Hand-Painted Red Traditional Wood Figurine of Tajik Merchant - Tajik Merchant National Geographic which feature cultured freshwater pearls

which feature cultured freshwater pearls dangling from 22-karat gold-plated ear wires

forming an adorable bird on a leafy branch

then hand-painted in bright neon colors

allowing for long-term usage

because we believe it is our duty to preserve this ancient art form

Hand-Painted Red Traditional Wood Figurine of Tajik Merchant - Tajik Merchant National Geographic which feature cultured freshwater pearlsIn Central Asia, trade held a position of high honor thanks to the prosperity of its merchants who shipped their wares worldwide. In this exquisite figurine, Tajik artisan Kodir Egamov skillfully portrays a street seller in a cart drawn by a donkey. Hand carved from pinewood and birch wood, it is a unique decorative accent adorned with meticulous hand painted details and a protective lacquer finish for a radiant gloss. Pinewood, birch wood; synthetic