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Relive the splendor of the African Kingdoms with this stunning curated gift from Ghana, crafted by local artisans with expertise in diverse arts. Made in honor of these lands full of rich heritage, the set includes Abdul Aziz Mohamadu's sese wood and brass mask, made in the region's traditional style; Robert Lanyo's semi-abstract ebony wood sculpture for a sophisticated ambiance; and Victor Dushie's sese wood decorative box accented with aluminum and brass details.

Mexican artisans Pablo and Lucy Mendez invite you to the realm of the Alebrije nature with this curated gift set full of culture, artistry and tradition. Working on copal wood, the artists recreate Pedro Linares' fever dream, crafting a butterfly sculpture, a dragonfly figurine and a butterfly-themed bookmark. Each piece is painted by hand in a palette of intense colors, making this curated gift box perfect for a vibrant ambiance.

The vibrant and everchanging colors of the chameleon are beautifully spread around the creations that compose this wonderful curated gift set. Mexican artisans Jesus, Roxana, Armando Sobreyra and Maria Jose Artes work together to fill this box with a festive and glamorous aura, displayed in a copal wood alebrije chameleon figurine painted by hand, a Talavera-inspired ceramic flower pot, and a handwoven Zapotec wool rug of vibrant stripes.

Feeling lucky? Then you shouldn’t miss this awe-inspiring gift set from Thailand, especially curated by the NOVICA team, which includes three stunning accessories centered around elements believed to bring good fortune and blessings. Like the cheerful hand-painted elephant motif that graces the front pocket of a lovely blue cotton shoulder bag, adorned with coconut shell buttons, yellow cotton cords and rain tree wood beads. The fully lined bag has an inner zippered pocket to keep small items handy. Just like the majestic Thai pachyderm, the legendary Chinese coin is said to bring wealth and success. Brass replicas of the iconic coin grace an eye-catching wristband bracelet skillfully set on a braided cord and adorned with glass and rain tree wood beads that serve as the button closure. And last, but not least--the legendary Japanese Maneki-neko cat raising one paw is also a symbol of good luck. It inspires an endearing celadon ceramic figurine of an adorable feline, in this case raising both paws and looking very playful, that will be a whimsical addition to your space.

Felines make human existence fun, sweet and tender, inspiring three Armenian artisans to honor the family's kitten with diverse creations of artistic charm. Included in a curated gift set, these exquisite designs feature the region's perspective on art in various styles. First, Anush and Karo present a ceramic bell ornament featuring a gracious kitty playing the guitar, all painted by hand. Next, Vahe Mnacakanyan captures the feline spirit in an elm tree wood and stainless steel sculpture with a minimalist charm. Finally, Movses Hovsepian allows you to carry the cunning cat aura with a sterling silver pendant necklace of modern allure.

The splendid accessories featured in this lovely gift set curated by the NOVICA team are exquisitely crafted in Armenia and showcase the colorful and sweet pomegranate, known locally as nur, a symbol of fertile and abundant times in the country. The red and vibrant fruit is beautifully hand-painted on a fashionable cotton tote bag boasting ample space and an open top for easy use during a shopping spree or a weekend on the beach. A delightful figurine also celebrates the iconic Armenian fruit, masterfully carved from linden tree wood and intricately painted in a dazzling red shade. Sterling silver is shaped like the beloved pomegranate in a pair of button earrings of contemporary allure, the perfect complement to any outfit with their sophisticated, geometric style.

Curated from the NOVICA Collection, this splendid gift box is a selection of three items that have meditation as the central theme and that are entirely crafted by hand in Indonesia. The first item that stands out is a delightful sculpture of a meditating cat hand-carved from suar wood by Nengah Sudarsana. There is also a colorful rayon bunting by Desak Nyoman Parwati where each flag is painted by hand with chakra motifs using batik techniques. And for a dash of style, Komang Agus Saputra designs a pendant necklace featuring the Om symbol crafted from coconut shell with a faux leather cord and wood beads.

If you are a cat lover, then this gift box curated from the NOVICA Collection is simply "purrfect" for you. A selection of stunning cat-themed products made by hand by Indonesian artisans and delightfully wrapped will quench your thirst for all things feline. First, fall in love with a charming cat sculpture painted and carved by hand from suar wood by Nengah Sudarsana that will warm your home. You can complement the cat theme in the same space with a doorstop by Sarwaedi also hand-carved from suar wood and featuring the most adorable kitten taking a nap. And if you want to keep these adorable creatures even closer, you can do so with this pair of sterling silver drop earrings by Nyoman Rena with colorful amethyst gemstones.