By Ayanna
I get a little happy every time I see these ornaments. I had originally put them on a Christmas tree--they were the extra special touch among all the traditional stuff. My family thought they were cool and even wanted some. And actually, they are still on display, long after the Christmas decorations were put away.
By Candis
These earrings are elegant and beautifully crafted. Lighter weight than I expected which makes them comfortable to wear. Among my favorite of many Novica pieces I cherish.
By NANCY
Barong is now busy protecting the house, frightening evil spirits but grinning heartily at the rest of us. He has added a colorful and life-enhancing presence that is a delight to encounter daily. After his arrival I particularly enjoyed watching Barong dance rituals on YouTube and highly recommend them to anyone contemplating ordering the mask since you ll understand his significance and character better. Incidentally, I had no trouble hanging him on the wall with a tiny bit of ingenuity.
"In Java... batik is closely associated with traditional ceremonies. There are philosophies contained in the art of batik."
Update 2023"I was born into an artisan family ā that's why I decided to work in wood batik, especially since this job also provides income for my... read more
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