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The OM symbol, representing all sounds and symbolizing the essence of the universe, is nestled among frangipani blossoms in this magnificent hand carved suar wood wall relief panel by Balinese artisan Seji Taram.

Known as om or aum, omkara is the root of all sounds, emitted as a mantra during meditation. It is believed all desires will vanish, thus attaining self-realization and the highest of knowledge. This one letter symbolizes the most high in the Hindu pantheon, representing every kind of trinity such as Brahma-Vishnu-Shiva, past-present-future, birth-life-death; creation-preservation-destruction, and waking-dreaming-deep sleep.

The cool moon and the warm sun are swept into an eclipse designed by J. Blas in Mexico. He crafts the expressive wall adornment by hand from iron, featuring the sun's cut-out lips and eye.

Ornately hand-carved with floral motifs, this Balinese wall relief panel will make an exotic addition to your home decor. Wayan Nuliati presents the panel, which is crafted from suar wood.

A solemn moon attempts to eclipse a fiery sun in this elegant wall mirror from Peruvian artisan Gliseria Soto. The mirror's frame is hand carved from cedar wood and adorned with bronze leaf for a look that is contemporary and yet reminiscent of colonial Cuzco art. The brilliant mirror will add character and light to your home.

Brighten up any room with this gorgeous mirror by Tamara Pereira. She frames it in thick pine needle ropes and creates a colorful pattern with yarn in bright blue tones. A dainty hand-stitched design made with fine threads adds a delicate touch.

The sturdy needles of the Moctezuma pine have been used for millennia to craft baskets and other wares by the people of Mexico and Central America. Tamara's background as an architect has helped her bring a breath of freshness into this centuries-old tradition.

Reclaimed teak wood from old village homes gains a beautiful new life in these hand.carved relief panels Artid Prommuang. This medallion with a center of a flower with four tiers of petals ringed with elaborate carved scroll work and finished with a soft, matte white. The complete medallion is created from four separate panels that match up together.