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Blue, the color of serenity and loyalty, embellished these 14k gold-plated hoop earrings handcrafted by Edith Orozco from Mexico. The artisan works with papier mache to create the hearts, painting bird and leafy details over the white bodies.

The serene aura of an ancient temple lights up in these lantern-shaped dangle earrings by Zayd Makarim. The Javanese artisan works in sterling silver to create this original design, whose Buddha's curl motifs reflect the designer's deep faith, whereas reconstituted turquoise cabochons evoke the refreshing waters that surround the region.

Make your home more vibrant with the cultural flair of Monica de Castellanos’ spectacular ceramic figurines. Her passion for angels and the culture of her native Guatemala is evident in every meticulously hand-painted piece depicting traditional female attire from various regions of the country. This figurine, showcasing the stunning costume of Sololá, is a prime example of her exceptional work. The striped black skirt and the long red blouse or hüipil, adorned with exquisite motifs in white, black, pink and aqua, create a captivating visual impact. The wings and golden harp add to the piece's charm, making it a striking decorative accent for any space. With its protective varnish finish, this figurine will retain its allure for years to come.

Birds chirp songs of love as Krishna meets Radha under a lush, verdant tree. A cow stands besides them, to symbolize Krishna's cowherd past. Devendra Kumar Jha and Family call this composition Milan, the Hindi term referring to the meeting or union of lovers. They work with vegetable dyes on handmade paper to preserve the legendary art of Madhubani paintings.

As each painting is an individual creation, each is unique. Colors and motifs may vary slightly from that pictured.

Inspired by Hill Tribe traditions, Tipa creates a complement as enchanting as the waters that surround the Thai region. The artisan works with luminous reconstituted turquoise gems to craft this beaded necklace, reminiscent of a calm lagoon. Silver charms in a diamond shape decorate the piece, adding a sophisticated aura. Finally, as a comfortable touch, a sterling silver hook clasp completes the accessory.

Works by Vidri Arte are special because the artisans of the north of the country are often overlooked. Located in Torreon, 752 miles from the US border in Coahuila, this company takes stained glass in the direction of trencadís, the creation of decorative forms using broken tile. Broken bits of glass are arranged in this floral form and adhered to a base of galvanized iron.

This exceptional oil painting is a celebration of Guatemalan culture and traditions. A sitting woman, dressed in a traditional outfit with a long, deep blue skirt, represents the identity and heritage of her country. The vibrant colors and serene posture suggest a deep connection with nature and spirituality. Artist Carolina Cabrera works with Japanese paper on canvas as a background, expertly painting it with acrylics and oils until the desired texture is achieved. She completes this magnificent scene with exquisite accents such as petite glass beads, intricate cotton stitching and colorful pom poms.

Titled Descanso in Spanish.

Poised and ready to swoop in at the first sight of nectar is this inventively decorated hanging hummingbird alebrije from Mexican artisans Jesus and Roxana Hernandez of Oaxaca. Carved by hand from copal wood, the bird's red and purple body is adorned with small yellow blossoms. The removable wings and tail feathers are green and terracotta with yellow tips. The bird can be hung using the metal ring on its back. Small parts are separated for shipping to protect from breakage.

It is said that Oaxaca's alebrije tradition descends directly from Mexico City papier mache artisan Pedro Linares (1906-1992). When he was 30, he became seriously ill and fell into a sort of coma. While he was unconscious, he had a most fantastic dream. He was caught between the land of the living and the dead; the place looked like a forest and was populated with creatures with body parts belonging to different animals. The beings repeatedly uttered the word alebrije, and when Linares woke up, he recreated these figures in vivid colors using papier mache techniques and called them alebrijes . His work became famous and eventually influenced artisans in the state of Oaxaca who decided to craft alebrijes using traditional wood carving methods and according to that region's world vision.