artisan instruments

The ancient melody of the duduk plays again, thanks to the talented hands of Armenian artisan Hayk Galstyan. Proud of the ancestral grandeur of this thriving region, the artisan works with apricot tree wood to create this traditional wind instrument in a dapper brow hue ornamented with leafy details, evoking the Armenian palaces. Equipped with a reed, the piece arrives in a sturdy round case decorated with classic motifs for a lustrous display.

The harmonious and vibrant Ghanaian melodies are ready to add the region's spirit to your day. Fredrick Affum's classic djembe drum is crafted by local artisans who capture the country's vibe in every detail. The instrument features a sese wood structure accented with a goat skin head and polypropene cords in a black hue, beautifully complementing the red wavy pattern and butterfly motif personalizing the drum.

In this evocative acrylic painting on paper, India’s Sunil Jaiswal captures the deep stillness and emotional resonance of musical meditation. The abstract figure, rendered in sweeping strokes of crimson, charcoal and sepia, appears both grounded and fluid, its form shaped by the rhythm of an unseen melody. A slender stringed instrument rises through the center, merging with the silhouette as though music and being have become one. The brushstrokes ripple outward like waves of sound, creating a sense of motion and inner vibration. The bold red at the base symbolizes passion and life-force, while the darker shades above convey introspection and spiritual depth. The stylized head, with an elegant, quiet profile, evokes contemplation—an artist or seeker immersed in the healing silence between notes. Jaiswal’s signature abstract style brings together movement, mindfulness and artistic grace in a single harmonious composition.

Relax in this attractive and durable nylon hand crafted hammock striped in bright blue, yellow, red and green. This single-sized hammock is presented by the Maya Artists of the Yucatan of Mexico, who say about their work: "We seek to preserve time-honored customs while also offering stylized versions of the original Mayan hammock. For us, the hammock is a work of art.“

Please note: The accompanying extension ropes may vary in color from those shown in the images.

A cheerful pair of friends will fill your evenings with music and joy. This pair of ocarinas is handmade by Peruvian artisan Dionisio Quilla, inspired by typical birds of the region. The ocarinas represent a colorful Andean cock-of-the-rock and a playful parrot that will be the ideal decoration for any interior.

“Sailing has always been practiced by our ancestors. Every region in Indonesia has differences in how to calculate wind direction. Sailors will use the stars as a guide when they are in the middle of the sea. This artwork conveys always having the courage to sail through life,” says Javanese artist Pramono Hadi of this striking abstract piece. Bold strokes of red, yellow, green, blue and black acrylics create a modern composition that commands attention wherever it’s placed.

Indian artist Sunil Jaiswal visualizes the beauty of musical meditation through fluid movements and symbolic harmony in this mesmerizing acrylic painting. Rendered in rich shades of crimson, blush pink and deep charcoal, the artwork features a serene, blindfolded female profile, her closed vision symbolizing inner awakening and introspection. A radiant sun-like halo crowns her head, suggesting enlightenment born through sound and silence. Flowing brushstrokes spiral around her form like a melodic rhythm, becoming both instrument and energy. A curved stringed motif runs through the center, grounding the meditation in music’s gentle pulse. Delicate birds perched along the upper arc and lower curve bring a sense of freedom, peace and natural rhythm, as though the melody extends beyond the figure into the world around her.

From Andean artisan Dina comes a pair of charming beaded stretch bracelets in warm tones with an Inca-inspired style. Serpentine serves as the highlight of one of the bracelets while agate is the focal point of the other; both include handcrafted ceramic beads in subtle earth tones.

The environment always comes first for Grettel Sandoval. The Costa Rican artisan handcrafts this red and gold geometric themed windchime with recycled glass she collects from factories that dispose of this material.

"I love to capture my emotions and moods when designing. My pieces have a cultural meaning since I aim to represent Costa Rican nature and also the strength and the spirit of Costa Rican women," Grettel says.