Something worth a passing glance

[Ian]

Rick,

Your example also looks to be from a master craftsman. The intricate designs and inlaid stones are wonderful. I'm thinking this work is akin to Hindu art, and it also reminds me of some of the Burmese carving seen on ivory hilts where these complex vegetative designs with animals (and gin) are present. Your pendok does not have the 3-D, bas relief treatment as seen in Alan's OP.