Known for fine laquerware since the time of King Anawratha in the 11th Century, watching these talented artists at work it seems as though time has stood still .I have a brand new respect for these talented craftsman who make such beautiful creations from bamboo and horsehair.
I bought four hand carved cups of horsehair and bamboo for just $8.00 following 3 months of creation.
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| Horsehair and bamboo base creates a flexible cup |
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| Carving a laquerware urn. When I exclaimed that I would love to find one of their knives for my own pottery sculpting, my driver arrived the next morning having made me one. |
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| Delicate carving by a lass who looked no older than 12. |
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| Cutting the bamboo strips to size. |
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| Fashioning it into shape. |
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| Triming the bamboo to a smooth surface. |
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| Applying the laquer that comes from trees. |
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| 7 layers of laquer applied to each tray and allowed to dry for a week between each coating. |
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| The Patriach of Ever Stand Laquerware with his color wheel |
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| Washing and cleaning process. |
I bought four hand carved cups of horsehair and bamboo for just $8.00 following 3 months of creation.
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