Gallery Icon Concept
Gallery Icons are rooted in Banyan Tree Gallery’s mission to pay tribute to village artisans and preserve diverse craft techniques, each elevated into an Icon of the Gallery. In pursuit of this vision, we conserve traditional skills while reimagining them in contemporary designs. In return, these creations empower communities and uplift livelihoods, a sustainable circle of giving and receiving.
Here, craft becomes a universal language: uniting, bonding, and igniting across cultures. From the artisan’s touch to yours, each work carries the pulse of heritage, the spark of creativity, and the soul of a community uplifted.
With you, the journey of craft continues.
THE LANNA ELEPHANT
Born in the heart of Chiang Mai, the Lanna Elephant Collection is shaped by patient hands and glazed in the serene green of Celadon. Every curve, every hand-painted motif whispers stories of heritage and devotion, carrying the timeless soul of Lanna craftsmanship into the present.
- Handcrafted Celadon pottery from Chian Mai artisans
- Serene jade-green glaze, symbolising purity and elegance
- Hand-painted with natural pigments featuring Lanna tribal motifs
- Unique, shaped without moulds or factory repetition
- The elephant, a sacred symbol of strength, wisdom, and fortune
Lanna Elephant
PEWTER
Delicate yet enduring, the Pewter Leaf Series transforms raw metal into lyrical form. Handcrafted by Thai artisans using time-honoured wax-moulding techniques, each piece is sculpted into graceful silhouettes inspired by the gentle curves of leaves and petals. Bringing quiet elegance into the home, they embody a harmony of form and function.
- Handcrafted by Thai artisans with time-honoured techniques
- Cast in 95% tin, silver, and copper for lasting refinement
- Inspired by the graceful curves of leaves and petals
- Delicate yet enduring, bringing quiet elegance into the home with the artistry of nature and heritage
Pewters
IKAT SHAWL
The Ikat Shawl Collection is a timeless expression of textile artistry, embodying the poetry of woven heritage. Crafted from Lurik, a traditional Indonesian textile, each shawl is brought to life through the ancient resist-dye technique, where threads of colour and pattern flow together like elements in nature. Rooted in the five forces of the universe, every shawl finds harmony with the wearer's spirit. Within each fold, the dialogue between hand and loom endures, weaving past and present into one continuous fabric of time.
- Handwoven Lurik textile crafted by Indonesian artisans
- Create through the ancient Ikat resist-dye technique
- Rich interplay of color, motif, and texture for a visually dynamic finish
- Inspired by the five elements of the universe — Air, Water, Space, Fire, and Earth
- Versatile design that can be worn as a scarf or a cover-up
Elements Ikat Shawl - Water
POLO
With sustainability woven into every thread, the Eco Polo Collection reimagines a classic silhouette through thoughtful innovation. By giving materials a second life, we transform what was once discarded into something purposeful. From natural fabrics to cutting-edge fibres, every thread contributes to reducing waste and protecting our planet. Each polo blends comfort, functionality and environmental responsibility, telling a story of renewal with every wear.
- Made from recycled oyster shell, coffee grounds, mint, lotus stem, and bamboo charcoal
- Breathable, moisture-wicking, UV-protective, and odour-resistant, offering an exceptional wearing experience -
- Reduce environmental impact by transforming everyday waste into renewed purpose
- Offer high durability and health-conscious comfort for lasting wear
Polo Reborn - Coffee Ground
The Artisan's Promise
Artisans hand-paint vibrant patterns inspired by Thai heritage.
The Language of Craft
Each piece is shaped and glazed for painting.
From Our Community to Yours
Final touches breathe life into every creation.
OUR GALLERY ICONS COLLECTIONS
AWARD-WINNING FORMULATIONS
CHAMPIONING ASIAN HERITAGE
