Single hand carved seal on a parasite mushroom base, hand crafted by a skilled artisan in Indonesia. The wood gets its name from a parasite that causes the wood to grow into mushroom-like growths.
Each item is truly individual as it is hand carved and therefore may vary in size and shape, making each ornament one of a kind.
Size: 9 x 7 x 6 cm
Care: Wipe clean with damp cloth.WARNING: This ornament is for decorative purposes only. It is not a toy and should not be used in play by children.
Seal on Parasite Wood
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