zhù, the old word for chopsticks. The simplest of eating utensils dates back to an origin of simple sticks that were used to stir food in hot pots simmering on open flames some 5000 years ago. Though they can be traced back to China, chopsticks are widely used in most Asian countries, however Thais do not use them as much.
This particular pair has a long history of it's own, I carved them out of remnants from an over 100 year old LILAC bush. This was the first time I had worked with lilac and found it fascinating.
The heart has a very rich tone and the grain reminds me of CHERRY, however the violet hues that highlight the knots are incredible. Sushi anyone?
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