'Hand-Painted Traditional Black Elephant Sculpture from India'

Mughal Monarch,'Green Elephant Theme Handmade Paper Journal from India'

Courtiers accompany a Mughal monarch as he sets forth on a journey on a royal Indian elephant. Asha Prabha selects a traditional image for this colorful journal. On the back cover, an ancient postcard recalls the country's great history. Inside, 48... ... more

Big Colorful Pucara Bull,'Hand Painted Ceramic Bull with Floral Motifs from Peru'

Multicolored floral motifs are painted by hand on the surface of this ceramic figurine, depicting a saddled bull in black with metallic-colored horns and accents. The sculpture is presented by Peru's Maribel Posso Olivares, who draws her inspiration... ... more

Midnight Chinar,'Leaf Motif Papier Mache Ornaments from India (Set of 4)'

Hand-painted with chinar leaf motifs in gold over black, this set of four ornaments from India is perfect for celebrating the holidays. Sajad crafts each round ornament of papier mache, dangling from golden cord. ... more

Song of the Valley,'Painted Leaf Motif Papier Mache Elephant Sculptures (Pair)'

Hand-painted with colorful birds and gold-tone leaf motifs, a mother elephant and her child take a walk together. Indian artisan Sajad designs this delightful pair of sculptures, crafted of papier mache over weeping willow wood. ... more

Red Connection,'Floral Papier Mache Elephant Sculptures in Red (Pair)'

Designed by Sajad, this pair of sculptures from India depicts a mother elephant and her child making a special connection. Each sculptures is crafted of papier mache over weeping willow wood, its red body hand-painted with gold-tone floral motifs. ... more

'Hand-Painted Floral Papier Mache Elephant Sculptures (Pair)'

Handcrafted of papier mache over weeping willow wood, a mother elephant walks alongside her child, sharing a bond. Indian artisan Saja designs these sculptures, hand-painting each one with colorful, glossy floral motifs. ... more

Noah's Tree,'Handcrafted Ceramic Tree of Life with Noah's Ark and Doves'

This sculpture is a feast for the eyes, full of hand-painted details. Artisan Magdaleno Fierro of Mexico handcrafts this ceramic sculpture in the shape of a tree. At the center is an ark, with Noah, an elephant and a giraffe surrounded by green... ... more

Mythic Bull,'Hand-Carved Wood Alebrije Bull Sculpture from Mexico'

Evoking beasts of ancient myths, this traditional alebrije sculpture from Mexico is created by Teresita Gonzalez. Hand-carved from copal wood, a majestic bull rears its head, featuring a hand-painted design with intricate motifs inspired by... ... more

Srinagar Delight,'Hand Painted Black and Gold Decorative Box'

India's Fida Hussain creates this pretty decorative box, which is made from weeping willow wood and covered with papier mache. Once it is sanded perfectly smooth, he carefully paints floral motifs in black and gold on pale grey. The diminutive box... ... more

'Antiqued Gold-Tone Wood Elephant Wall Sculpture from Bali'

Hand-carved from albesia wood, a glorious elephant displays its trunk and tusks in this wall sculpture from Bali. Designed by Gio, this sculpture is given an antiqued finish in tones of gold and black. ... more

Black and White Yogi Cat,'Black and White Wood Yoga Cat Sculpture from Bali'

By Nengah Sudarsana, a cat takes the pose of a yogi. Yogis are holy men and great mystics, many of whom also possess the gift of prophecy. Given a hand-painted finish in black and white, this cat covers ears, eyes and mouth against hearing, seeing... ... more

Skull Dichotomy,'Handmade Talavera Style Two-Sided Skull Sculpture'

Working with traditional Talavera techniques that date back to the 16th century, Puebla artisan Isabelle Collins creates this remarkable skull sculpture. Black and white local clay is cleaned, matured and then kneaded to achieve the proper... ... more

Golden Bodhi Purity,'Traditional Art Gold on Black Buddhism Painting Thailand'

Golden branches swirl across the canvas, their heart-shaped leaves aligned along the spirals. Saisunee depicts a pipal tree, a variety of fig tree that grows in India. Buddha achieved enlightenment while meditating beneath such a tree, which became... ... more

Fortunate One,'Hand Carved Wood Elephant Statuette'

Decorate your living space with Yudi Suardi's beautiful elephant, which features Balinese carvings across his back. The artisan crafts the sculpture from pale crocodile wood, hand carving the elephant's traditional dress with fascinating details and... ... more

Royal Trumpeter,'Gold-Accented Lacquerware Elephant Sculpture'

Dressed in traditional attire, Subin Tositarat's royal elephant sculpture lifts her trunk into the air. Thai artisans carve the sculpture from raintree wood, coating the gentle beast in glossy black lacquer before carefully painting his attire. 24k... ... more

Sage Meeting,'Hand-Painted Traditional Pine and Birch Wood Sculpture'

Comfortably seated in their tea room, these three wise men discuss and talk about life, a typical scene in Tajikistan's culture. Kodir Egamov works long hours to craft each piece, meticulously working with pine and birch wood. With the whole... ... more

'Hand-Painted Wood Turtle Sculpture with Stainless Steel Legs'

In Armenia, turtles are highly regarded as a symbol of wisdom, strength and perseverance. Vahe Mnacakanyan draws inspiration from this charming creature to create a delightful sculpture skillfully painted in black and carved by hand from elm tree... ... more

Trinity,'Hand-Painted Traditional Black and Red African Calabash Mask'

Three sides of one creation illustrate the concept of trinity, "the presence of God the Father, Son and the Holy Spirit," as Ghanaian artisan Ayoma Alhassan states. Working with dried calabash, Ayoma handcrafts this traditional African mask... ... more

Game of Royals at Night,'Traditional Embroidered Black Cotton Ludo Game from India'

Kings and queens clash in a game of luck and strategy presented by Asha Prabha from India. Crafted by a talented artisan team, this Ludo game features an embroidered black cotton flex board decorated with diverse traditional details made from rayon... ... more

'Animal-Themed Embroidered Black Cotton Ludo Game from India'

A wise camel, a ferocious tiger, a brave horse and a magnificent elephant represent an animal kingdom in this ancient battle of luck and strategy. India's Asha Prabha presents this marvelous black cotton Ludo game made with traditional embroidery... ... more

Soapstone box, 'Elephant Garden'

Carved from natural soapstone this circular box is the work of Gulam Rasool. Royal elephants parade around the lid. Rasool paints the motifs by hand in the detailed style of India's traditional miniature paintings. ... more

Cotton throw, 'Festive India' - Cotton Striped Throw India Fair Trade

The vibrant design of this throw celebrates India's millenary textile arts. From UMBVS Desert Weavers of India the red cotton throw hosts myriad traditional patterns in shades of black orange green lapis blue and white. ... more

'Hand-Painted Andean-Themed Christmas Tree Ceramic Sculpture'

This Christmas season transports itself to the festive Andean lands in a display of art, culture and cheerfulness. Master artisan Feriberto Aylas draws inspiration from the traditional elements that compose the holiday decorations, merging them in... ... more

'Hand-Painted Day of the Dead Dachshund Ceramic Sculpture'

The connection between a dog and its human will last forever. Inspired by the Day of the Dead, Peruvian artisan Feriberto Aylas uses traditional techniques to create this lovely skeleton dog sculpture, paying homage to these fluffy puppies' eternal... ... more

'Four Young Elephants' (set of 4) - Lacquered Wood Elephant Sculptures

Walking through a Thai forest four young elephants enjoy one another's company. Nantana Sompamitre crafts the regal quartet from rain tree wood. A symbol of Old Siam the elephants display Thailand's traditional lacquer art. ... more

Regal Giant,'Hand-Carved Jali-Inspired Kadam Wood Elephant Sculpture'

India's forest king, the elephant, arrives to bless your home with prosperity and wisdom. Inspired by the region's classic Jali ornaments, Motilal and Ayush's kadam wood sculpture portrays the majestic giant in all its splendor, exuding traditional... ... more

'Majestic Elephant' (5 inch) - 5-Inch Wood Elephant Sculpture Hand Carved in India

From Suresh and Devender Garg this striking kadam wood sculpture captures the elephant's inherent majesty. Its lordly stride intelligent expression strength and power radiate from the hand-carved piece. ... more

Magnificent Elephant,'Hand Carved Small Kadam Wood Elephant Statuette'

Diminutive though she may be, this magnificent elephant is a fine example of jali openwork, a traditional style of carving in India. The artisan hand-carves the small but mighty beast from a single piece of wood, and even carves a miniature elephant... ... more

Papier mache ornaments, 'Chinar Cheer' (set of 4)

The traditional Kashmir chinar leaf pattern is exquisitely hand-painted on this set of 4 holiday ornaments from Sajad in India. The papier mache balls are first painted in green or black and then the leaf motifs are detailed in gold with subtle red... ... more

Magnificent Ganesha,'Ganesha Madhubani Folk Art Painting from India'

Wearing ornate apparel, Ganesha, the deity with the head of an elephant, has a lotus blossom tattooed on his trunk. Working in the traditional Madhubani style, Vidushini paints the image freehand on handmade paper. The auspicious god is the son of... ... more

Delightful Egg,'Handcrafted Jali Soapstone Egg Sculpture from India'

Handcrafted of natural soapstone, an delightful egg is diligently elaborated with elegant openwork after traditional jali art and architecture. Indian artisan Gulam Rasool designs this amazing sculpture, working from the artisanal city of Agra. ... more

Mother Nurture,'Madhubani Cow and Calf Painting from India'

Created in the traditional Madhubani style, artist Sheela Devi of India presents a majestic depiction of a cow and her calf. Through her masterful use of brightly-colored poster colors and black outlines on handmade paper, the artist expertly... ... more

Parrot Hearts,'Hand Carved Wood Parrot Sculpture from India'

Two parrots converse in this sculpture from Indian artisan Ashish Mehta, hand-carved from local kadam wood in a natural color. Intricately detailed, each parrot features beautiful work inspired by traditional jali architectural motifs, revealing... ... more

Thai Siam in Crimson,'Black and Crimson Cotton Blend Shoulder Bag from Thailand'

Thai artisan Jiap Rojjana designs this stunning cotton blend shoulder bag that closes with a coconut shell button. Traditional Thai elephants march across a vibrant crimson background, with embroidery completing the design. Golden cords and rain... ... more

Jaguar Guardian,'Hand-Painted Wood Jaguar Mask from Guatemala'

Inspired by traditional Guatemalan dance masks, Juan and Carolina create this striking wall mask to add an air of protection to your home decor. Carved from pinewood, a jaguar exposes its teeth. The jaguar's yellow face is painted by hand with black... ... more

Parrot Harmony,'Signed Madhubani Painting of Parrots in a Tree from India'

Resting on the branches of a black tree, colorful parrots are diligently painted by hand with vegetable dyes on handmade paper. Devendra Kumar Jha and Family create this painting in the traditional style of Madhubani art, which originates in the... ... more

Royal Grandeur,'Black and Gold Papier Mache Decorative Box from India'

Designed by Indian artisan Fida Hussain, this lovely heart-shaped box is crafted from papier mache. Beautifully hand-painted leaf and dot motifs in gold adorn a black base. ... more