Sontsa Rectangular Wooden Keepsake Box with Belarusian Straw Marquetry

The “Sontsa” rectangular wooden box is part of the “Salamyany Kod” collection inspired by traditional Belarusian ornament and its symbolic language. The central sun motif represents light, unity and life. It brings masculine and feminine principles together, turning this handmade piece into a meaningful symbol of harmony, family continuity and a bright future.

Made from natural wood, the box is decorated with traditional straw inlay applied by hand. The warm golden straw reacts beautifully to changing light, giving the strict geometric pattern a subtle sense of movement and depth. Against the dark wooden surface, the natural material becomes especially expressive and recalls the character of traditional Belarusian folk crafts.

Handmade Belarusian wooden keepsake box

Measuring 12.5 × 10 × 7 cm, this decorative wooden box is suitable for jewelry, letters, photographs, small family keepsakes, accessories and other treasured belongings. Its compact proportions and restrained design allow it to work equally well as folk art decor in a traditional room or as a distinctive accent in a modern interior.

Within the “Salamyany Kod” collection, “Sontsa” completes a symbolic story: fire brings energy, beauty brings harmony, family creates unity, and life continues into future generations. That meaning makes the box a thoughtful wedding gift, anniversary gift, housewarming present or symbolic gift for a couple or family.

Natural wood, handmade straw marquetry and a water-based protective finish give this Belarusian souvenir an authentic craft character. As every piece is finished by hand, slight variations in the color and placement of the straw are natural and make each handmade wooden jewelry box subtly unique.

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Safe water-based paints and varnish

Made with love in Brest

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