Hand-Carved Snake Kuripe – Crocodile (Zanthoxylum rhetsa), Waru (Hibiscus tiliaceus), or Sono Wood (Dalbergia latifolia)

This exquisitely carved Snake Kuripe, handcrafted by our artisan partners in Bali, brings together refined symbolism, functional design, and grounded natural beauty. Each piece is sculpted from a single block of Crocodile wood, Waru wood, or Sono wood, selected for their unique tones, textures, and energy. The snake coils gracefully into a figure eight shape, evoking the lemniscate, an ancient symbol of infinity, continuity, and balance.

The serpent's body loops back on itself, with scales carefully etched in fine detail to reflect both movement and texture. The eyes are small but defined, giving the snake a calm, steady presence. The mouth and form are subtle yet intentional, contributing to the overall symmetry of the Kuripe. This sculptural design not only makes the pipe ergonomic, it fits perfectly in hand and aligns naturally with most nose and face shapes, but also infuses the tool with ceremonial significance.

The snake, across cultures, represents transformation, healing, and rebirth. It is a creature of thresholds, movement between worlds, and internal change. Its coiling form is often seen as a symbol of Kundalini energy, spiraling upward through the body in spiritual awakening. The figure eight structure reinforces the interplay of dualities, spirit and matter, masculine and feminine, life and death, while also emphasizing cyclical flow and eternal return.

With moderate diameter channels, this Kuripe delivers a smooth and balanced airflow, suitable for both newcomers and seasoned practitioners. A medium strength exhalation is typically enough to apply Rapé effectively and with control, making this piece both aesthetically meaningful and functionally dependable.

Finished lightly with natural coconut oil, each Kuripe retains its raw, organic texture without synthetic coatings. Because these pieces are handmade and carved from natural woods, each one is entirely unique, carrying its own patterns, grain, and tonal nuances.

Wood Options:

- Crocodile wood (Zanthoxylum rhetsa), pale, lightweight, and smooth with subtle patterning
- Waru wood (Hibiscus tiliaceus), darker and striped, with a shimmering surface and rich depth
- Sono wood (Dalbergia latifolia), deep brown with occasional purple black tones, dense and luxurious

This Kuripe is more than a practical tool, it’s a personal totem, a symbolic bridge between breath, earth, and spirit.

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Other names: Kuripe, blowpipe, self-applicator for Rapé