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Family of Birds II
Bird-Themed Floral Tree of Life Wall Art from India
Family of Birds II, Bird-Themed Floral Tree of Life Wall Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Against a red background, a family of blue birds explores a lush floral tree. Neelima Gupta creates this piece of hand-painted marble wall art, which is inspired by the centuries-old technique of... read more$309.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Lover Birds
Signed Handmade Bird Art from India
Lover Birds, Signed Handmade Bird Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this sweet painting of two birds perched in a leafy tree. The artisan uses marble dust mixed with a... read more$137.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Spring Fantasy
Hand Crafted Marble Dust Wall Art from India
Spring Fantasy, Hand Crafted Marble Dust Wall Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by the traditional marble relief paintings on Indian temple walls, Neelima Gupta creates this beautiful wall art. Marble dust is used to create the floral relief, which is then carefully... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Midnight Hours
Black Marble Tabletop Analog Clock from Mexico
Midnight Hours, Black Marble Tabletop Analog Clock from Mexico
Sierra Family
Natural back marble brings a sleek, modern look to this new design by the Sierra Family. Although we live in the digital age, where telling time is done with numbers, the artisans choose not to depict... read more$117.99Artist: Sierra Family
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Contempo Splendor
Grey-Brown Marble Modern Tabletop Clock from Mexico
Contempo Splendor, Grey-Brown Marble Modern Tabletop Clock from Mexico
Sierra Family
Revealing a fascinating network of veins, a sleek square of grey-brown marble becomes a handsome clock for the mantle or desktop. The Sierra Family of western Mexico exalts the beauty of the natural... read more$117.99Artist: Sierra Family
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Taupe and Black Triangles
Taupe and Black Marble Wall Decorative Clock from Mexico
Taupe and Black Triangles, Taupe and Black Marble Wall Decorative Clock from Mexico
Sierra Family
We now live in the digital age, but many of us like to have a wall clock in our homes and offices. Working in natural Mexican marble, the Sierra Family creates this handsome wall clock with a simple... read more$117.99Artist: Sierra Family
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The Tree of Life IV
Floral Tree of Life Marble Wall Art from India
The Tree of Life IV, Floral Tree of Life Marble Wall Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Within a floral border against a blue background, colorful birds rest on the branches of the tree of life. Neelima Gupta creates this piece of wall art, which is inspired by the centuries-old... read more$309.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Floral Explosion I
Floral Marble Relief Wall Art
Floral Explosion I, Floral Marble Relief Wall Art
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this hand-painted marble wall art. A floral relief is created using marble dust; the relief... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Apollo
Greek God Theme Signed Marble Resin Wall Sculpture
Apollo, Greek God Theme Signed Marble Resin Wall Sculpture
Claudio Aun
Claudio Aun pays tribute to the Greek god Apollo, son of Leto and Zeus. Sculpted in marble resin, the young god's features are smooth and handsome, and his expression is resolute. The circular plaque... read more$337.99Artist: Claudio Aun
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Floral Cascade II
Framed Hand Painted Floral Marble Relief
Floral Cascade II, Framed Hand Painted Floral Marble Relief
Neelima Gupta
Neelima Gupta creates this hand-painted marble wall art, which is inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples. Marble dust is used to create a floral relief... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Floral Passion
Artisan Crafted Floral Marble Relief Panel
Floral Passion, Artisan Crafted Floral Marble Relief Panel
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this hand-painted marble wall art. Marble dust is used to create a floral relief, which is... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Spring Fantasy II
Hand Painted Floral Marble Relief Panel
Spring Fantasy II, Hand Painted Floral Marble Relief Panel
Neelima Gupta
Neelima Gupta, inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples, creates this hand-painted marble wall art. Marble dust is used to create a floral relief, which is... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Exotic Bird
Framed Hand Crafted Bird Art from India
Exotic Bird, Framed Hand Crafted Bird Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this enchanting painting of a solitary bird singing in a tree of purple blossoms. The artisan uses... read more$137.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Endless Tree I
Framed Handmade Tree Art from India
Endless Tree I, Framed Handmade Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this charming painting of a flowering tree full of chattering birds and bright blossoms. The... read more$349.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Tree of Delights
Signed Hand Crafted Tree Art from India
Tree of Delights, Signed Hand Crafted Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this splendid painting of a flowering tree with undulating branches. The artisan uses marble dust... read more$339.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Bird Song
Framed Hand Painted Bird Art from India
Bird Song, Framed Hand Painted Bird Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this lovely painting of two birds singing in a blossoming tree. The artisan uses marble dust mixed... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Paisley Harmony
Colorful Hand Painted Marble Relief
Paisley Harmony, Colorful Hand Painted Marble Relief
Neelima Gupta
This colorful floral relief painting is from Neelima Gupta, who is inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples. Marble dust is used to create the floral relief... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Flowering Tree
Signed Hand Painted Tree Art from India
Flowering Tree, Signed Hand Painted Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this charming painting of a flowering tree full of lively birds. The artisan uses marble dust mixed... read more$349.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Floral Explosion II
Artisan Hand Crafted Marble Dust Wall Art
Floral Explosion II, Artisan Hand Crafted Marble Dust Wall Art
Neelima Gupta
Neelima Gupta, inspired by the centuries-old technique of relief paintings found on Indian temples, creates this memorable hand-painted marble wall art. Marble dust is used to create the floral... read more$139.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Endless Tree II
Signed Hand Painted Tree Art from India
Endless Tree II, Signed Hand Painted Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this gorgeous painting of a flowering tree sitting atop a colorful hill where two peacocks preen.... read more$339.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Bewitched Tree
Signed Hand Made Tree Art from India
Bewitched Tree, Signed Hand Made Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this pretty painting of a flowering tree filled with preening peacocks and chattering birds. The... read more$339.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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Forest of Flowers
Framed Handmade Tree Art from India
Forest of Flowers, Framed Handmade Tree Art from India
Neelima Gupta
Inspired by a centuries-old relief painting technique found on Indian temples, Neelima Gupta creates this enchanting painting of a blossoming tree surrounded by wreaths of flowers. The artisan uses... read more$349.99Artist: Neelima Gupta
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As with any work of art, direct sunlight will fade colors over time, especially for tapestries with natural dyes. We recommend hanging your tapestry in an area that avoids direct sun exposure to maintain vibrancy. To clean your woven tapestry, use a vacuum with an upholstery attachment or dry clean if necessary. Spot treatment can also be used with a gentle fabric cleaner, but we recommend testing it on a small area first. Alternatively, you may hand wash your tapestry using cold water, then hang it to dry in the shade. Some tapestries made from cotton fabric may be machine washed on cold.


When it comes to handcrafted traditional tapestries, the most common materials include wool, cotton, silk, and natural dyes. Certain regions incorporate unique materials or designs into their tapestries. In the Andes, alpaca fiber is commonly used. In India, one finds batik printed cotton. In Mexico and Central America sheep wool and natural cotton threads are frequently used. In Thailand, rich silk material is a feature of handmade tapestries.


To craft an eco-friendly tapestry, traditional artisans hold themselves to high standards, both in terms of materials and processes. Natural fibers, textiles, and dyes are derived from plants and trees. Some artisans even incorporate recycled or upcycled materials in their commitment to eco-friendly processes. Traditional art forms that are passed down through the generations are often painstakingly made by hand. They are naturally eco-friendly, as they avoid mass production, factory runoff, and industrial waste. This also means that each tapestry is uniquetruly one of a kind.


When it comes to tapestries, function meets style! A handmade tapestry can be a great way to brighten up any living space while providing insulation against the cold. Materials like alpaca and sheep wool create natural warmth by trapping cool air inside the cloth, creating a more stable temperature within the room.


While factory-produced tapestries are increasingly available to consumers, traditional, authentic tapestries are handmade by artisans who often learn the artform from older generations. Skilled makers from the Andes, India, Mexico and Thailand make use of foot-treadle or backstrap looms, where they interweave warp and weft threads and then tamp them down into a tight stitch. An artisan may finish a handmade tapestry by using a needle and thread or a sewing machine for final touches.


Traditional tapestries depict scenes and images which are drawn from the lives and natural environments of the artisans who craft them. Some include geometric designs, like the mandala, which is thought to represent wholeness and symmetry. Others make use of paisley, floral, or leafy patterns, particularly in tapestries from India. Central American tapestries may incorporate geometric motifs, animals, and people, while Mexican tapestries are often colorful with Greca patterns and designs. Thai artisans use symbols that are popular within Thai culture, religious characters, animal scenes, or depictions of human forms. Unique tapestries from the Andes are often vibrant with elaborate scenes that incorporate folklore, village life, and pastoral existence.


The methods for making tapestries vary as widely as the regions from which they come. Because many traditional artisans adopt the methods of their ancestors, they have kept those ancient artforms alive and well. In the Andes, weavers often work on a wooden treadle loom in which they use foot pedals, called treadles, to control the weave of the tapestry. In Central America, the treadle loom and the backstrap loom are both integral to tapestry art. The backstrap loom is one of the oldest techniques which dates back thousands of years, in which one part of the loom is attached to the weaver and the other part is attached to a fixed object (historically, a tree). To create vibrant color, artisans embroider and dye their tapestries with natural plants and pigments. Around the world, weavers use tie-dye, Dabu (the application of wax or gum clay and resin to the cloth to create a diffuse color effect), Batik (an ancient method in which dye-resistant wax is applied to cloth to create select patterns of color), hand embroidery, and patchwork to create unique and diverse tapestry art.


The tapestry is an ancient textile art form that dates back thousands of years to early civilizations in Peru, Egypt, and Thailand. In Peru, skilled weavers used colorful camelid fiber threads to create beautiful tapestries for ritualistic funeral mantles. Ancient Incas wove short tunics (Unku) to show importance and social status. Ancient Egyptians crafted shroud-like tapestries to bury their dead. Tapestries gained international prominence when Europeans began to decorate their castles and churches with elaborate textiles that depicted historical scenes, as well as religious messages. Today, skilled artisans preserve the ancient techniques of their ancestors. In Thailand, for example, silk weavers are renowned for techniques that have been used since the rule of the Angkor kings circa 800 A.D. In Central America, contemporary weavers pay homage to early Mayan artisans who used plants, shells, and even snails to color their first tapestries in the 15th century. In India, where some of the first tapestries were made and the textile industry became the base of their economy, the skills of generations past still live on in modern artisans.
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Neelima Gupta Marble wall art
"Initially, it was the fulfillment of my hobby, then gradually I realized the possibility of sharing my vision and earning from the same."
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