magic ring

India’s Sunil Jaiswal works with acrylics on paper to execute this charming naif painting featuring a rounded bird with a large, expressive eye and a simplified, rounded body. The primary colors are shades of warm reds, deep oranges and terracotta browns, blended to give the bird volume. A distinctive feature is the large, fan-like plume of feathers extending from the back of the head, which transitions from dark orange-brown near the body to lighter, muted tones of grey and white at the tips, creating a textured, layered effect. The edges are jagged and sharp, adding a dynamic, almost punk-rock flair to the otherwise sweet creature.

Directly from the stunning landscapes of the always-beautiful Costa Rica, Ruth Guevara's newest pendant necklace portrays the wondrous fauna that wanders the rainforest. Working on a calabash gourd piece, the artisan paints an adorable toucan in colorful hues, representing the region's magic spirit. As a natural accent, pinewood beads adorn the accessory, whose ivory cord can be adjusted through a sliding knot.

A garden doesn't need walls to grow. This handwoven round wool area rug carries an entire living landscape within its circular bounds, its surface alive with chain-stitched birds nestled among flowering branches rendered in the finest tradition of Indian embroidery. Every stitch follows a centuries-old technique, yet the design feels as fresh and spirited as a spring morning. With a sturdy cotton backing and a silhouette that draws the eye inward like a blooming mandala, Amit Moza’s creation grounds any space with the quiet magic of a world in full bloom.

Natural scenes from the Costa Rican lands are captured through exquisite mosaics in the Herrera Perlaza Family Artisans' newest collection. Expressing love for nature, the team uses teak wood to create this charming decorative box, whose sturdy structure in a natural brown hue is enhanced by the glass artwork on the lid, depicting a hummingbird between leaves—a representation of magical realism.