The art of inlay work within India dates back to the 17th century. During that time, precious and semi-precious gemstones along with marble were used as the primary mediums for this form of craftsmanship.

Today, inlay work persists. Sang and Serena obtain their furniture from the Indian state of Rajasthan, where the art is practiced using regionally sourced bone and mother of pearl. The bone is extracted from camels that have passed on naturally; its cream-colored opacity manages to exude an elegant rusticity. Meanwhile, the mother of pearl is separated from the outer shells of water-dwelling mollusks; its shine is incredible, opalescent. Government-issued Wildlife Certificates ensure that resources used are obtained with care.

When fragments of these materials are expertly placed into a piece of India-grown wood, the result is mesmerizing.

Sang and Serena’s first collection of inlaid furniture has been entitled SHIVA, after the Hindu deity of benevolent destruction. Five sets of products are available in either of the two inlays and in one of six colors: Opium (black), Ember (dark grey), Dust (beige-grey), Paneer (white), Lotus (bold pink) or Lapis (midnight blue). Envision endings and rebirths, crumbling manses, and manmade structures from which the environment emerges. Let your urban loft or country getaway give shelter to these solidly ethereal items. Be a part of history.