heritage gifts

Superbly carved in high relief, a dragon stands guard on a jewelry box. More brave guardians parade around the sides. M. Ayub selects Kashmiri walnut wood for its beautiful grain and extreme hardness to demonstrate his skill. Lined in velvet, a lift-out tray has a special place for rings and the box itself is fully lined. The box features a magic lock and can be opened by sliding the lower front panel of the box to the right side.

A well-trimmed tree with blooming flowers radiates sylvan beauty at the center of this exquisite composition. M. Ayub hand-carves the box from select walnut wood, its refined details steeped in Indian artistic heritage. Aesthetic and practical, the piece is ideal for storing jewelry and trinkets. The box features a magic lock and can be opened by sliding the lower front panel of the box to the right side.

Following in his father's footsteps, Ayub strives to create decorative items of superior quality. He works with Kashmiri walnut wood, which takes between two to three years to dry out completely. He uses no artificial colorings, rubbing the piece with an agate stone prior to applying a wax polish. It features a removable shelf, maroon velvet lining, and brass hinges.

Myriad flowers blossom into a lavish composition by M. Ayub. He carves it by hand with sublime detail, creating a unique walnut wood jewelry box. It is lined with velvet and features a removable tray. The box also features a secret locking mechanism and can be opened by sliding the lower front panel of the box to the right side.

Rampant ivy flourishes with style transforming this jewelry box into sublime handcrafted artistry. Carving with elegant finesse, M. Ayub creates this extraordinary jewelry box from Kashmiri walnut wood. The box opens up to two compartments lined with soft velvet, and a smaller one is featured for rings. The box features a secret locking mechanism and can be opened by sliding the lower front panel of the box to the right side.

Crafted from handloomed cotton, this midi dress from Jay Kumar Maheswari is a delight to wear. The long, relaxed dress features an empire waist, v-neckline with button placket, and pockets on both sides. Detailed fretwork in honeysuckle and indigo decorates the bodice, short sleeves and hem; and a running kantha stitch embellishes the long skirt.

The region of Kashmir in India is well-known for its ancient weaving heritage, and NOVICA artisan Sajad upholds that tradition. Soft and subtle, this wool and viscose blend shawl goes wherever you do. The petal-pink wrap features the traditional all-over chasm-e bulbul diamond pattern and drapes beautifully.

The magnificence of the Taj Mahal, the crown of palaces, inspires this white marble replica by Raj Kumari. He carves the sculpture with exquisite similitude, masterfully capturing the grandeur of this legendary mausoleum. It was built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in loving memory of his third wife, Mumtaz Mahal who died giving birth to their 14th child. In 1983, the Taj Mahal became a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Featuring golden painted iron motifs, this pristine white sculpture arrives in a wood box covered in red velvet.