BIRD OF PREY

Power, Elegance, and Peace in Punched Leather

A symbolic leather sculpture narrating the interplay of justice, beauty, and peace through the imagery of a hawk, a pheasant, and a lotus marsh.

Executed using the traditional Nang Yai hand-punching and carving technique. Selective gold leaf highlights create luminous contrasts. Depicts a hawk pursuing a pheasant, forming a dynamic narrative scene.A lotus marsh landscape frames the composition, evoking tranquility. The sculptural arrangement recalls the staging of shadow performance.

The hawk symbolizes authority, sharp vision, and justice. The pheasant embodies elegance and natural beauty. The lotus marsh represents peace and spiritual clarity. Rather than glorifying violence, the scene reflects the equilibrium of nature—where power is regulated by order.

Justice governs strength; peace sustains beauty. By translating narrative symbolism into sculptural leather form, the work preserves traditional craftsmanship while exploring philosophical balance in contemporary art.

Materials & Techniques:
Hand-punched and carved cowhide leather (Nang Yai technique), rattan structure, steel frame

Measurements:
Dimension : 15 x 70 x H40 cm

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