Gemstones were prized possessions that were sought after and used to adorn oneself and many other artifacts in many cultures across the world since ancient times and even today.  A few years ago, gemstones have evolved into a new art form.  These gemstones art work are made with low quality gemstones or the by-products of high quality gems such as when the artists are cutting the small pieces or even the dust from polishing are saved and later used in designing these pictures.  Better quality gemstones are also used to create these exquisite artworks but the costs are rather high; nevertheless, either quality will definitely marvel you.   The gemstones commonly used to create these pictures are rubies, sapphires, spinal and multi-colored calcites. Majority of the gemstones artwork are produced in Thailand and Burma and symbolizes the prosperity, cultures and traditions of these countries.  The artists are faced with many challenges of transforming the gemstones into unsurpassed beauty and designs.  The artistic skills are evident in this inspiring picture.

This exquisite piece of art is portraying a mahout sitting on an elephant at work.  This picture is showing the elephant in the forest pulling a wooden log across the river.  Each piece of semi-precious gem is set by hand to create the design.  Such intricate work can be executed by only skilled artists.  The meticulous details will be much appreciated when it is in front of you as pictures can not capture the true beauty.   It compliments any style of décor, from traditional to contemporary.  The picture itself is  6” x 8” which is framed in a gold painted wooden frame bordered by red velvet material.  The frame is very sturdy and measures 11½”  x 9½”.  No assembly required.  It is ready to be displayed, free-standing on a flat surface or on a wall.