ornaments for tree

Celebrate the artistry within this duo of wooden ornaments, each featuring intricately hand-painted skulls in the enchanting style of Mexico's famous Day of the Dead traditions. Alejandra Gallardo infuses these captivating accessories with vivacity thanks to the eye-catching colour palette. The hypnotic ornaments arrive with bright ribbons for effortless placement on your Christmas tree, making them a charming addition to your holiday decor.

This holiday season, let Alejandra Gallardo transport you to a unique celebration of life–Mexican-style. Skillfully hand-painted, this exquisite pair of wooden ornaments evokes the reverent spirit of the Day of the Dead celebrations through her artful use of colour and form. Unique touches like the bright ribbons for hanging add whimsy and charm to these keepsakes, which will lend warm character to your Christmas tree.

Romantic love, that universal feeling that unites two people in life and also in the afterlife, is the inspiration behind Peruvian artisan Jose Ramos’ remarkable retablo where that powerful emotion is represented by two enamored skeletons on their wedding day. Inspired by the Day of the Dead, this exceptional diorama is meticulously handcrafted from black walnut wood. Its hand-painted ceramic figurines are skillfully arranged within with a prominent heart on the top that proudly bears the message “Together forever” in Spanish. Elabourate floral and leaf designs grace the doors which can be displayed opened or closed, offering versatility and enhancing the overall charm of this decorative accent.

This vibrant retablo showcases a group of skeletons that rise from their eternal dreams and return for a night of earthly pleasures, eating, drinking and celebrating their lives and memories. Evoking the Day of the Dead, Peru’s Jose Ramos designs this unique diorama handcrafted from black walnut wood whose hand-painted ceramic figurines expertly arranged within make it a standout. Elabourate floral and leaf patterns adorn the doors that can be displayed either open or closed, providing a delightful touch.

Inspired by the story of Trunyan Cemetery, this pair of stud earrings is hand-carved of bone to depict grinning skulls. Trunyan Cemetery is located in Bali, where locals perform open air burials in bamboo cages around a fragrant tree. The earrings adorn the wearer on posts of sterling silver.