Satyawati (Satya means "loyal"). King Salya was designated the chief warrior of the Korawa brothers. Before going to battle, he asked permission of Satyawati. He was wearing white clothes at the time, signifying that as a ksatria (warrior) he should bravely fight until his death, if necessary. Salya and Satyawati knew in their hearts that their days together were numbered. Solemnly, with respect to her husband, she said that she would follow him wherever he went. After Salya's death on the battlefield, Satyawati asked God for permission to end her own life, joining Salya by throwing herself onto his burning body. Their souls traveled together into heaven. This item is individually carved by hand and belongs to a special collection created by the artist. Artisan Info: Nyoman Subrata is featured in Keepers of the Arts, a beautiful hardcover book
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