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Ducks are often related to cheerfulness, loyalty and protection. These elegant birds inspire Java's Ira S. to hand-carve gorgeous wood sculptures from bamboo and teak wood. This time, Ira presents a brave duck as a captain wearing a gallant uniform and a little white hat to travel the sea.

Garuda is a mythical, gigantic eagle-like bird. On a level comparable to that of the gods and their infinite might, Garuda was designated Lord Vishnu's vehicle for traveling between heaven and earth. Carved by hand from acacia wood, this splendid mask is the work of Made Mulyani.

Please note that wood color and grain can vary significantly from one piece to the next; this makes each mask a unique piece of art.

With his pack slung over his shoulder, Buddha takes a stroll down a country road. Balinese artisan Sarwaedi hand-carves a suar wood sculpture, realizing this happy religious figure with an impressive degree of detail. He gives the sculpture a finish that accentuates the natural grain of the wood.

Full of traditional meaning, this oware table set is made of white ofram wood. Patiently carved by Kofi 'Tall' Agudoawu, it is finished with linseed oil and wax. The game board is complemented with shiny beads made of recycled, non-toxic lightweight plastic. Sankofa Anoma means "the bird that's looking backwards," a linguistic and traditional symbol of the Akan people of Ghana, referring to the admonition "looking into one's past as a condition for embarking on a successful enterprise or venture in the future."

Oware is a game of skill and strategy designed for two players, challenging mental agility and alertness. The objective can be briefly described as "counting and capturing beads" and there are no chance factors involved. A player's strategy entirely depends upon reasoning and counting abilities.

A cute tiny doll adorns a vibrant design presented by India's Himani Gupta. Perfect for everyday use, this cotton toiletry bag features a patchwork pattern in citron, emerald, tangerine and strawberry hues. In addition, it comes with a zipper closure and two interior open pockets, making it a convenient accessory you can carry anywhere.

Brought to you by the Wiracana Hand Fan workshop in Bali, this mahogany and silk fan is painted with three graceful green peacock feathers, all laid in the same direction, as though pointing you toward a particular path. Whether you want to use it or simply put it on display, it's sure to impress everyone who sees it.

A sweet tiny doll embellishes this charming design presented by India's Himani Gupta. This cotton toiletry bag features a patchwork pattern in azure, cyan, red and crimson tones. It also has a zippered opening and two interior open pockets, making a handy accessory you can carry anywhere.

Garuda is the eagle god who travels between heaven and earth. His image is very common in Balinese cremation ceremonies. Legend says that two gargantuan underworld serpents enslaved the Garuda. When he broke free, he flew directly to the heavens and became immortal.

Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family carves the intricate and beautiful mask by hand of Balinese suar wood. The artisan carries on the extraordinary art work of her late father, Nyoman Subrata.