desert decor

India's Fida Hussain designs and crafts these whimsical ornaments in his studio with the help of family members and assistants. Four tiny wooden camels, hand-painted on both sides, spin within rings decorated with desert sand, palm trees, and endless skies.

Wise camels travel under the desert sun, pausing to rest under the shade of the occasional palm tree. This set of four papier mache ornaments by Fida Hussain of Kashmir recalls the three wise men who followed the star of Bethlehem. In Kashmir, the art of papier mache is a tradition that dates back to the 15th century.

Attract wisdom and strength to your home with this set of four sparkling camels handcrafted by Yusra in India. Working in wood, the artisan decorates each ornament with sequins, acrylic and glass beads allowing a dazzling look. Then, she adds jute cords for hanging each little camel anywhere.

Every room deserves a beautiful focal point: Hardeep's macrame wall mirror is a stunning standout piece. Placing a round mirror at the center, the Indian artisan hand knots a 100% cotton frame using a large iron hoop to bolster her fringed, bohemian design.

The enchanting nights of the Indian region transform any space into a glorious scenario of elegance and cultural expression. Transporting this distinguished essence that makes these lands unforgettable, NOVICA's newest curated gift set reunites artisans of the Desert Weavers of India Association with Kamal's exquisite talent in a unique box that includes a cotton throw handwoven with a dapper geometric pattern, a pair of cotton cushion covers displaying sublime details, and a stunning wood and glass photo frame of classic allure—all items embellished with a palette of black and white hues.

Swaying and dancing to a hypnotic tune, Kokopelli abandons himself to the rhythms of his music. His long hair blows in the breeze as he pipes a plaintive melody on his flute. J. Blas sculpts the legendary deity in elaborate detail. He first cuts metal sheets and hammers them into three-dimensional shape. Welded together, they are adorned with airy cut-out work and finished with lead-free paint.

Kokopelli dates back to pre-historic times; regarded as a deity, he is usually depicted with a humped back, playing a flute. Ancient legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader who traveled from central Mexico to the United States' southwestern deserts and mountains, where he is featured in the form of rock art dating thousands of years. Kokopelli played his flute to announce his arrival and according to Pueblo legends, he carried seeds, babies and blankets in his hump which he offered to the maidens he seduced.

To the Hopi, Kokopelli plays his flute to draw heat from the Earth and thus make the seeds grow. His name derives from Koko ("wood") and pilau ("hump"). Kokopelli is believed to be present whenever life comes forth from seed – plant or animal.

Painted by hand in warm, happy colors, this gecko is born of prehistoric cave art. J. Blas sculpts the gently curving silhouette from sheet iron. It depicts Kokopelli, a prehistoric image regarded as a deity who plays a flute. Legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader. He traveled from central Mexico to the southwestern deserts and mountains of the U.S. where he is featured in rock paintings dating back thousands of years.

This elegant two-barred cross is crafted by Alejandro de Esesarte who cuts the image from steel sheets, then hammers it smooth. The cross is then hand-painted in acrylics with a sun inspired design, no doubt influenced by the semi desert climate of his home state of Jalisco. He then gives it a crackled finish for visual interest.

Don't worry if you don't have a green thumb; it's virtually certain that you can't kill this delightful trio of cacti. Martha Fonseca in Mexico crochets the whimsical home accent by hand from polyester and cotton blend yarns. The three flowering cacti arrive in their own terracotta-hued "pot".

Crocheted by hand, this pair of potted cactus ornaments will add some southwestern flair to your Christmas tree. Martha Fonseca in Mexico crafts the two ornaments from polyester blend yarns.

Kokopelli the flautist is borne from myth and legend; he travels far and wide playing melodious tunes inviting all to dance. Now he adorns this extraordinary coat rack, forged of iron by J. Blas, who uses a novel technique of his own design to cut the iron sheets. The rack is painted by hand with a blend of enamel and acrylic hues, infusing a rustic elegance.

Kokopelli dates back to pre-historic times; regarded as a deity, he is usually depicted with a humped back, playing a flute. Ancient legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader who traveled from central Mexico to the United States' southwestern deserts and mountains, where he is featured in the form of rock art dating thousands of years. Kokopelli played his flute to announce his arrival and according to Pueblo legends, he carried seeds, babies and blankets in his hump which he offered to the maidens he seduced.

To the Hopi, Kokopelli plays his flute to draw heat from the Earth and thus make the seeds grow. His name derives from Koko ("wood") and pilau ("hump"). Kokopelli is believed to be present whenever life comes forth from seed – plant or animal.

Painted by hand in warm, happy colours, three images of Kokopelli dance and play a song for the sun. A prehistoric image, this deity is usually depicted with a humped back, playing a flute. Legends suggest Kokopelli was a Toltec trader who traveled from central Mexico to the southwestern deserts and mountains of the U.S.; there he is featured in the form of rock art dating back thousands of years. Alejandro de Esesarte depicts him in a wall sculpture and hammers the piece into low relief.

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