gifts for artists

Combining gemstones in a multitude of colors, Indian artisan Shanker handcrafts a festive, yet elegant pair of earrings. Featuring 21 total carats set in sterling silver, the unique chandelier design dances with brilliance.

Presented by Alok Jain, a colorful flower centers a length of sterling silver cable chain in this pendant necklace from India. Local artisans craft it with petals of garnet, carnelian, citrine, peridot, iolite, and amethyst that circle a center of blue topaz. The sparkling faceted stones weigh over three carats altogether.

From Indonesian artisan Putu Putri comes this exquisite pendant necklace. A beautiful, ornate fern handcrafted out of sterling silver hangs from a woven black leather cord, combining elegance and simplicity. The pendant is studded with the following dazzling gemstones: two garnets, a peridot, an amethyst, blue topaz, and citrine.

Two carats of faceted gemstones sparkle in this beautiful wrap ring from Bali. Artisan Made Sugi handcrafts the ring from sterling silver, adorning the front with a trillion of garnet, a rectangular amethyst, and an oval peridot. The three stones stand out magnificently against the oxidized sterling silver band which is decorated with traditional Balinese bun and jawan motifs.

The alley cat does her best to stay in the shadows. Contending with other night creatures, the feline also prefers to be neither seen nor heard. No wonder they call them "cat burglars!" The nocturnal nature of the notorious alley prowler is captured in beautiful detail by Balinese artisan Made Wardika. The circular pendant features a smiling crescent-moon, hand-carved from bone, with a cat of sterling silver sitting beside it. A pair of faceted garnet gemstones flank them, while the top and bottom are adorned with amethyst and peridot gems. The entire necklace receives a combination of oxidized and high-polish finishes for stunning visual contrast.