ocean decor

Discover the world's ocean--from tides and currents to the creatures living in it to the impact it has on our lives, whether we know it or not--in this richly illustrated overview of the life force that defines and sustains our planet, written by world-renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle.
Everything you want to know about the ocean can be found inside these beautiful and dynamic pages. National Geographic Ocean unveils the power and significance of our planet's watery essence: the fundamental importance of the ocean in shaping Earth's climate and chemistry as well as its vital role in supporting a multitude of life-forms, including our own human race.
World-renowned oceanographer and National Geographic Explorer in Residence Sylvia Earle--affectionately called "Her Deepness"--guides readers with her lyrical style and inspiring wisdom, describing the evolution, beauty, and impact of the ocean; the challenges it faces, such as climate change, plastic and overfishing; and the myriad ways we can help protect it.
This engaging story of the ocean celebrates dozens of ocean champions and visionaries, explores the ocean's origin and the nature of water, and features a gallery of wondrous creatures that illustrate the spectacular diversity of life in the sea, from sponges, kelp, and zooplankton to whales, sharks, and sea turtles. More than 100 maps and diagrams, including seafloor and political maps of all Earth's seas and oceans, elucidate Dr. Earle's lively narrative.
For seaside dwellers and landlubbers alike, this is a book you will turn to again and again to understand why, as Sylvia Earle says, "Everyone, everywhere is inextricably connected to and utterly dependent upon the existence of the sea."

Crafted by hand, this mid-sized vase by Bali's Made Sadia is a striking addition to your decor. The thick-walled vase is shaped with traditional blown glass techniques into an elegant, cylindrical-arch, wave form. The clear cylinder gives way to an ocean-toned base beneath.

Because each piece is handmade, shape and size can vary slightly and tiny bubbles may appear within the glass. This exemplifies the hand-blown technique, making every piece a unique example of blown glass craftsmanship.

The flavors and delights of the sea find a great complement in Teo Hernandez's newest creation. The Guatemalan artisan uses his exquisite talents to create this teak wood cheese board, whose fish shape allows the piece to exude a whimsical sensation ideal for a marine-themed party.

The marine realm inspires an adorable decorative box directly from Bali. Anak Agung Ary's newest design features a sturdy suar wood structure with a polyester velvet lining and a hand-painted marine scene depicting clownfish swimming in a serene reef.

The refreshing essence of the sea and the sweet aura of spring come together in a marine wrought iron wall art featuring a palette of tropical hues. The design, crafted in Bali by Ketut Parwati, comes in the shape of a cute fish with little flowers gracefully growing inside for a whimsical touch.

Asunta Pelaez in Peru works in the traditional technique of reverse-painted glass to create this lovely decorative box. The wood box is set with panes of glass that have been painted on their reverse sides with elegant fish motifs in rich jewel tones. Soft bronze-toned paint accents the edges of the multipurpose box.

Peru's Asunta Pelaez works in the time-honoured technique of reverse-painted glass to create this lovely decorative box. The wood box is set with panes of glass that have been painted on their reverse sides with elegant fish motifs in rich jewel tones. Silver-toned paint accents the edges of the multipurpose box.

Working in the time-honoured technique of reverse-painted glass, Peru's Asunta Pelaez creates this lovely decorative box. The wood box is set with panes of glass that have been painted on their reverse sides with elegant fish motifs in rich jewel tones. Gold paint accents the edges of the multipurpose box.

Creating a circular composition, a family of three sea turtles is hand-carved from suar wood and given a whitewashed finish. Balinese artisan Made Mulyani creates this relief, which brings the beauty of the ocean to any space.

Wise and serene turtles swim in a charming creation by Java's Retno Pratiwi. The artisan pays homage to the regional ocean with this pule wood wall art, whose turtle shape symbolizes wisdom. Painted with diverse batik motifs in a palette of brow hues, this exquisite accessory is also equipped with a hook for easy setting.

Decorative bells can add a lot of uniqueness, character and warmth to your space, especially if they are adorned with exquisite hand-painted motifs like this sea life-themed design by Uzbekistan's Fitiev Valery Gennadievich. Crafted from ceramic with natural and glazy finishes, it depicts fish swimming in the ocean while inside features a nut made from the same material that dangles to produce a beautiful sound.

Resembling a colorful village hut, this eye-catching decorative jar from Ghana is designed by Daniel Quarcoo. He works with local artisans, who hand-carve this jar from sese wood, accented by painted designs in red, blue, and yellow. Embossed aluminum on the bottom evokes the tumult of ocean waves. The lid lifts open to reveal a single-compartment interior that is painted black.