coastal decor

Against a body of teal, Bengal tigers and colorful flowers decorate this area rug from India. The intriguing design by Amit Moza features India's chain stitch embroidery in wool on cotton to create the motifs. A cotton canvas backing helps protect the embroidery.

Bold color is the name of the game with pura vida. this beautiful collection of durable, reversible flat-woven dhurries combines the classic simplicity of linear patterns with a decidedly modern palette for a look that's at once casual and sophisticated.

Representing the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire, this dramatic mask depicts a ram with powerful horns. Jute cords form a flowing mane while a man sits atop the head, playing the drum. Salihu Ibrahim carves the image from native sese wood and applies white clay for an aged effect. Among the Baule people, the ram represents strength and is sometimes considered a spirit related with agriculture.

Display stand not included.

Christian Bustamante expertly uses acrylics on canvas to paint the vibrant figure of a red snapper that has just been caught in an energizing yellow background. “For this composition, I drew inspiration from my country’s rich artisanal fishing heritage,” says the Salvadoran artist. “The inspiration sprung from the waters of the sea that sustain so many low-income families in coastal communities, becoming a vital link to the reality around me. The choice to portray a red snapper is not just aesthetic; it is a statement about the cultural and economic importance of this species in people's daily lives. Every stroke and shade in the painting aims to capture the essence of artisanal fishing, an activity that is not just a livelihood but a way to preserve deep-rooted traditions.”

Titled Pesca del Dia in Spanish.

Once a prosperous civilization that throve around present-day Ivory Coast, the splendor of the Baule people has survived the passage of time in the form of stunning artworks that show this culture's relationship with nature. As an homage to their grandeur, Ghanaian artisan Samuel Lovi uses banana leaves to create an exquisite composition, reuniting tradition and beauty in one. Featuring a sepia tone thanks to the natural materials, this wall art portrays a mask made of geometric formations, all framed with an elegant sese wood structure.

Teofilo Choquecahua takes inspiration from the abundant sea life of the Peruvian coasts to create this vivid tapestry. He hand-weaves it on a traditional loom using 100% alpaca wool and adds contrasting textures for depth and visual interest. He signs it on the lower right-hand corner.

The Andean artisan specializes in the style of flat weave native to his hometown of Ayacucho. He has been perfecting his technique since he was 16 years old under the guidance of local master weavers. His work is inspired by the art and history of his homeland.

Maya Artisans of the Yucatan transform copper filigree into a welcoming hammock. Extra large in size, this hammock from Maya Artists of the Yucatan is bordered with crocheted lace, tassels and pinewood beads.

Long before the Spanish arrived upon the coasts of the Yucatan Peninsula, the Maya preferred to sleep and rest in hammocks. They considered the hammock to be like the loving embrace of a mother, due to the comfortable manner in which the body is held and swung within its cradle. Maya Artists of the Yucatan seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Maya hammock. For them, the hammock is a work of art. Their hammocks are incredibly comfortable, easy to maintain, and may be stored just about anywhere.

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

It easily packs for travel to the beach or lake. Extender ropes (measuring 1 meter), hammock hooks ("S" hooks), and step-by-step instructions included for easy installation.

NOTE: Because each is woven individually by hand, measurements may vary by as much as ten centimeters. There may be slight color variations from hammock to hammock.