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Red, brown and golden hues announce the arrival of prosperous and harmonious times while decorating this magical creation by Roxana Alas from El Salvador. The artisan works on plasterboard structures, accenting them with repoussé aluminum sheets that complete this set of three butterfly-themed wall accents with a magical illusion. After adding some decoupage details to enrich the pieces' enchanting vibe, the final touch comes in the form of plastic and glass beads, adorning the wings with a charming look.

Bamboo holds significant cultural and economic importance in South East Asia. In Hindu mythology, bamboo symbolizes good luck and prosperity, and is often given as a gift on auspicious occasions. This intricately detailed relief panel, presented by Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari of Bali, is hand carved from native suar wood and makes the ideal housewarming gift.

Daniel Nyadedzor takes his inspiration from the Bible for these charming Christmas ornaments. The passage tells how Mary and Joseph brought little Jesus to the temple to receive Simon's blessing. "I thought of the ancient priests and how they looked, and then carved these faces," Nyadedzor says.

Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly from those pictured.

Natural pine needles come to life again in a harmonious creation from the traditional Guatemalan lands. The Women Weavers of Tecpan combine natural materials and colorful threads in this round mirror, accented with refined cotton and polyester yarns braided with dedication and love. Ideal for a tropical ambiance with a folk art touch, the piece has a braided cord for hanging.

A wise spirit is ready to leave a seed of enlightenment inside your soul. Illustrating an aspect of the bodhi concept—the philosophical idea of spiritual awakening in Hindu and Buddhist doctrines—Thailand's Narakorn Wongnitkorn creates this radiant wall art made of sturdy iron, covered in gold foil. The piece portrays a leafy branch whose structure continues to grow in a whirlpool as a symbol of eternity.