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'A Gift to the Queen' Silver Necklace (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Item details: 'A Gift to a Queen' necklace is like a sparkling cascade Necklace highlighted by drops of venetian-style blue glass Exquisite choker necklace encased in sterling silver Original design by I Nyoman Suarjana that is steeped in elegance Artisan Nyoman Suarjana: 'My name is I Nyoman Suarjana and I was born in Bongkasa on January 1, 1968. As farmers with eleven children, my parents couldn't do much for our education. At that time, being able to eat three times a day was good enough for us. My uncle, I Nyoman Punduh, was the one who brought new color into my life. In 1989, he asked me to work with him and taught me how to make art works from silver. Thanks to him, now I can produce various kinds of jewelry made of silver, and make my dreams come true.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce slight variations in color, form, and sizing. All measurements are approximate. Please do not get your jewelry wet. Treat it as if it were 2,000 years old. Avoid handling the glass: oils from your hands may alter the glass color and remove its luster. Clean the silver with a cloth, but try not to rub the ancient glass. Treatment code CR. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Aari Floral' Wool Handbag (India)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Aari Floral' wool handbag is crafted of wool and covered with aari embroidery Fabric bags features violets bloom on a scarlet handbag Bag fully lined Purse also features a convenient inner pocket Tie closure Dry clean only Product details: 'Hello, I am Sumiya and I was born in Kashmir. For generations, my entire family has been dedicated to different art forms that originate from Kashmir, including shawls and stoles, rugs, papier mache, wood accents. I am the fifth generation dedicated to this art, and I feel very proud to inherit and preserve the family tradition. I enjoy the connection of working within my family's roots and preserving my family's legacy.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Ancient Charm' Turquoise Silver Pendant (China)
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Product details: 'Ancient Charm' turquoise silver pendant shows the thriving artisanship of China Braided pendant has been made from brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry item has a look much like an ancient charm Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Batubulan' Set of Four Placemats (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Item Details: Batubulan table placemats highlight the beauty of Indonesian handicraft Kitchen decor gives a natural accent to your setting Each dining accessory is neatly woven by hand Crafted mostly from fragrant roots and a hint of cotton thread Placemats measure 19.5 inches wide x 14 inches long Set made for 4 Dry clean only Artisan Behind the Item: 'My name is Liem Hauw and I was born on August 31, 1969 in Java. I started to work in 1995 after graduating from the university. I worked at some residential projects and hotels. I began by opening an art workshop in Bali. I work with textiles made from natural materials such as fragrant root, sea grass, water hyacinth, and many others. Maybe God had planned this way of life for me. My works became recognized and I started to make my own curtains, blinds, floor mats, mosquito nets, cushions, table runners, etc. Now I also produce frames, vases, baskets, and lamps by weaving banana bark, sea grass, and others. I work in metal as well. I keep thinking about expanding my work by creating new designs.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Beautiful' Cabochon Amethyst Silver Earrings (China)
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Product details: 'Beautiful' cabochon amethyst earrings show the thriving artisanship of China Earrings have been made from brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry items have unique look with abstract design Clip posts Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Black Autumn Oak' Cotton Blouse (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. 'Black Autumn Oak' cotton blouse designed with an Indonesian flair Women's apparel features autumn turned oak leaves on a black background Apparel is an original pull-over blouse with a v-neck Long sleeved Hand wash in cold water Available in medium and small Artisan Ketut Suwitra: Ketut Suwitra was born into a family of rice farmers, their village bordering with a jungle in west Bali. Long walks through the jungle fostered a deep appreciation for nature, animals, color, and the beauty of the natural world. While traveling for employment, the colorful fabric market of Denpasar gave him a new sense of design and marketing. Suwitra designs and creates elegant batik and silk wearable art through his unique ability to capture nature's beauty. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weights, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Blossom' Hair Clip (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Blossom' hair clip based on an Indonesian design concept dating back hundreds of years Hair clip is handcrafted with dedication and passion Handmade jewelry piece adds exceptional distinction to any collection of fine jewelry Artisan story: Under the tutelage of his uncle, Wayan Sarjana has fine-tuned his silversmithing skills to become one of the most talented and innovative craftsmen in his village.Sarjana, an amateur historiographer, returns to his roots for inspiration. He elaborates on ancient Indonesian designs to create elegantly unique silver jewelry. 'I was born in a village called Banjar Apuan Singapadu, Sukawati on the island of Bali in the year of 1970. I am the eldest of three children from a family of artists, but I was the first in my family to work with silver.I started to learn at the age of fifteen as an apprentice in my village with a man called Nyoman Regig.After five years I started on my own to produce original pieces that I sold to local shops. And slowly I was able to save enough money to make my own workshop at home, where I work still until this day.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weights, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Blossom' Mother of Pearl Sterling Silver Ring (China)
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Product details: 'Blossom' mother of pearl silver ring made using proven chinese techniques Ring has been fashioned from brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry item features iridescent canary and pink mother of pearl Silver accents Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code N. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Blue Stars' Talavera Tile Mirror (Mexico)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: The 'Blue Stars' talavera tile mirror is a spicy taste of the Mexican countryside distilled in a reflection Dazzling mirror pirouettes ceramic, light, and tin Traditional home decor item engages the eyes in a blue and yellow kaleidoscope-like pattern Mirror included with frame Artisan Manuel Mendoza: 'I enjoy working with tin plate because it takes any form you want - animals, suns, moons, eclipses, flowers and stars. On the other hand, when rusted, it takes different hues that embellish our designs. Hola, my name is Manuel Mendoza Vazquez and I'm twenty-nine. I was born in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato where I've lived all my life. Beginning with my grandparents, my family has made tin handicrafts for more than forty years, and six years ago I started my own workshop. Today, we are a team of twenty-five persons. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Braids' Cotton and Leather Handbag (Peru)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product Features: This handbag is a fine example of the traditional art of Peru's Shipibo people Fine black lines trace narrow paths across white cotton Artisans Giuliana and Carmen fashion the fabric into a beautiful handbag with leather trim The lined interior includes a convenient pocket, and the handles attach with bull horn hoops Features a magnetic button closure The Story Behind the Art: Artisans Giuliana and Carmen say, 'We find a way to design and apply details, including Peruvian elements that together make up a whole. We both took courses on design so we could achieve the best shapes as well as the best quality. Each line we draw takes us on a discovery of what to do. We let our imaginations fly together so we may arrive at an original design.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
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'Brave Red' Beaded Handbag (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Brave Red' handbag offers a style nearly as gorgeous as its wearer Handbag features clusters of scarlet sequins Delightful red handbag by Ni Luh Putu Rusmini Beaded diamonds on shimmery crimson accent this perfect piece Closes with a magnetic button Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. Artisan Ni Luh Putu Rusmini: 'In 1990 I married a Javanese man named Koko. Because of his profession, we had to move to Java. However, by 1997 we moved back to Bali and decided to change our professions. We began to craft a variety of accessories, home furnishings and decorative items. I like to combine colorful beads and sequins to create compositions that are fashionable and trendy. I also work with natural materials, for example when crafting notebooks and photo albums.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Buddha with Lotus' Lava Stone Candleholder (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Buddha with Lotus' lava stone candleholder has been hand-detailed with Zen like precision Buddha candle holder sits in a classic meditative yoga position Home decor item's lotus blossom holds a single votive light Cahyoko casts this exquisite candleholder from a mixture of ground lava stone and resin The piece arrives in a gift box Candle(s) not included Available in black or white Artisan Cahyoko: 'Hello. I'm Cahyoko Bahar Sarjito. I am an artist of sandstone creations. Sandstone has specific characteristics that every artist must know about. It has a natural beauty of color - it has a specific hardness, and structure. We cannot change its structure but we can change its shape into a beautiful work of art. Its nature is the source of inspiration. Most of my creations are Javanese in style, inspired by temples in Java. Recently I have developed a simple geometric style for my works, which mostly functional.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Budding Bluebells' Chrysocolla Earrings (Peru)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product Features Add a touch of elegance to any outfit with these 'Budding Bluebell' earrings Earrings feature Chrysocolla buds set to blossom with ravishing elegance in an original design by Giovanna Larnia Hook earrings exude exceptional beauty as they hang from silver hoops The artisan surrounds the blue-green gems with fine silver filigree petals that are crafted by hand 1000 and .950 silver ratings Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. The Story Behind the Product Giovanna Paola Larnia is a self-taught jewelry designer who has developed her own style based on the pre-Inca Tallanes and Vicus cultures. She has spent most of her time developing new designs, in planning for a future exhibit of her works. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements and weights may vary slightly. Treatment code ???. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Bunga Matahari' Handbag (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Bunga Matahari' handbag with a Sunflower pattern Handbag's design embroidered on a green or brown cotton bag by Herry Sanusi Bag is lined with 100-percent cotton Features an internal pocket. Artisan Herry Sanusi: 'At first, it was hard for me to stand on my own and have people recognize my own work, they always connected my works to my parents' name. This prompted me to work even harder to create original designs and high quality products. I wanted to prove to the world that I could be as good as my parents, and perhaps even better. Thank God people finally accepted and admired my work.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weights, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Cafe Romance' Handbag (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Cafe Romance' handbag offer a style nearly as gorgeous as its wearer Handbag has shades of brown coffee and cream Delightful handbag by Ni Luh Putu Rusmini Bead and sequins accent this perfect piece generous straps and closes with a magnetic button Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. Artisan Ni Luh Putu Rusmini: 'In 1990 I married a Javanese man named Koko. Because of his profession, we had to move to Java. However, by 1997 we moved back to Bali and decided to change our professions. We began to craft a variety of accessories, home furnishings and decorative items. I like to combine colorful beads and sequins to create compositions that are fashionable and trendy. I also work with natural materials, for example when crafting notebooks and photo albums.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Cartouche' Garnet Silver Necklace (Israel)
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Product details: 'Cartouche' silver necklace masterfully crafted with captivating garnet Pendant features engraved Egyptian hieroglyphs with bezel set garnet Handmade jewelry item adds a Near Eastern charm to your collection 16 inch long silver box chain Story behind the item: These items are made in a small studio in the North of Israel in a town called Tivon (half way between Haifa and Nazareth).The studio is owned by Avihu Zur, a master craftsman, painter, organic farmer, gourmet chef, and father of five. Avihu's studio employs many talented jewelers including Bedouin women who come from nearby Arab villages. Avihu is known for his pioneering and superior quality craftsmanship with roman glass jewelry and sells to fine galleries on four continents. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce slight variations in color, form, and sizing. All measurements are approximate. Please do not get your jewelry wet. Treat it as if it were 2,000 years old. Avoid handling the glass: oils from your hands may alter the glass color and remove its luster. Clean the silver with a cloth, but try not to rub the ancient glass. Treatment code N. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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