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Wisdom allows love to survive time, as this intaglio print by Lilit Vagharshyan shows through whimsical details. The Armenian artist uses ink on paper to portray a couple of owls in love, spreading a tender message in honor of romance.

This signed print has an acrylic frame.

The playful facet of romance assumes the shape of a feline couple in this intaglio print from Armenia. Showing masterful expertise, artist Lilit Vagharshyan creates the scene with dark dyes printed on paper. The artwork portrays a pair of cats united by their tails, symbolizing love in its noble state.

The print arrives framed and signed.

Two elephants look at each other with tender affection in this intaglio print by Armenia's Lilit Vagharshyan. The artist uses this ink-on-paper technique to portray the romantic scene in rich detail, sending a message of love and wisdom through symbolic elements.

The print arrives framed and signed.

Alejandro Camacho depicts a a tender couple sharing a kiss, as symbolic of world peace. In this work of art, sailboats ply distant waters and a cool breeze caresses the couple's hair. Every detail is achieved with a traditional linoleum block print technique.

"Peace is a concrete concept in the interaction between both individuals and societies," the artist says. "In today's world, it seems utopian," the Mexican artist says. "We will need to work to achieve it, and then it must be taught and also applied to generate social agreements of coexistence based on empathy and respect.

“For me the love of this couple symbolizes the concept of world peace," the artist continues. "When we are in love we see the world in a different way, with a positive passivity and tranquility. This love is the basis of universal love – from individuals, to villages, to nations. The union that exists between a couple who love truly, well, only in this way can we all unite as one to bring about world peace.

"Humans must experience being in love to truly understand world peace. Peace implies empathy, admiration, and the respect to live in harmony with each other. By creating internal peace we can then replicate that feeling in society. The love between people generates harmony, understanding, well being, and respect. And these each in turn generate peace. To be in love is to live in peace.”

Armenian artisan Anna Nasibyan's delightful papier mache ornament depicts a sweet girl dressed in a heart print blue dress, holding a bright red heart in her hand to give to that special someone. Exquisitely crafted and painted by hand, this unique creation is not just a mere decoration but a sincere expression of love that will touch anyone who receives it. The colorful accessory can be displayed on your favorite spot from the accompanying jute cord.

Artisan Ana Maria Gonzalez of Mexico decorates this lovely jewelry box with an enchanting decoupage print. Crafted from pinewood, the accessory decorates its classic shape with an interior mirror and a lovely image on the lid, portraying butterflies flying around a heart as a symbol of hope and transformation.

A sweet, golden-hued duo of hearts comes together with a pair of delicate paisleys to create this lovely set of four Christmas ornaments presented by India’s Arti Sharma. Each decoration is cut out from paperboard and covered with a polyester fabric boasting gorgeous printed floral and leaf patterns. Complete with zari cords for effortless hanging, these ornaments will add a touch of warmth and sophistication to your holiday decor.

By the Jalapa Girl Jewelsmiths of Guatemala, this pendant necklace makes the perfect gift for the loved ones in your life. A stone of natural rose quartz combines with a fine silver pendant that reads "Loved" on one one side and "Amado" on the other. The pendant centers a length of brown leather cord, which closes with a silver clasp accented with a charm. The artisan stamps her finger print on the charm.

Jalapa Girl Jewelsmiths is an organization dedicated to providing local girls with mentorship and artisanal skills during their formative years.

Indian artist Shikha Kaistha captures the moment when prince Rama and princess Sita came face to face after their wedding in this lovely watercolor painting. The artist uses blue, pink, and yellow hues on handmade paper to commemorate the adoring couple and their eternal union.