wall decor plates

A happy black cat with two blue birds for friends gazes out from this handcrafted decorative ceramic plate. Designed by Mexican artisan Maria Isabel Cruz, the plate is made using the centuries-old dry rope technique, in which a wax mixture made of magnesium oxide and fat are applied to the outlines of the image or motif prior to glazing. The wax mixture creates a barrier that keeps the different fill colors in the design separate during firing, before burning off to reveal the blackened ceramic beneath. The plate can be hung on a wall for display via the nylon cord on the back.

A magnificent piece of decor, this wall mask is designed by Winfred Ansah Okoampah of Ghana. Engraved aluminum plates add detail to the black sese wood face. Hand-carved onto the top of the mask is the figure of a bird. The artisan calls the mask Sankofa, an Akan word meaning "back to my roots."

Ghanaian artist Malik Jabir Dodoo crafts this expressive mask out of local sese wood and aluminum plates. The mask has a large gaping mouth accompanied by two cheek piercings on both sides. Furthermore, the forehead of the mask is intricately designed with aluminum, giving it a rustic appeal. This one-of-a-kind mask is Malik Jabir Dodoo's original design and is sure to make an excellent addition to any wall decor.

By Ghanaian artisan Kobina Asmah, this decorative plate will bring an air of reverence and African culture to any home. Kobina handcrafts the relief panel of sese wood in the shape of a plate, accentuated with embossed aluminum and brass in yellow and black tones. At the center, the image of the Adinkra symbol Gye Nyame is featured, meaning "except for God" and signifying God's supremacy.

These eye-catching square trivets from Thai Tribal Crafts celebrate Hmong hill tribe embroidery with striking patterns that stand out in any space. Made from a sturdy cotton blend, they add a splash of culture to your table or wall, each one complete with a loop for easy display.

Crafted from mango wood, this round wall mirror is decorated with embossed nickel-plated brass with floral motifs. Khalid Ali in India presents the mirror, which is accented by gem-like cabochons of colorful glass.