Cuzco jar, 'Revered Inca Icons'

The mesmerizing iconography of the Inca culture finds geometric expression in this decorative hand-crafted jar. Using select local clay, the artisans of the Huaman Paucar family create a stunning piece, whose perfect contours are matched only by a precise palette of strong tones. A fluid work to display in the home, it is named wira, is Quechua for "fat." As each piece is crafted individually, the product received may vary slightly in its color and design.

Bali & Java

Jewelry box, 'Golden Deer'

Inspired by the Ramayana, KetutSandi carves the fabled golden deer on the lid of this alluring jewelry box. In the legendary epic, the deer is the knight Marica in disguise, sent by the evil king Rawhana to lure Sita and thus kidnap her. The Ramayana tells of her triumphant rescue by her beloved husband Rama. Sandi carves the box from kepelan wood using manual tools that allow for the box's refined artistry.

Brazil

'Brazilian Woman IV'

The sinuous grace and beauty ofhis subject captivates artist Santos Silva. Hardworking and diligent, she seems to always be carrying baskets and bundles on her head. This portrait depicts a woman from northeastern Brazil. Titled "Mulher Brasileira IV" in Portuguese.

India

Cotton wall hanging, 'Tropical India'

Fertile lands offer tropical riches, inspiring the vibrant design of this wall hanging from Arum Parmar. Shades of green, red, and purple bring to mind India's exotic vegetation, bathed glistening beads and sequins. Features a cotton back and tabs for hanging. Size and shape of each patch may vary, rendering each Gujarat patchwork wall hanging unique, though theme remains unaltered.

Mexico

Talavera cookie jar, 'Heritage'

Alonso Luis, one of Mexico's finest artisans, creates this traditional Talavera ceramic. Stylized carnations dance on a cookie jar, each petal meticulously painted by hand. Centered by daisies for a modern touch, this design is representative of classic Talavera pottery.

This beautiful four-stringed strumming instrument from northern Thailand is a sueng. The body is shaped from jackfruit wood with steel strings added; the knobs are crafted of Burmese rosewood. In the past, men would play the sueng to flirt with women. At present, the instrument is used in festivals and ceremonies. A typical band may be made up of the sueng, a sa-lor, drums, a flute and cymbals.

'Hand and Egg'