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Little Emerald Hummingbird
Bird Artisan Handcrafted Iron Wall Sculpture Mexico
Little Emerald Hummingbird, Bird Artisan Handcrafted Iron Wall Sculpture Mexico
J. Blas
With iridescent plumage, cut-out wings, and a textured body, this larger-than-life hummingbird wall sculpture brings a dazzling sense of movement to your decor. Handcrafted by J.Blas in Mexico, where... read more$29.99$26.99Artist: J. Blas
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Colibri
Hummingbird and Red Flower Steel Wall Art Crafted by Hand
Colibri, Hummingbird and Red Flower Steel Wall Art Crafted by Hand
Alejandro de Esesarte
Bring the serenity of the natural world into your home with this intricate wall art. Alejandro de Esesarte of Mexico cuts a larger-than-life hummingbird--colibrí in Spanish--and hibiscus flower from... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Exotic Nectar in Orange
Hummingbird and Flowers Steel Wall Art Crafted by Hand
Exotic Nectar in Orange, Hummingbird and Flowers Steel Wall Art Crafted by Hand
Alejandro de Esesarte
A diligent hummingbird reaches for the sweet nectar of in exotic blooms in this inspired wall sculpture. Alejandro de Esesarte masterfully captures the sense of serenity that comes with observing this... read more$47.99$43.19Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Black-Eyed Susan
Yellow Flower Iron Wall Sculpture Crafted by Hand
Black-Eyed Susan, Yellow Flower Iron Wall Sculpture Crafted by Hand
J. Blas
With their dark centers and golden petals, black-eyes susans cluster in beautiful bouquet. Mexican artisan J. Blas cuts and shapes each lovely blossom by hand, adding beautiful color to his floral... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: J. Blas
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Military Macaw
Handmade Green Macaw Wall Sculpture
Military Macaw, Handmade Green Macaw Wall Sculpture
Alejandro de Esesarte
Alighting on a branch, the military macaw is majestic. Its splendid green feathers give the bird its name. Alejandro de Esesarte depicts its in a wall sculpture. Transforming steel into art, he cuts... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Little Ruby Hummingbird
Unique Red Bird Wall Art Steel Sculpture from Mexico
Little Ruby Hummingbird, Unique Red Bird Wall Art Steel Sculpture from Mexico
J. Blas
Crafted by hand, this dazzling hummingbird features cutout motifs to define its lovely plumage. J. Blas works in iron to create the petite wall sculpture. In Mexico, when someone sees a hummingbird in... read more$37.99$34.19Artist: J. Blas
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Little Yellow Hummingbird
Hand Crafted Bird Wall Art Steel Sculpture from Mexico
Little Yellow Hummingbird, Hand Crafted Bird Wall Art Steel Sculpture from Mexico
J. Blas
Crafted by hand, this dazzling hummingbird features cutout motifs to define its lovely plumage. J. Blas works in iron to create the petite wall sculpture. In Mexico, when someone sees a hummingbird in... read more$25.99$23.39Artist: J. Blas
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Tropical Orchid
Steel wall art
Tropical Orchid, Steel wall art
Alejandro de Esesarte
Alejandro de Esesarte depicts a purple cattleya orchid in exquisite detail. Transforming steel into art, he cuts out the image and hammers it into low relief. The details are meticulously painted by... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Heliconia
Hand Carved Round Wood Wall Relief with Heliconia Flower
Heliconia, Hand Carved Round Wood Wall Relief with Heliconia Flower
Made Mulyani
Bring the tropics indoors with this gorgeous wood relief panel from Made Mulyani. The round wall panel depicts the exotic heliconia flower, beautifully detailed with tendrils and leaves that fill the... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Made Mulyani
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Ocean Haven
Handmade Wood Relief Panel with Fish and Turtle from Bali
Ocean Haven, Handmade Wood Relief Panel with Fish and Turtle from Bali
Made Mulyani
This relief panel, made from suar wood, features a turtle and two fish swimming without a care in their ocean haven, surrounded by seaweed. Special attention is given to the scales of the fish and... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Made Mulyani
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Heron in Chapala
Handcrafted Steel Bird Wall Art
Heron in Chapala, Handcrafted Steel Bird Wall Art
Alejandro de Esesarte
"This is a white heron wading in the waters of Lake Chapala in the town of Ajijic," says Mexican artisan Alejandro de Esesarte. Cut by hand from sheets of steel, the graceful heron observes... read more$104.99$94.49Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Rosy Hummingbird
Steel Bird Wall Sculpture (15 Inches)
Rosy Hummingbird, Steel Bird Wall Sculpture (15 Inches)
J. Blas
Shaped by hand, this dazzling hummingbird features cutout motifs to define its lovely plumage. J. Blas works in iron to create the wall sculpture. In Mexico, when someone sees a hummingbird in flight... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: J. Blas
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Business as Usual
Batik art
Business as Usual, Batik art
Samuel Ashong
"In Ghana we continue to have traditional ways of doing business, which are very effective and mainly done by women. They carry their wares on their heads, trays of fruits and foods, which they... read more$169.99$152.99Artist: Samuel Ashong
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Twin Palms
Hand Crafted Palm Tree Steel Wall Art from Mexico
Twin Palms, Hand Crafted Palm Tree Steel Wall Art from Mexico
J. Blas
Mexican artisan J. Blas creates beautiful wall art using a plasma blowtorch to cut sheets of sheet into unique forms, with his workshop being the first in the Tonalá area to do so. Here he uses this... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: J. Blas
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Moonshine
Pine Needle and Yarn Framed Wall Mirror from Nicaragua,
Moonshine, Pine Needle and Yarn Framed Wall Mirror from Nicaragua,
Tamara Pereira
Brighten up any room with this gorgeous mirror by Tamara Pereira. She frames it in thick pine needle ropes and creates a colorful pattern with yarn in bright blue tones. A dainty hand-stitched design... read more$159.99$143.99Artist: Tamara Pereira
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Evening at the Beach
Handcrafted Tropical Iron Wall Sculpture from Mexico
Evening at the Beach, Handcrafted Tropical Iron Wall Sculpture from Mexico
J. Blas
Within an orange ring, a verdant palm tree stands tall, accompanied by soaring seagulls. This wall sculpture from Mexico features an original design by J. Blas, who works with local artisans to... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: J. Blas
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Violet Hummingbird
Bird-Themed Steel Wall Sculpture in Pink from Mexico (Large)
Violet Hummingbird, Bird-Themed Steel Wall Sculpture in Pink from Mexico (Large)
J. Blas
Shaped by hand, this dazzling hummingbird features cutout motifs to define its lovely plumage. J. Blas works in steel to create the wall sculpture. In Mexico, when someone sees a hummingbird in... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: J. Blas
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Tropic Sunset
Handmade Steel Wall Art with Tropical Scene from Mexico
Tropic Sunset, Handmade Steel Wall Art with Tropical Scene from Mexico
J. Blas
Using plasma cutters, J. Blas crafts an original wall sculpture from steel sheet. The artwork depicts a swaying palm, bowing slightly over cutout waves that break gently on the shore. Artisans paint... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: J. Blas
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Tropical Fusion
Handcrafted Glass Tile Round Wall Mirror
Tropical Fusion, Handcrafted Glass Tile Round Wall Mirror
Kamal
Hypnotic patterns in a spectrum of blue hues create a fantastic effect in a mirror frame from India. Kamal crafts the frame by hand with painted glass tiles.$169.99$152.99Artist: Kamal
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Touch of Jepun
Hand Carved Suar Wood Relief Panel of Frangipani
Touch of Jepun, Hand Carved Suar Wood Relief Panel of Frangipani
Seji Taram
Balinese artisan Seji Taram works with her family to craft elegant sculptures from sustainable native hardwoods. This carefully wrought suar wood relief panel details the jepun or frangipani flower... read more$39.99$35.99Artist: Seji Taram
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Great Tree of Life
Handcrafted Nature Themed Steel Wall Art from Mexico
Great Tree of Life, Handcrafted Nature Themed Steel Wall Art from Mexico
Alejandro de Esesarte
The magic and mystery of natural landscapes are brought together in this beautiful wall sculpture that reflects the wonders of nature. Mexican artisan Alejandro de Esesarte handcrafts this beautiful... read more$104.99$94.49Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Monarch Butterfly Tree
Iron wall sculpture
Monarch Butterfly Tree, Iron wall sculpture
J. Blas
Sculpted of iron, a leafy fir tree provides shelter for majestic butterflies. Each year, Mexico welcomes millions of monarch butterflies that migrate from Canada. J. Blas pays tribute to the fragile... read more$669.99$602.99Artist: J. Blas
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Tropical Evening
Handcrafted Palm Tree Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
Tropical Evening, Handcrafted Palm Tree Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
J. Blas
Atop a small, ferny hill, a verdant palm tree stands proud in this wall sculpture from Mexico. J. Blas presents an original design in this wall sculpture, handcrafted of steel by local craftspeople.... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: J. Blas
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Plumeria Wreath
Hand Carved Balinese Plumeria Wreath Relief Panel
Plumeria Wreath, Hand Carved Balinese Plumeria Wreath Relief Panel
Made Mulyani
Nestled amid tropical foliage, plumeria blossoms grace this lovely relief panel by Made Mulyani. The artisan works in Balinese suar wood, carving a circular wall sculpture that evokes a floral wreath.... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Made Mulyani
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India Sunset
Handcrafted Indian Mosaic Glass Wall Mirror
India Sunset, Handcrafted Indian Mosaic Glass Wall Mirror
Kamal
The warm bright hues of an Indian sunset glisten from the tiled frame of this mirror. A handcrafted creation by Kamal, the mirror's frame features myriad glass tiles on a wood base.$197.99$178.19Artist: Kamal
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Rejuvenate
Handmade African Wall Sculpture Carved from Wood
Rejuvenate, Handmade African Wall Sculpture Carved from Wood
Abdul Razak
A Ghanaian man finds repose outside of his hut in this original wall relief sculpture by Abdul Razak of Ghana. He sits in a reclined chair while a coconut palm provides some welcome shade. The... read more$147.99$133.19Artist: Abdul Razak
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Sunburst
Pine Needle And Yarn Hand-Made Framed Mirror From Nicaragua
Sunburst, Pine Needle And Yarn Hand-Made Framed Mirror From Nicaragua
Tamara Pereira
Brighten up any room with this gorgeous mirror by Tamara Pereira. She frames it in thick pine needle ropes and creates a colorful pattern with yarn in bright mustard and crimson tones. A hand-stitched... read more$149.99$134.99Artist: Tamara Pereira
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Bird Forest
Unique Wool Bird Tapestry Wall Hanging Handmade in Peru
Bird Forest, Unique Wool Bird Tapestry Wall Hanging Handmade in Peru
Eliazar Ochoa
Brilliant birds share their Amazon home with bugs and beetles of all kinds. Celebrating the astonishing variety of rainforest life, Eliazar Ochoa depicts them in hand-loomed wool. Pre-Hispanic motifs... read more$439.99$395.99Artist: Eliazar Ochoa
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Golden Blue Macaw
Hand Crafted Macaw Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
Golden Blue Macaw, Hand Crafted Macaw Steel Wall Sculpture from Mexico
Alejandro de Esesarte
Alighting on a branch, a yellow and blue macaw is majestic. Alejandro de Esesarte depicts the bird in a wall sculpture. Transforming steel into art, he cuts out the image and hammers it into low... read more$97.99$88.19Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Sapphire Peacock
Unique Bird Wall Sculpture
Sapphire Peacock, Unique Bird Wall Sculpture
Alejandro de Esesarte
Standing more than four feet tall, this larger-than-life peacock makes a dramatic focal point for your decor. Handcrafted of steel and hand painted in stunning shades of sapphire blue by Alejandro de... read more$239.99$215.99Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Sunset in Sayulita
Artisan Crafted Mexican Sun and Moon Steel Wall Art
Sunset in Sayulita, Artisan Crafted Mexican Sun and Moon Steel Wall Art
Alejandro de Esesarte
Capturing the nostalgia of a Pacific sunset, Alejandro de Esesarte translates his concept to this lovely outdoor wall art sculpture. He works in steel to create the images, hammering them into low... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Crescent Moon Magic
Ceramic wall adornments (Set of 3)
Crescent Moon Magic, Ceramic wall adornments (Set of 3)
Jose Arriola
Crescent moons cast a spell of magical mysticism as flowers blossom on starry nights and owls and birds come out to play. Jose Arriola paints each ceramic moon with the vibrant colors of Guatemala.$57.99$52.19Artist: Jose Arriola
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Sankofa Aklowa
African Cotton Batik Folk Art Wall Hanging
Sankofa Aklowa, African Cotton Batik Folk Art Wall Hanging
K. Baka
Sunlight drenches this batik on cotton work by K. Baka. Set in Aburi, an "aklowa" (village) about 30 miles north of Accra, the painting is a personal expression of what the artist considers... read more$87.99$79.19Artist: K. Baka
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Paradise Hummingbird
Handcrafted Bird Metal Art for the Wall
Paradise Hummingbird, Handcrafted Bird Metal Art for the Wall
Alejandro de Esesarte
Hovering on iridescent wings, a hummingbird sips nectar from a golden allamanda blossom. Alejandro de Esesarte conveys the bird's quick beauty in this splendid outdoor wall sculpture. Transforming... read more$109.99$98.99Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Romantic Eclipse
Sun and Moon Ceramic Wall Art (Pair)
Romantic Eclipse, Sun and Moon Ceramic Wall Art (Pair)
Jose Arriola
When the sun god and the moon goddess meet in romantic eclipse, owls and quetzals come out to honor them. Jose Arriola designs these extraordinary ceramic wall ornaments, which he crafts and paints by... read more$54.99$49.49Artist: Jose Arriola
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Hummingbird and Hollyhocks
Handcrafted Bird Metal Art for the Wall
Hummingbird and Hollyhocks, Handcrafted Bird Metal Art for the Wall
Alejandro de Esesarte
Hovering on colorful wings, a hummingbird sips nectar from rosy hollyhocks. Alejandro de Esesarte conveys the bird's quick beauty in this splendid wall sculpture. The details are meticulously painted... read more$47.99$43.19Artist: Alejandro de Esesarte
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Fishing Canoes
Batik art
Fishing Canoes, Batik art
Samuel Ashong
Beached at the edge of the sea, fishing canoes dry in the shadows of swaying palm trees. This exquisite batik by Samuel Ashong whispers in cool shades of blue. "In the coastal area of Ghana where... read more$174.99$157.49Artist: Samuel Ashong
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Coco Reflection
Coconut Shell and MDF Hand Mirror of Indonesia
Coco Reflection, Coconut Shell and MDF Hand Mirror of Indonesia
Dewi Hady
Indonesian artisan Dewi Hady employs the natural beauty of the coconut shell to create this unique hand mirror. Supported by an MDF base, the mirror features strips of coconut shell that create the... read more$44.99$40.49Artist: Dewi Hady
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Shades of Pink
Floral Color Photograph
Shades of Pink, Floral Color Photograph
Ryan Chappell
A lotus reveals its innermost secrets, pistils and pollen, to the lens of Ryan Chappell. According to Buddhist teachings, the beauty of a lotus that blossoms even though its roots are set in the mud... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Blue Tropical Forest
Blue Handwoven Tapestry with Birds (4x5)
Blue Tropical Forest, Blue Handwoven Tapestry with Birds (4x5)
Eliazar Ochoa
For Eliazar Ochoa, the splendid diversity in Peru's Amazon region constitutes a veritable paradise. He depicts birds, butterflies, beetles and even a snake in a blue universe. Flowers thrive and... read more$444.99$400.49Artist: Eliazar Ochoa
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A Touch of Autumn
Autumn Tree Color Photograph
A Touch of Autumn, Autumn Tree Color Photograph
Ryan Chappell
Autumn arrives in Korea with a spectacular palette of colors, inspiring Ryan Chappell to take this photograph. Colors are alive as Chappell works with Fujicolor crystal archive paper, presenting the... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Parrot
Color photograph on Fuji Cristal paper Parrot
Parrot, Color photograph on Fuji Cristal paper Parrot
Anita Soares
Perched on a post, a parrot seems unaware of the photographer's presence. Anita Soares captures an almost pensive attitude in the splendid bird whose plumage blends into the verdant rainforest of... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Anita Soares
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Daffodils
Fair Trade Indian Mosaic Ceramic Mirror
Daffodils, Fair Trade Indian Mosaic Ceramic Mirror
Lalit Sakhuja
Golden daffodils bloom on a colorful mosaic by Lalit Sakhuja. Handcrafted of ceramic tiles, it surrounds an original wall mirror. A copper wire at the back facilitates wall display.$179.99$161.99Artist: Lalit Sakhuja
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Green Parrots
Pinewood Bird Wall Accents (Set of 3)
Green Parrots, Pinewood Bird Wall Accents (Set of 3)
Raul Vinelli
This delightful parrot trio is crafted by Raul Vinelli in Brazil. Perfect for adding a touch of the tropics to any space, the three birds are crafted from pinewood and painted by hand.$47.99$43.19Artist: Raul Vinelli
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Sugar Loaf - Vermelha Beach
Black and White Sugarloaf Photo
Sugar Loaf - Vermelha Beach, Black and White Sugarloaf Photo
Anita Soares
Sugarloaf looms tall when seen from the perspective of Praia Vermelha, a beach in Urca. Tall palms in the foreground seem to dwarf the majestic mountain. Anita Soares captures the expansive silence of... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Anita Soares
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Happy Macaw
Unique Wool Bird Handloomed Art Tapestry
Happy Macaw, Unique Wool Bird Handloomed Art Tapestry
Walter Paucar Velarde
"This is a beautiful bird that lives in the Peruvian jungle. Its colorful feathers imbue this tapestry with a sense of happiness," confides Walter Paucar. He weaves the tapestry of genuine... read more$249.99$224.99Artist: Walter Paucar Velarde
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Pink Orchid
Color photograph on Fuji Cristal paper Pink Orchid
Pink Orchid, Color photograph on Fuji Cristal paper Pink Orchid
Anita Soares
Seen up close, petals shade from scarlet to pink and rose. Anita Soares focuses her lens on a perfect orchid from Rio de Janeiro's famed botanical garden. This superb photograph seems to capture its... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Anita Soares
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Life Lines
Green Caladium Leaf Close-Up Color Photograph
Life Lines, Green Caladium Leaf Close-Up Color Photograph
Ryan Chappell
Thailand's natural flora attracts the lens of talented photographer Ryan Chappell. He focuses on the color and texture of the taro or caladium leaf, which grows wild throughout Thailand. "I took... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Sunset Palms
Signed Color Photograph of Green Pals Fronds
Sunset Palms, Signed Color Photograph of Green Pals Fronds
Ryan Chappell
Sunset caresses verdant palm leaves, making them grow with endless beauty. Captivated, Ryan Chappell immortalizes this natural scene in this color photograph. He works with Fujicolor crystal archive... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Veredas
Color photograph on Crystal Archive Fuji paper Veredas
Veredas, Color photograph on Crystal Archive Fuji paper Veredas
João Paulo Barbosa
Tall palm trees stand like handsome sentinels of nature underscored by Brazil's golden skies. "In 1961, the Chapada dos Veadeiros National Park (Cavalcante) was composed of an area of 625,000... read more$479.99$431.99Artist: João Paulo Barbosa
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Patterns of Life
Set of 5 Thai Nature Theme Color Photographs
Patterns of Life, Set of 5 Thai Nature Theme Color Photographs
Ryan Chappell
Ryan Chappell aims his lens at capturing nature's original beauty. For this set of color photographs, Chappell focuses on different leaves, highlighting their exotic shapes and textures. Printed on... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Trio of Rio
3 Black and White Photographs from Rio de Janeiro
Trio of Rio, 3 Black and White Photographs from Rio de Janeiro
Anita Soares
Working in black and white, Anita Soares evokes scenes like memories from Rio de Janeiro. The first of three photographs depicts a wild orchid against the vast sky. Wavelets ripple across the surface... read more$99.99$89.99Artist: Anita Soares
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At Kokrobite Beach
Artisan Crafted Batik Wall Art
At Kokrobite Beach, Artisan Crafted Batik Wall Art
Samuel Ashong
Palm trees tower over the shore, casting rustling shadows on gentle waves. Samuel Ashong creates an enchanting batik in glowing colors. It depicts Ghana's Kokrobite Beach. "I portray the... read more$169.99$152.99Artist: Samuel Ashong
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Japanese Maple
Maple Leaf in Korea Color Photograph from Thailand
Japanese Maple, Maple Leaf in Korea Color Photograph from Thailand
Ryan Chappell
Lured by nature's hypnotic beauty, Ryan Chappell captures the ethereal beauty of a Japanese maple leaf, in Korea. He is masterful in the use of light, capturing the leaf's colors and textures with... read more$69.99$62.99Artist: Ryan Chappell
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Tantalizing Tulips
Hand Made Mosaic Ceramic Wall Mirror
Tantalizing Tulips, Hand Made Mosaic Ceramic Wall Mirror
Lalit Sakhuja
Tantalizing tulips cast a spell of florid elegance in a design by India's Lalit Sakhuja. They blossom in a feast of wild colors as Sakhuja crafts the mirror frame of ceramic tiles and mango wood.... read more$367.99$331.19Artist: Lalit Sakhuja
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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.
Featured Reviews on Tropical Wall Decor
Steel wall art, 'Colibrí'





By Teresa
Beautiful steel wall art!!
My first, but certainly not last, piece of steel art. So impressed with how colorful & delicate, but very sturdy, this piece is!! Will be a treasure to add to our sun room where we bird watch daily. Thanks to an awesome artist!!
Iron wall sculpture, 'Little Emerald Hummingbird'





By Gertrude
Majestic
The Hummingbird is absolutely Beautiful , the colors are bright and vibrant. On my living room wall he looks as if hes hoovering in full flight.
Iron wall sculpture, 'Black-Eyed Susan'





By Lee
Absolutely stunning!
The picture does not do this justice. It is so beautiful and will look great on my new front porch! I hope to order more of these as soon as I move in.
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J. Blas Iron wall art
The artistry of J. Blas has been featured in Family magazine and Kentucky Monthly.
Every piece crafted at my workshop goes hand in hand with originality, design and quality.