religious art

This endearing painting by Fernando Sayan Polo portrays Joseph holding Baby Jesus in one arm and a florid branch with his free hand. Their expressions are filled with serenity as Sayan Polo replicates the religious art of Cuzco. The Peruvian artist paints with oils, adding bronze leaf applications to detail their halos and star-filled cloaks.

Titled "San José y el Niño" in Spanish.

Centered by a heart as well as a lively green cactus, this ceramic wall cross is a beautiful way to express your faith. The Contreras Family crafts the cross in the traditional majolica style, and paints it by hand with colorful glazes.

Balinese artist Made Pasek Kusuma Wijay chooses to express his plea for world peace in a painting depicting a woman's prayer. "The state of the world is not fine, given the many wars, conflicts between countries and very heartbreaking human tragedies," says the artist. "Let us pray sincerely that the world situation will return to peace as we strive to live a more simple, carefree life with mutual respect and tolerance between our existing differences. Despite the conditions of the world, we always yearn for peace itself.

"Galloping across a surreal mountain landscape, a team of horses carries forward the hope of an entire society from the lofty reality of the highlands to the life of the commoner below. Riding on the back of a bird resembling the Hindu god of strength, Garuda, a faceless woman prays to the divine spirits, having passed through a period of blood and turbulence. Garuda also prays with his human-like hands as if to encourage himself to continue his mission of vigilance.

"Reflected in the grass of the mountains, the woman's prayers mirror above and below the path of the raptor, symbolizing the transverse support from across the country for her mission. A handshake arises from the woman's mind in a floral accord between two immortal parties.

"In a world plagued by conflict and the horrors of violence, the woman's prayer, the subtle handshake and the impressive flight of the god of strength prescribe peace for all of humanity. Realism cannot deliver this humane desire to reality.

"Scaled to surreal proportions, the woman's prayers make multiple appearances in increasing size, while the mighty bird soars above an entire team of horses, with various hands apparent."

A smiling image of Buddha represents the path in life that artist Thotsapon has taken. Sharing his faith through his art, he communicates sensations of peace in this beautiful painting. Quiet blue shadows caress the lovely statue.

Thailand is a predominantly Buddhist nation, filled with breathtaking ancient temples, pagodas and other architectural wonders constructed to worship Buddha. In Thailand images of Buddha play an important role beyond mere decoration. They are traditionally placed within the home in special locations, such as shrines or pedestals, to help facilitate everyday religious worship.

On fire with divine and eternal love, Jesus' wounded heart centers this beautiful cross. A symbol of Christ's love for man, the Sacred Heart was first venerated in 11th-century monasteries. Devotion to the Sacred Heart is devotion to Jesus himself. Alejandro de Esesarte creates this elegant wall sculpture and paints it by hand with a vintage crackled finish.

Because each piece is individually handcrafted and painted, size and color could vary slightly.

A tree flourishes in the center of an ornate wall cross. It suggests a living faith that grows with each passing day. Alejandro de Esesarte creates this beautiful steel wall sculpture that celebrates the Christian faith.

Because each piece is individually hand-crafted and painted, size and color could vary slightly.

Impressive carving work following the traditional Balinese technique has the starring role in this awe-inspiring wall cross handcrafted from suar wood. Artisan Made Mulyani designs this exquisite wall art which is painted by hand in beautiful shades of green, red and gold with an antique finish and a lovely flower at the centre.

Mexican artisan Alejandro de Esesarte brings unparalleled craftsmanship to this remarkable steel cross wall art. Adorned with intricate openwork, it is skillfully hand-painted in gorgeous green, yellow and orange shades with a crackled finish, resulting in an awe-inspiring and unique addition to your space.

Hand-crafted from celadon ceramic (also known as greenware) with an allover blue glaze, this 10-piece nativity scene presents a subtle nod to the reason for the season. Thailand's Penpan presents this set of statuettes, which includes Baby Jesus, the Virgin Mary, and Saint Joseph accompanied by the three wise men, a shepherd, a camel, a cow, and a sheep.

Hand-crafted from celadon ceramic (also known as greenware) with an allover green glaze, this 10-piece nativity scene presents a subtle nod to the reason for the season. Thailand's Penpan presents this set of statuettes, which includes Baby Jesus, the Virgin Mary, and Saint Joseph accompanied by the three wise men, a shepherd, a camel, a cow, and a sheep.

In hues of green and orange, Ganesha is portrayed in this expressionist composition that evokes traditional Indian folk art. Sunil Jaiswal works with a mix of watercolor, acrylic, and ink on handmade paper to offer this painting, depicting the "remover of obstacles" atop a lotus pad as he holds a symbol of peace in one hand and his favorite dessert, laddu, in the other.

Surrounded by lush leaves, the face of Buddha is hand-carved from crocodile wood. Balinese artisan Gung Gus creates this striking and reverent wall sculpture, featuring a hand-painted finish with floral and bird motifs on Buddha's face.