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As a new day dawns on the orange horizon, every subject of the Earth awakens to a heavenly glow. The line between realism and fantasy stimulates the human imagination just as dreaming of a world flourishing with peace.

Ida Ratna Ningrum conceptualizes the beginning of a new era of peace in this enchanting painting as she depicts an idyllic view into a blooming world of nature. The artist explains that the young girl sits protected under a tree in a thriving green field of harmonious flowers, far from the clutches of monolithic urban society. Finding hope in nature, the young girl embraces a dim globe to bring rejuvenation and a return to innocence, symbolizing the human concept of harmony.

Circling above, a flock of doves foreshadows the cleansing of the world's conscience, themselves being symbols of purity and modesty since ancient times. As humanity is both destined and doomed to a cyclical existence, the arrival of ancient symbols signals great changes to come.

"My definition of world peace is the desire of every human being, all who decide and choose to be at peace in their own way. If humans realize we can all choose to make peace by asking God to give us a heart that is peaceful and calm, then there will be no war. My hope for world peace is that all human beings can individually create something good and respect each other, and then peace will be established," the artist confides.

"My definition of world peace is the desire of every human being who decides and chooses to be at peace in their own way. If humans realize we can all choose to make peace by asking God to give us a heart that is peaceful and calm, then there will be no war. My hope for world peace is that all beings can individually create something good and respect each other, and then peace will be established," says Ida Ratna Ningrum.

The artist advocates for harmony and goodwill with her daydream-like painting "Pray for Peace." With idyllic realism, Ida creates a desert landscape symbolic of societal conflicts and scarcity, dominated by a prayerful young woman in a pink dress.

The artist explains that the cat and white rabbit symbolize rebirth and new beginnings, respectively, as they accompany the girl in her quest for peace. Circling above, white doves soar freely, symbolizing the release of a new period of peace under a pure blue sky. Thriving around the young woman, cacti, prickly pears and aloe represent the protection provided by mother nature, even in times of friction. An encouraging reminder of human resilience, the painting calls for a new peaceful era on planet Earth.

"Peace is the desire of every human being around the world," says the artist. "Prayer is a method of expression from a person to God and the universe. A sad girl sees a beautiful world without any feelings of peace, as if there is always war. She prays to God that the world will always be at peace without any war. If the world is free from war, the world will be peaceful, serene, and prosperous."

A crimson monolith arises amid soft clouds of grey and aqua. They swirl gently around the fiery pillar, caressing its ardent surface. "I am obsessed with the concept of power," Made Ardika muses. "I use red here to express its force. It stands out against the calmer colors that surround it." The Balinese artist works in acrylics on canvas to create the dramatic painting.

Sophisticated, luxurious and tropical, Govinda's newest design is an homage to Bali's rich nature and classic style. Crafted by local artisans, this ate grass and rattan handle bag features sterling silver accents with embossed bird and floral details, creating an intricate accessory full of style. With a drawstring closure, the bag also has a labradorite stone at the center, believed to attract peace and calm.

This handcrafted cocktail ring by Oka Narmada pairs luminous gold with smooth kyanite—known for its calming, meditative energy. The organic-shaped, 18k gold-plated sterling silver setting offers a modern contrast to the oval stone’s cool, oceanic depths. It’s a striking piece with soulful power—made to stand out, yet feel like you’ve always owned it.

Bali artisan Nyoman Ariawan crafts a meditation ring that is rich with cultural interest. The unisex sterling silver band ring is adorned with curling samsi motifs. A kind of Buddhist motif popular in China, samsi designs are often found on the lion statues that stand guard in Buddhist temples. The decorated center portion of the meditation ring spins freely on the band.

Looking cool, calm, and collected is no problem with Oka Narmada's finely crafted men's ring. Balinese artisans use an irregular dot motif with an oxidized finish to embellish the top of the ring, while the inside of the band is treated in a contrasting high polish finish.

Atop a broad, hammered sterling silver band, a narrower silver band with a traditional Balinese pattern spins freely around the circumference. At its center, a two-carat faceted blue topaz is captured by a hammered bezel. This striking piece is the work of Ari Gunawan, a young artisan from Bali.

Accompanied by two faceted blue topaz gems, an oval of gleaming purple amethyst centers this cocktail ring from Bali. Budiharta designs ths ring, which is handcrafted with several slender bands of sterling silver that circle the finger.

Buana looks into Egyptian mythology and is inspired by Amun-Ra, the creator deity. As Amun he represents that which is hidden (the sun at night), whilst in Ra he represents revealed divinity (the sun during the day). Buana carves his ebony wood face with admirable detail and sets it on a highly ornate sterling silver ring.

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The serene face of the moon inspires the captivating design of this ring by Buana. Expertly carved in bone, the moon enlightens an ornate sterling silver ring.

Resembling a woven motif, intricate patterns decorate this sterling silver spinner ring from Bali, circling the finger with a bold style. Yus Swarmana designs this classic ring.