Handmade Art 'Calling the Soul' Lacquer Painting (Vietnam)

Spice up your decor with this hand-made Lacquer Painting with inlaid egg shells; entitled Calling The Soul. Hand-made by artisans in Vietnam, this painting is a multi-cultural compilation of Chinese and French influences merged with traditional Vietnamese lacquer techniques The drawings are sketched by hand on a black painting board Then each is carefully painted, adding different colors with every coat, then lacquered, sun-dried and re-lacquered up to eight separate times The painting has a hook on the back for hanging Painting measures 16 inches high x 16 inches long x 1 inch wide The Story Behind the Product Binh Duong province which is located immediately to the north of Ho Chi Minh City, is situated on relatively level terrain, and is crossed by the Saigon, Dong Nai and Be rivers. Lacquer ware made here, provides a living for 100 plus artisans. Your order helps them to improve their lives and that of their families. Artisans have passed down these traditions for over 4000 years and their techniques are very similar to Chinese and Japanese lacquer ware. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Imported