novica handmade ashanti hippopotamus wood

As if this adorable hippo wasn't cute enough in itself, Candra Suwitra paints by hand delicate flower motifs over it to create a delightful wood sculpture that will light up your day. ... more

Natural brown and beige teak wood pieces form a carefully crafted mosaic on Javanese artisan Hari Pitoyo's versatile mat. ... more

The deep, comforting hues of the woods make up this wool dhurrie rug from Sonik Sethi. Umber grey and caramel brown bands are decorated with geometric diamond motifs in a flat weave, with decorative fringe at the ends. ... more

Renato Peres celebrates nature with the rich warm grain of jacaranda wood. Set in luminous sterling silver the wood becomes an original band ring. .925 Sterling silver ... more

Renato Peres celebrates nature with the rich warm grain of jacaranda wood. Set in luminous sterling silver the wood becomes an original band ring. .925 Sterling silver ... more

Renato Peres celebrates nature with the rich warm grain of jacaranda wood. Set in luminous sterling silver the wood becomes an original band ring. .925 Sterling silver ... more

As if this adorable hippo wasn't cute enough in itself, Candra Suwitra paints by hand delicate flower motifs over it to create a delightful wood sculpture that will light up your day. The Indonesian artisan uses suar wood to hand-craft and hand-carve a... ... more

Renato Peres celebrates nature with the rich warm grain of jacaranda wood. Set in luminous sterling silver the wood becomes an original band ring. .925 Sterling silver ... more

Renato Peres celebrates nature with the rich warm grain of jacaranda wood. Set in luminous sterling silver the wood becomes an original band ring. .925 Sterling silver ... more

Inspired by traditional masks from the Ashanti tribe, Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson creates this cultural pair of ornaments. Each circular ornament is crafted from sese wood, decorated by hand with colorful beads of recycled plastic. This pair features... ... more

Topped with an impressive skeleton carving, Sarwaedi's puzzle box has a secret worth discovering inside. The Balinese artisan uses local suar wood to diligently hand carve the box, creating a hidden compartment inside for your tiny treasures. Gently... ... more

Wek Bali designs an adorable newborn calf, a symbol of new life and prosperity in Balinese villages. The artisan hand carves the calf from local suar wood, engraving its neckline with swirling designs before polishing the surface for a subtle luster. ... more

Painted in a beautiful sky blue, Candra Suwitra's dolphin statuette adds a burst of bright color to any room. The Balinese artisan uses local jempinis wood to hand carve the statuette, accenting its features with pops of black and orange. ... more

You'll want to pore over every detail of these magnificent tealight candle holders from Tariq Khan, which are inspired by the art of traditional block-printing. Carved in relief by Indian artisans, the hand-chiseled designs are painted white,... ... more

A patch of tiger milk mushrooms springs from the ground, ripe for plucking, in this charming sculpture from Bali's Yudi Suardi. Hand carved in natural jempinis wood, the detachable sculpture levitates on a base of benalu, or parasite wood, with a... ... more

Perfect for a casual get-together, these salad spoons from Thailand are designed by Sanai Keawchaisa. He hand-carves each utensil from teak wood, given a finish that accentuates the natural grain. Each utensil features a hole at the bottom of the handle. ... more

Made Lagu's delightful trio of statuettes features a family of hatted ducks in different sizes. The Balinese artisan hand carves the trio from local albesia wood, painting the ducks white with a fascinating crackled finish. Shimmering golden accents... ... more

These stretching felines are ready to add a whimsical touch to your doors, all thanks to their sturdy structure. Crafted by Sanai Keawchaisa from Thailand, this pair of cat-themed teak wood door stops are the perfect accent for an animal-lover home or... ... more

After a long year of happy and unexpected events, these holidays invite us to reunite with those distant family members, and designer Chirag Choudhary will help you find the exact words for a warm greeting. Crafted in India from acacia wood and... ... more

The holiday season is populated by iconic creatures and animals like snowmen, elves or reindeer. The latter inspired Balinese artisan Nik for this spectacular pair of figurines handmade from albesia wood and painted by hand with a golden vintage finish. ... more

Jaifah Aksornsri creates this powerful wood elephant using time-honored techniques taught to her by parents. Handcrafted from native raintree wood with two plastic tusks, the stunning figurine is finished naturally, which accentuates its charming... ... more

Presented by Made Wirata, this puzzle box from Bali makes a playful addition to any home. Hand-carved from suar wood, a charming dog sits, its tail wagging merrily. This box features three different interlocking pieces that reveal the main interior. ... more

The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg from its back, means "go back and get it." Reflecting on the importance of learning from the past, Ghana's Theophilus Sackey hand-carves Sankofa into the forehead of this African... ... more

Add an authentic African touch to your tree this holiday season with a set of intriguing ornaments designed by Robert Aidoo-Taylor. Crafted from ofram wood, the ornaments are hand carved in an African mask design that the artisan hand paints in earthy... ... more

Ghanaian tradition can now be part of Christmas celebrations thanks to Robert Aidoo-Taylor's latest design made in precious ofram wood. After hand-carving this set of four ornaments, the artisan paints each accessory in an intense palette, honoring his... ... more

Natural fibers and sturdy cedar wood pieces are the principal elements of a charming figurine crafted in Colombia by Angelica Chiles. After hand-carving the bird-themed design, the artisan embellishes her artwork using a traditional technique that... ... more

This delightful little critter is the creation of Balinese artisan Komang Sri. Carved from natural suar wood, this statuette depicts a dugong, a marine mammal similar to a manatee. His friendly form is sure to liven your day. ... more

Designed by Sarwaedi in Bali, this charming puzzle box is topped with a shining sun, diligently hand carved by Indonesian artisans. Crafted from local suar wood, the box includes a secret compartment inside for hiding your small treasures. ... more

Showing off the natural grain of this fine wood, Javanese artisans creatively use recycled pieces of teak wood to create this mind boggling puzzle that is sure to inspire awe. Widanti's workshop in Bali presents this interesting piece with a rustic and... ... more

Buried treasure, ho! Balinese artisan Eka's anchor-shaped puzzle box will hide your valuables from prying eyes. Hand carved from local suar wood, the box features a secret compartment inside you can unlock by solving a simple puzzle. ... more

This handcrafted sign from Indonesia reads "Mum's Hotel," followed by heart shapes. Loving and inviting, it is made from albesia wood with a distressed white finish, presented by Ketut Karsini. ... more

Painted with a beautiful combination of blue and red colors, Candra Suwitra's charming koi fish makes an irresistible piece of home decor. The Balinese artisan uses local jempinis wood to hand carve the fish, painting its features with delightful scale... ... more

Crafted of cotton, two colorful owls are depicted in this delightful pair of mobiles from Thailand. Thikaporn designs the mobiles, which are further enhanced by beads of glass and raintree wood. Two gold-tone aluminum leaves dangle, and aluminum bells... ... more

Serenely beautiful, this mask by Nana Frimpong depicts an Ashanti woman warrior. "When Yaa Asantewaa led the Ashanti's final battle, she used this mask to protect herself. The horns signify her seriousness during the war," the master carver says. He... ... more

A noble helmet is hand-carved from sese wood with pointed horns, centering a length of adjustable black cord. This necklace is created by Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor, who flanks the pendant with petite wood beads and discs. He paints the... ... more

Ghanaian artisan Abdulai Osman Adam reinterprets tradition with an original version of the legendary Akuaba, the fertility doll of the Ashanti people. ... more

Standing side-by-side, an Ashanti pair holds their bellies. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley creates this cultural pair of sculptures; each figure is hand-carved from sese wood and treated with a rustic finish. ... more

Saeed Musah of Ghana designs this original akuaba or fertility doll. The figure is carved by hand from sese wood and adorned with recycled glass beads and brass inlay. ... more

Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese wood and adds recycled glass bead jewelry. ... more

Youthful and beautiful, her stylized contours are hand-carved from African sese wood and she wears colorful seed bead jewelry. Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this fertility doll as a woman blessed with two toddlers and an infant. ... more