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With the arrival of spring, new life starts to grow in nature. Inspired by the sweetness of the season, Balinese artisan Anak Agung Ary decorates this sturdy suar wood decorative box with a tender composition depicting a bird feeding its little chicks, resting in a green tree that protects them. The accessory also comes with a faux velvet lining and a puzzle closure.

Santa Claus makes a happy appearance as ornaments from Bali. Wayan Cidra, from Bhakti Senang Hat, crafts each albesia wood ornament by hand and paints two in maroon and two in green. The set of four ornaments hangs from golden cords.

"I'm the youngest of five siblings and our parents are farmers in Gianyar. I never went to school because of my parent's financial limitations, and also because I got poliomyelitis when I was just a child and it left me with weakened knees. I wanted to help my parents in some way, so I have been crafting ornaments since I was 14 years old. I felt so proud to myself when I received my very first income. Although I'm not really happy with my physical condition, I'm happy doing ornaments and hopefully my products can make more people happy. My hobby is singing traditional Balinese songs. I'm married and we have a son and a daughter. My wife is the one who helps me in making these ornaments, which I hope makes people’s Christmas happier."

The teak forests thrive with magnificence, providing the Javanese island with the necessary wood to make the region a welcoming home. Inspired by those forests that have given so much to his community, artist Aldi uses acrylic on canvas to create this impressionist painting, whose green hues immortalize Java's sylvan beauty.

The piece arrives signed and unstretched.

Old Saint Nick is as festive as the Christmas star in a set of four ornaments from Bali. Wayan Cidra, from Bhakti Senang Hat, crafts each albesia wood ornament by hand and paints two in maroon and two in green. The set of four ornaments hangs from golden cords.

"I'm the youngest of five siblings and our parents are farmers in Gianyar. I never went to school because of my parent's financial limitations, and also because I got poliomyelitis when I was just a child and it left me with weakened knees. I wanted to help my parents in some way, so I have been crafting ornaments since I was 14 years old. I felt so proud to myself when I received my very first income. Although I'm not really happy with my physical condition, I'm happy doing ornaments and hopefully my products can make more people happy. My hobby is singing traditional Balinese songs. I'm married and we have a son and a daughter. My wife is the one who helps me in making these ornaments, which I hope makes people’s Christmas happier."

Sharp and bold figures merge in a magnificent composition by Bali's Kasiyanto. Exuding strength and courage, this acrylic painting inspired by the region's classic arts aims to send a profound message: "Most humans wear masks to cover their shortcomings even though God created humans as the best creatures above other creatures," as the artist says.

The composition arrives signed and unstretched.

Wise and mystic, the owls in Made Arsa's newest sculpture represent the magical side of the Balinese forest. The artisan works with jempinis wood and natural benalu pieces to create this stunning composition, whose details immortalize the region's natural richness.

Abstract acrylic brushstrokes take you to a time of divine landscapes and enchanting stories. Javanese artist Pramono Hadi uses warm hues to create this captivating piece, inspired by the region's past: "A princess or queen of the Medang kingdom, named Pramodya Wadhani, married Rakai Pikatan and unified two large families who were previously at odds. The unification of these two dynasties certainly had a positive impact on religious tolerance between Buddhists and Hindus in Java at that time."

The composition arrives signed and unstretched.

Designed by Ira S., this statuette makes a great gift for a grandfather or anyone interested in WWII. Balinese artisans use bamboo root for the duck's body and durable teak wood for his body, diligently hand carving the soldier with thoughtful details. Painted in WWII bomber garb, this duck is ready to fly.