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Influenced by artists Senaka Senanayake, Kandinsky, Miro and Juan Gris, our owner Dhammika Gunasekera creates art that harmonises colours and shapes. ARTICLE IN 'TO THE POINT' PUBLISHED BY THE COLORED PENCIL SOCIETY OF AMERICA (CPSA) ABOUT OUR ARTIST 'To The Point' is a magazine published twice annually by the Colored Pencil Society of America, Inc. (CPSA). The CPSA is a nonprofit organisation that promotes the stature and awareness of coloured pencil as a viable art form to all professional art establishments and to the general public, and provides a forum for education, communication and recognition of coloured pencil artists. In the May 2021 Issue, the CPSA published an article about our owner Dhammika Gunasekera. View Dhammika's Art 1 2

Experience Timeless Expressions by Dhammika Gunasekera, 22–25 March 2025 at Lionel Wendt. Open daily 10 AM–7 PM, showcasing artistry that transcends time. View Exhibition Catalogue

Discover Dienge’s unique handcrafted silverware, fine art, and jewellery in Colombo. Perfect for corporate and personal gifts. Experience rich Sri Lankan craftsmanship at our Luxury Gift Shop. Welcome to Dienge New arrivals Keepsake Egg on Stand (Small) Decorative Egg on Stand (Small) Hexagonal Jewellery Box with Amethyst (Small) Sterling Silver Lotus Pendant (Small) Conch Shell (Valampuriya) Plaque Prosperity Pot (Small) Kastane (Traditional Sword) - Small Letter Opener Plaque with Swan Motif (Hansa Puttuwa) - Medium Hexagonal Jewellery Box with Amethyst (Small) Hexagonal Jewellery Box with Citrine (Medium) Hexagonal Jewellery Box with Amethyst (Medium) Rice Motif Serving Spoon (Medium) Tusker Carrying the Relic Casket (Small) Prosperity Pot (Punkalasa) - Extra Small Rosewater sprinkler (Small) View all products View our silverware Dhammika Gunasekera 10.00 am - 4.30 pm on weekdays Please visit by prior appointment on weekends Dienge Gallery 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 08 View our art MEET THE ARTIST Influenced by artists Senaka Senanayake, Kandinsky, Miro and Juan Gris, our owner Dhammika Gunasekera creates art that harmonises colours and shapes. Read the article written about Dhammika and published by the Colored Pencil Society of America (CPSA) in their magazine 'To the point'. View Article View our gemstones View our jewellery TESTIMONIALS “I have known Dhammika Gunasekera for many years. Over this period I have visited his workshop and purchased many silver items of high quality to be gifted to friends abroad, which they have greatly admired and appreciated. I enjoy dealing with Dhammika, as I find him to be a gentleman in the true sense of the word, whose integrity and honesty are of the highest quality. I wish him continued success.” Sunethra Bandaranaike Read More OUR STORY FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS OUR LEADERSHIP FOLLOW DIENGE ON FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM AND LINKEDIN

Explore the captivating world of Dhammika Gunasekera, a Sri Lankan artist and owner of Dienge. Our gallery in Colombo exclusively showcases his unique creations, blending surrealism and precision. Sunset Cruise Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 11" x 15" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Paper streamers Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Looking Back Through Feathers and Scales Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Life at Sunset Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Fishy Tent Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Floral Odyssey Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Triple Jolly Joy Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 11" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Geometric Rhapsody Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 15" Medium: Archival quality professional permanent markers on cotton paper Summer Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 11" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils on cotton paper Colourful Personalities Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 16.5" x 11.7" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Pidurutalagala Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 22" Medium: Archival quality professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Taking the kids to school Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 15" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils on cotton paper Expectation versus reality Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Carnival Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Ephemeral Geometry of Nature Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality colour pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Energetic Interplay Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 30" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Carefree Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 30" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, pigment ink pens and acrylic on cotton paper Dog party Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 30" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Thoughts of a snake Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 15" Medium: Archival quality professional permanent markers on cotton paper Riverbank Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 21" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers, pigment ink pens and acrylic ink pens on cotton paper Invention Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 30" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Dolphin Show Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 22" x 15" Medium: Archival quality colour pencils and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Artful Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 15" x 22" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper Happy masks and hidden grins Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 11.7" x 16.5" Medium: Pencil on cotton paper From Baby to Graduate Artist: Dhammika Gunasekera Size: 3 of 8.3" x 5.8" Medium: Archival quality coloured pencils, professional permanent markers and pigment ink pens on cotton paper

Reach out to Dienge, your one-stop destination for handcrafted jewellery, sterling silver artifacts, centrepieces, Dhammika Gunasekera’s artworks, and gemstones. OUR LOCATION CUSTOMER SERVICE Location 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 00800, Sri Lanka Opening Hours Monday-Friday 9:00am - 4.30pm IST Visit us by prior appointment on Saturday and Sunday Contact Us +94112696992 dienge.srilanka@gmail.com Inquiries For questions regarding our products and services you can also contact us by filling out the form below. First Name * Surname Email * Subject Message * Submit Thanks for submitting!

Influenced by artists Senaka Senanayake, Kandinsky, Miro and Juan Gris, our owner Dhammika Gunasekera creates art that harmonises colours and shapes. 1 2

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Explore the journey of Dienge, from its inception in 2002 by Dhammika Gunasekera to becoming a purveyor of unique handcrafted silverware, fine art, gemstones, and jewellery. OUR STORY WHO WE ARE We are situated in the heart of Colombo, Sri Lanka and are purveyors of handcrafted silverware, fine art, gemstones and jewellery. We are known for our eclectic collection of hallmarked silverware frequently purchased by our clients as gifts for special occasions both corporate as well as personal. Our products are never mass produced and most of our collection consists of unique designs and that too not necessarily of Sri Lankan heritage. We are inspired by exquisite designs of the past along with our own imagination and arrive at designs unique and never infringing on others' copyright. HOW IT STARTED Dhammika Gunasekera founded Dienge in 2002 and is its owner. He is a collector of fine art, carpets, silverware and antique furniture. Inspired by the world famous silverware of Buccelatti and Tiffany & Co., Dhammika visited silver artisans' workshops in Sri Lanka in 2001. Although he was enthralled by the sheer quality of their products, he realised that the range of products were limited with minor evolution of design. Subsequently, he decided to help the artisans' business by establishing an organisation that buys and sells custom-made artefacts based on his own preferences. His innovative designs include sterling silver ornaments in the form of conch shells (Valampuri ), pots of prosperity (Punkalasa ) and archways. THE ARTISANS AND THEIR CRAFTMANSHIP Sri Lanka has a rich tradition of exquisite metal work including of silver and gold from over a thousand years ago. We deal with two master craftsmen who are direct descendants of our last Sri Lankan kings' personal silversmith/jewellers. Our silver products are hand-crafted using repousse, embossing and filigree techniques by the best-known artisans in the industry. THE ARTIST In 2016, our owner Dhammika Gunasekera discovered his hidden talent to draw art that harmonises colours and shapes, influenced by the writings and theories of Kandinsky and of the art movements of purism and cubism; although visually his art is very different from the artists and art movements which inspire him. Dhammika's drawings are mainly done on cotton watercolour paper with coloured pencils of archival, lightfast quality to ensure art of lasting quality. THE QUALITY We ensure the quality of the material used is high by hallmarking all products as sterling silver by the National Gem & Jewellery Authority of Sri Lanka. Within one year of inception, we were proud to be the recipient of the bronze award for the Assaying and Hallmarking category of Achiever Awards 2003 awarded by the National Gem and Jewellery Authority of Sri Lanka. THE CLIENTS Today, our sterling silver products are in collections of Royalty, Presidents, Prime Ministers, Diplomats and Military Chiefs of many nations in Asia, Europe, Africa and the USA. The National Business Excellence Awards of the National Chamber of Commerce and the 5S awards of the JASTECA are two instances where the trophies were designed and commissioned by us. The current President's medallion of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka was also designed and commissioned by Dienge.

Find answers to your questions about Dienge’s in-store shopping experience, location, product range, and more. Learn why we believe in the value of a personal touch in our service. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Can I buy any product online? We currently do not sell any of our products online. We believe visiting our store and purchasing products will ensure our clients are happy with the product(s) viewed online. Where is your store located? We are located at 54 Kitulwatte Road, Colombo 08, Sri Lanka. Please go to our Contact us page to view the location on Google Maps. What type of products do you sell? We sell silverware, brassware, fine art, jewellery, gemstones and other collectibles such as books. Is there a wider range of products available at your store? Certainly! Only a selected number of products are shown on our website.

Meet the leaders of Dienge, Dhammika Gunasekera and Tahiru Gunasekera. Learn about their journey, inspirations, and the passion that drives Dienge’s success in handcrafted silverware, fine art, gemstones, and jewellery. Our Leadership Dhammika Gunasekera Owner Dhammika Gunasekera founded Dienge in 2002 and is its owner. He is a collector of fine art, carpets, silverware and antique furniture. Inspired by the world famous silverware of Buccelatti and Tiffany & Co., Dhammika visited silver artisans’ workshops in Sri Lanka in 2001. Although he was enthralled by the sheer quality of their products, he realised that the range of products were limited with minor evolution of design. Subsequently, he decided to help the artisans’ business by establishing an organisation that buys and sells custom-made artefacts based on his own preferences. His innovative designs include sterling silver ornaments in the form of conch shells (‘valampuri’), pots of prosperity (‘punkalasa’) and archways. In 2016, Dhammika discovered his hidden talent to draw art that harmonises colours and shapes, influenced by the writings and theories of Kandinsky and of the art movements of purism and cubism; although visually his art is very different from the artists and art movements which inspire him. Being a senior committee member of the Gemmological Society of Royal College, Colombo, Dhammika also developed a passion to collect and broaden his knowledge about gemstones. Thus, when he established Dienge, he began investing in gemstones both precious and semi-precious. These include alexandrites, sapphires, rubies and amethysts. Dhammika greatly values generosity and helps a large number of people and institutions financially. For example, he has given donations to the Sri Lanka Cancer Society, sponsored the Devapathiraja College (a school founded by his grandfather Sir Ernest De Silva) Rugby team in Rathgama, a rural area in Sri Lanka and met university tuition fees of students. Before founding this organisation, Dhammika was a partner at Messrs. U. N. Gunasekera, a construction firm in Sri Lanka established by his father. The first two five-star hotels in Sri Lanka, namely, Lanka Oberoi (Cinnamon Grand) and Ceylon Inter-Continental (Kingsbury) were built by this company. Dhammika graduated from Imperial College London in 1989 with first class honours in civil engineering (BEng). Broadening his horizons to the field of accountancy, he became a passed finalist of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka in 1986. Furthermore, he topped his batch in the Bachelor of Science degree that he completed at University of Colombo in 1984. Dhammika was the head prefect of Royal College, Colombo in 1980. Tahiru Gunasekera Analyst Tahiru Gunasekera, the Analyst at Dienge, is the son of the owner. His enthusiasm to work at Dienge stems from his strong perseverance to promote our business online through cost-effective techniques. This includes launching the current website of Dienge and embracing social media to provide our clients the option to view selected products before visiting our store in Colombo. Additionally, he is involved in overseeing the tasks carried out by the other employees at Dienge and analysing the possibilities of enhancing our firm. Tahiru graduated from Imperial College London in 2021 with first class honours in civil engineering (MEng).

Send us your CV to dienge.srilanka@gmail.com if you believe your profile matches our requirements for a job advertised on our website. Please make sure you meet the essential requirements before applying for any role. Application Process 01 CV Submission Send us your CV to dienge.srilanka@gmail.com if you believe your profile matches our requirements for a job advertised on our website. Please make sure you meet the essential requirements before applying for any role. 02 Interview If we find your CV impressive and your profile meets our requirements after reviewing, we will invite you to an interview with our recruitment team including our CEO to further assess your skills and get to know you more. The majority of the interview will be strength-based, and you can view our top interview tips to help prepare yourself. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment practices are barrier-free, and as inclusive as possible for everyone. This includes making adjustments for people who require them to perform to the best of their ability. 03 Offer Finally, the best candidate will be invited to join our team at Dienge.

Read our clients’ testimonials and discover their experiences with Dienge’s unique handcrafted silverware, fine art, gemstones, and jewellery. Learn about our commitment to quality, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. Client Testimonials “I have known Dhammika Gunasekera for many years. Over this period I have visited his workshop and purchased many silver items of high quality to be gifted to friends abroad, which they have greatly admired and appreciated. I enjoy dealing with Dhammika, as I find him to be a gentleman in the true sense of the word, whose integrity and honesty are of the highest quality. I wish him continued success.” Sunethra Bandaranaike “I have known Dhammika since grade school. His remarkable transformation from a Civil Engineer to Accountant to Business Owner to Art Lover to Art Producer is a journey that is now captured & encapsulated in his fabulous artistic creations. I am also the proud owner of several pieces of his art work, prominently displayed in two generations of household in the San Francisco Bay Area. I continue to marvel at the evolving artistic genes of Dhammika and eagerly await the next transformative chapter from this creative genius.” Dr. Siri Weerasooriya “Dhammika is an artist blessed with a unique flair. A recent convert to drawing, he has developed a style and technique that is amazingly colourful, vibrant and alive. I enjoy studying his beautiful creations at length, a form of meditation as I sink into the abstract forms, the eclectic colour schemes, and the life that flows through each drawing. This a new an important talent that has just begun to be noticed. I am intent on collecting as many of my friend’s creations as I can – they bring joy to this uncertain world. Dienge is the repository of some of the finest traditional silverware available in Sri Lanka. Dhammika has sought out and secured the services of artisanal silversmiths who have been engaged in their craft for generations. Two of his craftsmen trace their lineage back to the Kandyan Kings of the 18th century. These artefacts are examples of timeless skills, ancient designs and by supporting them you too can keep a traditional art-form alive. Don’t think for a moment that you can only find old designs. The designers at Dienge will work with their artisans to curate objects that are unique to you. Own a small piece of history and help keep a traditional craftsman doing what he loves and what his family has been engaged for hundreds of years." Suren Ratwatte “My family and I have been clients of Dienge since 2005, and much admire their jewellery, traditional silverware and artistic pieces. Dhammika's art is truly unique in style. We are delighted to have purchased a few of his beautiful works and other precious items from Dienge for our home. We most appreciate the quality and workmanship of these pieces, the authenticity of their design, and the care and attention to detail that is provided throughout their process. We wish Dienge and Dhammika continued success. ” Sajotha Karunaratne “I first found out about Dhammika’s art when I was at a meeting at his office. I was intrigued by all the geometry I could see in the drawings a few feet behind his chair and of course had a lot of questions on how he got the shapes and sizes to be uniform and how he came up with the idea for an art. The three types of art he has, pencil, marker and coloured are all unique. The multidimensional nature of the coloured art is so different from the flowing designs of the single colour marker drawings and face centered pencil drawings with closed shapes. However, each of these is a masterpiece with printer like precision and unending variety. At the least, Dhammika’s art is thought-provoking and to an imaginative person, is the start of a beautiful journey through the realms of hidden dimensions.” Santhani Weerawarana