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Dialing Bird,'Hand Crafted Jempinis Wood Bird Phone Stand'

The perfect gift for a friend or family member, Komang Sulaksana's phone stand is both practical and charming. Using manual tools, the Balinese artisan hand carves local jempinis wood into the shape of a bird whose tail and back keep your phone... more

Novica Handmade Elephant Plank Pose Celadon Ceramic Figurine

A delicate elephant strengthens his core and back in this adorable figurine from Thai artisan Duangkamol. Crafted from green celadon ceramic, the elephant is shaped into a yoga position called "plank pose." more

NOVICA Handmade Rustic Scuba Diver Iron Statuette (Mexico)

Gliding silently amid seaweed, a scuba diver propels himself through the sea with flippers. He carries spark plugs as oxygen tanks on his back. This underwater explorer is crafted from an amazing assortment of bicycle and automobile parts. more

Iracema,'Ceramic Figurine of A Woman Crafted and Painted by Hand'

Women are the heart and soul of Cida Gomes's art and she gets inspiration from traditional Brazilian clay "dolls" to craft remarkable ceramic figurines that depict the female form in all its splendor. Painted by hand in fabulous earth tones, this... more

Sarvangasana Pose,'Hand Crafted Suar Wood Sculpture'

Get into the yoga spirit with Eka's flexible sculpture. Balinese artisans craft the sculpture from local suar wood in the sarvangasana pose , a position that stretches the shoulders and back, before polishing the surface for a lustrous finish. more

Buddha Head,'Hand Crafted Buddha Oil Warmer from Bali'

This unique oil warmer is shaped like the head of Buddha, with the tight curls typically seen in Balinese representations of the deity. Dewa Putra creates the oil warmer in black ceramic. The back of the head features an opening for a tealight candle,... more

Hardworking Mother II,'Hand Crafted Ebony Wood Sculpture'

An African mother cradles a water jug while carrying a baby on her back in Agnes Amponsah's stunning sculpture. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the figures from rich ebony wood in stunning detail, then paints the surface in a polished black that gives... more

The Little Toucan,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Toucan Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring... more

The Little Frog,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Frog Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring... more

The Little Guaria,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Guaria Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring... more

The Little Turtle,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Turtle Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring adorned... more

The Little Sloth,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Sloth Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring adorned... more

'Mughal Glam' (set of 5) - Hand Crafted Christmas Ornaments

Dinesh designs ornaments that sparkle with Indian glamour. Resembling the traditional paisley pattern the cotton ornaments have a velvet back. Each is embroidered by hand in zardozi style much favored by Mughal royals. Set includes five ornaments that... more

Elephant Puppy Pose,'Hand Made Ceramic Elephant Yoga Figurine'

A delicate elephant leans forward and stretches all the muscles in his back in this adorable figurine from Thai artisan Duangkamol. Crafted from green celadon ceramic, the elephant is shaped into "extended puppy," a yoga pose also known as uttana... more

Earth Whirl,'Hand Lacquered Decorative Bamboo Plate'

This unique decorative plate is the creation of Daeng Thanunchai in Thailand. The plate is crafted through an elaborate process of forming the coiled bamboo on a lathe, and then applying several layers of a lacquer mixed with the ashes of burnt... more

Horsing Around,'Hand Carved Black and White Suar Wood Horse Back Scratcher'

This whimsical hand-carved back scratcher features the expressive face of a horse on one end and hooves on the other. Crafted in black and white from suar wood by Nengah Sudarsana of Bali and Java, this piece makes for a unique conversation starter. more

The Little Iguana,'Handmade Painted Pinewood and Cold Porcelain Iguana Keychain'

Costa Rica, the Paradise on Earth, shows the world its immense diversity with a keychain collection inspired by the region's flora and fauna. Crafted by Ruth Guevara, the accessory features a sturdy round pinewood base attached to a steel ring... more

Elephant Plank Pose,'Handmade Ceramic Elephant Yoga-Themed Figurine'

A delicate elephant strengthens his core and back in this adorable figurine from Thai artisan Duangkamol. Crafted from green celadon ceramic, the elephant is shaped into a yoga position called "plank pose." The figurine is treated with a glossy glaze... more

Mother Afrique,'Artisan Crafted Sese Wood Relief Panel'

On her way to market, a young African mother carries a basket in one hand an a baby on her back. Designed by Erasmus Philip Ahorlu, the panel is hand carved from sese wood by Ghanaian artisans before being sanded smooth and painted blue, yellow, and... more

Hardworking Mother I,'Artisan Crafted Ebony Wood Sculpture'

A hardworking African mother pounds nuts while carrying a baby on her back in Agnes Amponsah's stunning sculpture. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the figures from rich ebony wood in stunning detail, then paints the surface in a polished black that... more

Fierce Anantaboga,'Antiqued Artisan Crafted Mahogany Wood Dragon Vase'

Masterfully hand-carved by Balinese artisan Sarwaedi, this decorative mahogany vase depicts the mythical Javanese creature Anantaboga. Ancient legend maintains that when Bali was created, the dragon god Anantaboga entered the bottom layer of the earth... more

Great Earth,'Textured Ceramic Decorative Teapot from Ghana'

Resembling the raised stripes of freshly tilled soil, this ceramic decorative teapot is diligently crafted by hand to feature a pleasing texture. Ghnaian artisan Samuel Lovi creates this stunning piece, featuring the handcrafted depiction of a bird on... more

'Hand-Carved Black Suar Wood Human-Like Snail Sculpture'

When the sun has set, the time to sleep arrives for each creature on Earth, such as this cute snail that has decided to use its adaptability to take a nap in each corner of your home. Crafted in Bali by Wayan Rendah, this suar wood sculpture portrays a... more

Pinewood ornaments, 'Guardian Angels' (set of 6)

Soaring through the heavens angels watch over children on earth. By members of the God's Seed Cooperative the colorful ornaments are crafted of pinewood and painted by hand. The set of six in two different styles arrives in a cotton pouch. more

Thai Zodiac Horse,'Celadon Glazed Ceramic Mug with Horse from Thailand'

A majestic horse rears back on its hind legs, surrounded by elegant vine motifs on the surface of this mug from Thailand. The mug is crafted by hand of ceramic with great care by artisan duo Thatsanee and Ramphan, who challenge themselves with each new... more

Holiday Messengers,'Set of Four Wool Felt Bird Ornaments from India'

Bearing a message of "peace on earth; good will towards men", four colorful birds arrive just in time for the holidays. The set of wool felt ornaments are hand-crafted by Indian artisans and presented by Asha Prabha. Each bird is a different color, and... more

Regal Cat,'Floral Gilded Porcelain Cat Vase from Thailand'

Featuring gilded accents, this regal cat will make a stunning addition to any home. Thai artisan Panida Tamjun creates this feline vase, crafted from white porcelain. Blue floral designs are meticulously painted by hand. In the back, the cat features... more

'Jack-O-Lantern Talavera Style Ceramic Candle Holder'

Smiling happily, a charming jack-o-lantern is crafted from ceramic and painted by hand with colorful floral designs in the Talavera style. Mexican artisan Juana Ponce designs this candle holder, which features an opening in the back for inserting a... more

Lacquered bamboo vase, 'Lava Temple'

Crafted by hand this original vase glows with fiery red lacquer mottled with back and ivory. Daeng Thanunchai works with coiled bamboo transforming the vase into a work of art with painstaking ancient lacquer techniques. more

Crescent Pair,'Romantic Handcrafted Suar Wood Statuette'

Fly to the moon and back with Nyoman Sudiana's dreamy, romantic statuette. The Balinese artisan hand carves a graceful crescent moon gently cradling a couple who passionately kiss on the lunar surface. Crafted from local suar wood, the statuette is... more

Peace Wish,'Cotton ornaments (Set of 6)'

Surrounding colorful globes, tiny musicians join in a wish for peace on earth. Musical instruments are also present – the quena flute, zampoña panpipes, drums and the Andean guitar. Crafted by hand, this heirloom set of six Christmas ornaments comes... more

Familial Love,'Cedar Wood Accent Table of Two People from Ghana'

Carved by hand of cedar, a man and a woman share a kiss. She carries a baby in a shawl tied to her back. From Raphat Asigbey, this charming accent table exalts family love. The circular tabletop and base are crafted of wawa wiid, and the top features... more

Moche Prisoner,'Peru Archaeology Moche Prisoner Replica Clay Vessel'

A captive with hands tied behind his back bares his teeth at a curious bird. Walter Jose Acosta creates a ceremonial vessel in the style of Peru's pre-Inca Moche people. This enigmatic replica of an ancient huaco, or clay vessel is meticulously crafted... more