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Embroidered cotton ottoman cover, 'Elephant Blooms'

Dazzling elephants parade under florid fireworks for the festive design of this ottoman cover from India's Ganpat Mehta. Embroidered over rich brown cotton the flowers appear in lemon green pink turquoise purple and yellow. The cover features a......

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Sunnyside Om,'Hand Carved Suar Wood Wall Hanging Sanskrit Om'

This hand-carved wood wall panel depicts the ancient Sanskrit letter, Om , a mantra used in Hindu and Buddhist prayer and meditation. Sunny motifs of carved, natural-colored suar wood surround the central Om character, used heavily in yoga as a......

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'Bamboo Root and Teak Hand-Painted Duck with Steampunk Style'

This whimsical duck adopts the steampunk style of 2016, which is still seen today. The bird wears suspenders and a narrow-brimmed hat as well as weapons on his belt pockets and a gun and holster tucked into a boot. Taking advantage of the natural......

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Dreams from Paradise,'Indian Classic Patchwork Ottoman Footstool in Bright Hues'

Ganpat Mehta's artisan team gives traditional Indian textiles a second chance to craft this lavish ottoman footstool. Cotton and polyester pieces create a sublime patchwork in a palette of bright and dapper hues, completed by acacia wood legs that......

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Majestic Memories,'Handcrafted Cedar Wood Chest from Peru'

Exquisitely embossed with swirling leaves and floral motifs, this colonial-style chest is handmade by the Ríos family of Peru. Brown leather covers the exterior of the cedar chest, with gold-colored brass handles adding luxurious accents....

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Happy Cranes in Blue,'Hand-Painted Bamboo and Cotton Parasol'

To create her decorative parasol, Thai artisan Nikom hand paints a beautiful Chinese crane motif using rich oil color. The artisan starts by stretching 100% cotton over a sturdy bamboo frame before painting the fabric in shimmering hues of deep blue......

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Ashanti throne ottoman, 'Trust Wisely'

Nana Frimpong patiently crafts this masterpiece of sese wood allowing the material to dry in the sun before executing his imaginative designs. Attractive crosshatching and finely carved curves enhance the beauty of the royal African throne. The name......

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World of Nature,'Nature-Inspired Leather and Wood Ottoman from Peru'

Inspired by nature, Peruvian artisan Abel Rios creates an ottoman of stunning beauty. Crafted from mohena wood, the ottoman is covered with leather tooled with intricate patterns, revealing birds among a natural paradise....

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A Lion's Courage,'West African Lion Theme Throne Ottoman'

Baring ferocious white fangs, a lion roars mightily; the sound helps him mark his territorial limits and challenges any other male within listening distance. Kwasi Asante depicts the powerful cat in a traditional Ashanti throne ottoman....

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Ashanti throne ottoman, 'Decisions'

This magnificent sese wood throne by Nana Frimpong illustrates a West African saying. Meko anaa menko is a statement in the Akan language that means the decision to go or not to go depends upon whether or not you are subordinate to anybody.......

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Colonial Floral Night,'Tornillo wood and leather nightstand,Colonial Floral Night'

Inspired by colonial art, Moises Alvarez depicts a lavish floral motif in fine hand-tooled leather. It adorns an elegant nightstand, handcrafted of tornillo wood with a light finish. The night table features two practical drawers with forged iron......

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'Look Behind You' - Hand Crafted Beaded Throne Ottoman

Depicted in beadwork the sankofa bird looks over its shoulder. Knives flank the colorful adinkra symbol in a traditional West African stool or ottoman. Its meaning is return and get it which reminds us to learn from the past. Abdul Karim Star crafts......

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Cedar throne ottoman, 'Wisdom Knot II' - Unique Wood Throne Ottoman

The Akans call it Nyansapow Wisdom Knot. In Ghana tradition says that if you will undo a knot a wise man made be sure you are at least as wise or wiser. Skillfully carved from cedar by Nana Frimpong this stately stool portrays oneness among the......

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'Antiqued Brass Indian Elephant Theme 3-Hook Coat Rack'

Taking the form of a regal elephant, this convenient coat rack makes a welcoming addition to any setting. From Khalid Ali, it is handcrafted by Indian artisans and features three hooks. The brass receives an antiqued green finish, and the rack......

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Mohena wood and leather stool, 'Bird of Paradise'

With its novel form of a vaulting horse this handsome stool is beautiful and original. Abel Rios skillfully combines form and function creating an unusual handcrafted piece of furniture. The soft seat of glowing leather is hand-tooled with bird of......

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Colonial Royalty,'Hand-Tooled Leather and Mohena Wood Chair from Peru'

Crafted from leather over mohena wood, this chair displays the beauty of colonial handicrafts. Peruvian artisan Abel Rios creates this chair, featuring a curved seat and arms. Intricate birds and nature-inspired patterns are carefully tooled by hand......

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Flight of the Condor,'Artisan Crafted Traditional Wood Leather Ottoman'

Condors soar across smooth tooled leather, the stylized images inspired by Inca art. Crafted by hand, this comfortable tornillo wood ottoman features a foam-padded seat and opens to provide out-of-sight storage. This beautiful piece comes from the......

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World of Birds,'Bird-Themed Leather and Wood Ottoman from Peru'

Showcasing a world of birds, leather is embossed and stained by hand to reveal lovely patterns and textures. Peruvian artisan Abel Rios creates this stunning ottoman in the traditional style of colonial handicrafts. The ottoman is crafted with......

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'Elephant-Themed Red Fringed Sling Bag with Handwoven Accents'

Step right into the vibrant world of Thai-inspired fashion with this captivating red sling bag showcasing the majestic elephant, the country's cherished national symbol. Artisan Kunlaya Pangsiri's distinctive creation blends practicality with......

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Beaded throne ottoman, 'Wisdom of Ghana' - Hand Beaded Throne Ottoman

Traditional Ghanaian Adinkra symbols cover this captivating throne ottoman by Abdul Karim Star. The central image represents sankofa meaning go back to your roots a message conveyed through the form of a bird with its head tilted backwards. On......

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