wooden owl

Knotted by hand of red cotton cords, a perky owl centers this necklace by Chaloemphon. Beads of rain tree wood become the eyes, and the necklace slips over the head.

Using bring red, teal and black, Indian artisan Fida Hussain diligently hand paints a vibrant owl onto the surface of his decorative box. Hand carved from weeping willow wood, the box is layered with papier mache before being buffed, painted, and lacquered with a protective, glossy finish.

Crafted of cotton, two colorful owls are depicted in this delightful pair of mobiles from Thailand. Thikaporn designs the mobiles, which are further enhanced by beads of glass and raintree wood. Two gold-tone aluminum leaves dangle, and aluminum bells make a ringing sound.

These delightful ceramic owl figurines by Guatemala’s Jose Arriola bring ancient Mayan wisdom straight to your space with their vibrant colors and endearing family grouping. Each tecolote—the beautiful náhuatl term for owl—showcases intricate hand-painted details that emerge from the region's time-honored ceramic traditions. Artisans masterfully shape and fire these charming accessories using traditional high-temperature techniques with charcoal and wood-fueled grills, creating sturdy companions that radiate warmth and cultural authenticity. The trio's expressive faces and rich glazes make them perfect for adding personality to shelves, desks or anywhere you want a touch of Central American artistry.

Let the magic of nature take over your home decor with this handcrafted accessory made by master artisan Percy Rojas from Peru. As an expert in traditional craftsmanship, Percy hand-carves these dried calabash gourds, transforming them into little owls painted by hand in a sublime red hue. Then, each little bird is set into a mobile accented with pinewood beads and a handy ring, all joined by a cotton cord that allows the artisan's design to create a mystic aura.

Start your work day off right with Fida Hussain's charming and practical pen holder. The Indian artisan starts by using the traditional art of papier mache to hand craft the holder before buffing and hand painting the exterior with a bright owl motif. Finally, the artisan coats the decorative box with a glossy lacquer for a protective finish.