traditional sculpture

Carved by hand from sese wood, this handsome sculpture is the work of Winfred Korley. Ghana's renowned handwoven kente cloth envelops the handle of a rustic machete. On the blade, adinkra symbols include the gye nyame (the supremacy of God) and sankofa (learn from the past). "In my own tribe, the Ga, newly elected chiefs are given this machete to hold during their inauguration," the artisan explains.

A loop on the handle permits it to hang on the wall.

Covet this eco-friendly interpretation of the classic nativity scene, typical of the days spent with family before Christmas. This sculpture integrates the pieces of the scene into a convenient single sculpture, facilitating its safe keeping and preventing the loss of important characters. Inspired by her religion and traditions, Salvadoran artisan Marcela Moran crafts this nativity sculpture from handwoven cotton and naturally occurring fibers from the calabash gourd, jute and agave, following her passion to create sustainable and biodegradable products.

El Salvador's Marcela Moran creates this charming and natural nativity sculpture celebrating love and tranquility in Bethlehem. Atop a round base of cortez wood, Joseph, Mary and baby Jesus are crafted from jute, dried gourd and agave fibers. The holy trio is clothed with 100% cotton attire hand-woven in a traditional loom.

"This nativity line was created as a way of reevaluating an underestimated and little valued natural fiber which has great potential. It can be used for many things and we transform it into decorative pieces with multicolored touches from the handmade fabric that complements it," Moran says.

Aparupa Ghosh pays homage to patiala jutti, a traditional type of Indian footwear, stamped over the almond body of this creative shawl. She utilizes the block printing method, hand-carving the designs into wood stamps. Made of cotton, the shawl is completed with a border of russet and triangular fabric tassels that dangle from each end.

The stone of eternity and harmony arrives from the enchanting Guatemalan region to your hands, determined to spread a message of freedom and hope. Jorge Lopez follows the traditions of these lands of marvels to create this jade necklace, whose rectangular pendant features a butterfly carving. Gracefully equipped with a waxed cotton cord, the accessory can be adjusted to your liking.

Carry the essence of Mayan tradition with this exquisite jade pendant necklace showcasing an intricate carving of a nahual, a guiding spirit linked to every person according to the Mayan calendar. Ruben and Gilda Perez’s design features the Iq’ nahual, a symbol of wind and communication that represents change, purification and the ability to influence through words. Its sterling silver details and adjustable waxed cotton cord make it a meaningful, versatile statement piece.