This owl is made in Myanmar with Turquoise Mountain. On my first trip to Myanmar I noticed pairs of owls everywhere, wooden ones hanging from the mirrors in taxis, paper mache ones in the corners of rooms. I asked what they were and was told they brought good luck. The female is often depicted with an owlet or two at her feet. They represent luck, happiness and wisdom.

Drawing on ancient Burmese symbols, Buddhist iconography, and the natural world of this beautiful south East Asian country for inspiration, Pippa has been working with Turquoise Mountain Myanmar for 4 years. Each piece is hand made in Myanmar by artisans trained in traditional goldsmithing techniques. Providing meaningful livelihood skills and much needed employment in one of Asia’s poorest countries.

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