Heritage Collection

Centuries of Tradition. Timeless Artistry.

Sri Lanka is home to a centuries-old tradition of world-class craftsmanship. We at LIME, are proud to honor our island’s legacy through authentic hand-carved masks, traditional sculptures, and heritage art pieces made to be cherished anywhere in the world.

Vessantara Jātaka Narrative Frieze

Inspired by one of the most revered Buddhist tales, this panoramic wooden panel depicts the ultimate act of generosity—King Vessantara gifting the sacred royal elephant to the Brahmins. Rendered in the classical Kandyan temple mural tradition, this handcrafted relief captures intricate ceremonial details, royal banners, and solar motifs, making it an auspicious cultural centerpiece for any home, office, or gallery space.

Guards of Island Folklore: Traditional Sri Lankan Raksha Masks

Rooted in the ancient Kolam dance-dramas and ritual heritage of coastal Ambalangoda, Raksha (guardian demon) masks are sculpted by master artisans using seasoned, lightweight Kaduru wood (Strychnos nux-vomica). Each creation embodies a distinct protective force from island folklore: the graceful Mayura Raksha unfurls vibrant peacock plumes to invite serenity, harmony, and lasting prosperity; the contemporary monochrome Naga Raksha reinterprets the sacred coiled-cobra motif through intricate, hand-painted Liyawel vine detailing; and our blazing Gini Raksha commands high, darting flame-crests to banish negative energy and deflect the evil eye (as-waha). Smoked and cured to resist ageing before being meticulously finished, these pieces serve as both powerful spiritual guardians and striking cultural statement art for modern interiors.

Heritage Flower Pedestal

Inspired by the ritual offering vessels (Mal Thattu) of Sri Lankan temples, this piece pairs a hand-molded clay basin with a carved wooden tripod stand hand-painted in traditional floral motifs (Liyawel). Designed to display fresh temple blooms or floating candles, it brings serene cultural elegance and time-honored island craft to any entryway or living area.

Vessantara Jataka Medallion

Enclosed in classical lotus petal (Pala Pethi) and floral scroll borders, this circular wall plaque captures an iconic scene from the sacred Vessantara Jātaka where the Brahmin Jujaka leads away the prince's two royal children, Jali and Krishnajina. Hand-painted in traditional temple pigments of deep vermilion, sage, and ivory, it serves as both a powerful narrative of ultimate generosity and an authentic, ready-to-hang piece of classical Buddhist art.

Heritage String Marionette: Gurulu Folk Puppet

Handcrafted in the legendary Rūkada Nātya puppetry tradition of southern Sri Lanka, this articulated string marionette depicts the mythical Gurulu (Garuda) bird guardian. Carved from lightweight Kaduru wood and dressed in ornate, gold-trimmed velvet and brocade vestments, it reflects the vibrant storytelling heritage of island folk theater, making it an authentic and unique cultural collector’s piece.

Hand-Painted Murals & Classical Wall Art

Hand-painted in the distinct earth pigments of the island’s ancient mural tradition, this collection preserves the spiritual serenity, royal heritage, and folk artistry of classical Sri Lankan temple walls. Recreated with reverence on seasoned timber panels and textured plaques, each piece revives an iconic narrative from the island's artistic history

Kandyan Queen Relief

A terracotta-framed focal plaque featuring an aristocratic noblewoman with an antique crazed finish, capturing the royal court attire, intricate veil, and traditional circular ear ornaments (Thodu) of the late Kandyan kingdom.

Standing Buddha Shrine Panel

An arched, temple-style wall panel depicting the Buddha in a standing posture atop a lotus pedestal (Padmasana), framed by an ornate archway and delicate floral vine motifs (Liyawel).

The Pious Monk

A profile portrait of a revered Buddhist monk rendered in vibrant vermilion and yellow ochre, holding a woven palm-leaf fan (Watapatha) alongside traditional lotus rosettes.

Temple Musicians and Drummers

An ancient fresco reproduction showing traditional female musicians playing the tambourine-like Rabana, detailed on a weathered, plaster-textured background reminiscent of classical rock temple walls.

Seated Buddha Tabletop Shrine

Encased in an elegant, polished dark wood frame, this panel showcases the Buddha seated in serene meditation (Dhyana Mudra) beneath an ornate Makara Thorana (dragon arch), flanked by temple columns.

Traditional Wrestlers / Angampora

Bordered in rich sage-green and gold scrollwork, this unique mural illustrates traditional Sri Lankan martial combatants (Mallawa Poraya / folk wrestlers) engaged in a classical stance atop a lotus base.

Sacred Relics & Folk Traditions

Rooted in ancient Sri Lankan architecture, royal chronicles, and ritual lore, this collection unites classical temple craftsmanship with vibrant folk traditions. Featuring architectural guard stones (Muragala), sculpted tuskers, and historical royal busts alongside miniature Kolam and Daha Ata Sanniya healing mask sets, each handcrafted piece delivers authentic cultural character and timeless artistic heritage to any interior.

Looking for bespoke traditional artwork or custom-sized wood carvings? Contact us today to bring your vision to life with authentic Sri Lankan craftsmanship.

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