carved wooden boxes

Store accessories and keepsakes in this charming decorative box from Ghanaian artisan Ralph Ashong. Hand carved from cape cedar wood, the purple box is patterned with petite dots on all four sides and opens to a single compartment that is perfect for small items. The black lid of the box is adorned with an mauve adinkra symbol called dwannimmen, an Akan word meaning "humility and strength." Adinkra symbols are believed to have their origin an ancient kingdom that once stood where Ivory Coast is today in West Africa.

Nature blossoms into a paradisiacal treasure, assuming the face of woman wearing a traditional Balinese dance crown. A noble guardian, she is transformed into a spectacular jewelry box by the talented Gung Gus. The oval shaped box is carved by hand of local crocodile wood and painted with superb detail with acrylics.

Experience the captivating fusion of art and practicality in this precious decorative box, meticulously carved from weeping willow wood and enriched with the ethereal touch of papier mache. Beyond its decorative allure, this box serves as an ideal sanctuary for safeguarding your beloved trinkets. Created by India's Mohammad Hussain Baba, the box is beautifully decorated with hand-painted floral and leaf motifs, culminating in a glossy lacquer finish that not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also provides protective care.

Your cherished treasures find a haven in this extraordinary heart-shaped jewellery box exquisitely painted and carved by hand from sese wood by Ghanaian artisan Victor Ayambire. The element that steals the spotlight is the breathtaking African mask accent adorning the lid, boasting elongated features and a pair of imposing horns.