Samurai Ring Or Trinket Box Asian Motif 1997 Handmade By A Andrew Chulyk 5.75".

A. Andrew Chulyk is a Ukranian born artist living in the United States. He handcrafts and paints boxes valued as much, or more, for their thoughtful design and unique shapes than for their function. Perfect way to give a special gift of jewelry or to keep your own special pieces. The interior measures 2 3/8" across in a hexagonal form and 1 1/8" deep.

Adapted from online sources: A. Andrew Chulyk's sculptural boxes are a unique blend of Ancient Egyptian and Asian motifs with Art Deco design makes them appear not to be boxes at all, but more like miniature temples, sculptures, or sacred vessels. His unusual blending of colors and metallic finishes, however, is the true signature of his work. "I think of my boxes as meditations on color and form. They evoke mystery, elicit feeling and invite touch," says the artist.

Machined from cabinet-grade MDF board, they are laboriously sanded by hand to define their shape, detail, and exactness of fit. Hand sanding continues through the surface filling/sealing process and between each of the three successive coats of automotive primer that lead to the final painting. The result is a smooth, flawless finish that is often mistaken for metal.

Measures 5 3/4" tall to top of lid finial x 4" in diameter.