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'Ancient Charm' Turquoise Silver Pendant (China)
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Product details: 'Ancient Charm' turquoise silver pendant shows the thriving artisanship of China Braided pendant has been made from brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry item has a look much like an ancient charm Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Aves' Wool Table Runner (Peru)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product Features: Precisely woven on a traditional handloom this table runner is sure to enhance your home decor Fashionable runner is finished with fringe Cerapio Vallejo creates a beautiful image of Andean fauna Perched on a slender trunk, colorful aves (birds) of all kinds sport brilliant plumage 90-percent wool/10-percent cotton Dry clean only Story Behind the Art: I draw inspiration from our ancient Peruvian cultures, Andean village life, and from our snow-capped mountains. Our sales have expanded greatly since we began working with Novica and I have been able to support some of my compatriots by offering them a job. Other artisans who used to help me but had to stop working for lack of sales are now able to return to my workshop - thankfully abandoning occupations that did not stimulate their creativity or interests. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days.
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'Beautiful' Cabochon Amethyst Silver Earrings (China)
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Product details: 'Beautiful' cabochon amethyst earrings show the thriving artisanship of China Earrings have been made from brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry items have unique look with abstract design Clip posts Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Buddha with Lotus' Lava Stone Candleholder (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Buddha with Lotus' lava stone candleholder has been hand-detailed with Zen like precision Buddha candle holder sits in a classic meditative yoga position Home decor item's lotus blossom holds a single votive light Cahyoko casts this exquisite candleholder from a mixture of ground lava stone and resin The piece arrives in a gift box Candle(s) not included Available in black or white Artisan Cahyoko: 'Hello. I'm Cahyoko Bahar Sarjito. I am an artist of sandstone creations. Sandstone has specific characteristics that every artist must know about. It has a natural beauty of color - it has a specific hardness, and structure. We cannot change its structure but we can change its shape into a beautiful work of art. Its nature is the source of inspiration. Most of my creations are Javanese in style, inspired by temples in Java. Recently I have developed a simple geometric style for my works, which mostly functional.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Cat Face' Earthenware Vase (Indonesia)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: 'Cat Face' earthenware vase echoes the face of cat Vase delicately painted on a clay surface Earthenware rises to a slender neck Twin handles evoke feline ears Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. Artisan Wayan Siplang Adnyana: 'Day by day I watched people making earthenware products, inspiring me to learn the techniques. It is not as hard as some people might think, but it isn't very easy either. I love the final process, which is firing, because some of my works end up with different colors than I had predicted.I learned to make earthenware pieces for five years and have been creating many designs and motifs ever since.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Circle of Intrigue' Black Onyx Silver Pendant (China)
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Product details: 'Circle of Intrigue' black onyx silver pendant shows the thriving artisanship of China Onyx pendant has been made using brilliant sterling silver Handmade jewelry item crafted into a ring like design Silver linking details Story behind the item: This piece of jewelry is the productive result of the talented Yiu family business in Yangzhou, China. Yangzhou is considered one of the biggest jewelry centers in the world and China's largest jewelry city. The Yiu family business philosophy is keeping Chinese artisanship alive. Besides their tremendous contribution to the well being of talented artisans, the Yiu family is constantly organizing donation events to help poor villages in China, buying this product will help this ongoing positive effort of helping the poor and making this world a better place. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Cleopatra' Lacquer Painting (Vietnam)
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Spice up your decor with this handmade Lacquer Painting entitled Hunters. Handmade by artisans in Vietnam, this painting is a multi-cultural compilation of Chinese and French influences merged with traditional Vietnamese lacquer techniques The drawings are sketched by hand on a black painting board, then carefully painted, adding different colors with every coat The paintings are then lacquered, sun-dried, and re-lacquered up to eight separate times The painting has a hook on the back for hanging Painting measures 16 inches high x 16 inches long x 1 inch wide Painted on pressed bamboo wood Picture is hand-painted on a square piece of wood (16 x 16) Covered with a coat of lacquer to protect the painting Painting is very durable with no fading, no cracks and no peeling Finished product is a painting that looks like a piece of tile The Story Behind the Product Binh Duong province which is located immediately to the north of Ho Chi Minh City, is situated on relatively level terrain, and is crossed by the Saigon, Dong Nai and Be rivers. Lacquer ware made here, provides a living for 100 plus artisans. Your order helps them to improve their lives and that of their families. Artisans have passed down these traditions for over 4000 years and their techniques are very similar to Chinese and Japanese lacquer ware. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of Calif
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'Deep Black' Framed Onyx Silver Pendant (India)
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Product features: Experience the beauty of India with the 'Deep Black' framed onyx silver pendant Pendant handcrafted with frame grasped silver pendant Handmade jewelry item features a center set gemstone Story behind the product: In 1727, Jaipur, considered to be one of the great gem centers of the world, was founded by the Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who saw a captivating land. Since then, Jaipur has produced some of the most magnificent examples of Hindi art, architecture, and jewelry, echoing the land the maharaja saw. Now we offer to you the famed jewelry of Jaipur. In its creation, this fine jewelry has preserved the artisanship of India, sustaining local craftsmen and nourishing demand for their craft. The trade of these precious items benefits local artisans, who strengthen their villages through their work without having to leave family and home for urban factories, helping to remedy the plague of unemployment. Wearing this jewelry will make you look good and feel good. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Elegant Rivals' Onyx Chess Set (Mexico)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: The classic game of chess takes place among lithic pieces in 'Elegant Rivals' Chess set fashioned and carved from onyx and luminous stone Game made by the world renowned stone sculptors of Tehuacan Made using a diamond-cut patience An entire set of playing pieces Provides intellectual stimulus to any serious decor Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. The Sierra family: The Sierras began crafting parquet tables in onyx and marble 30 years ago. During the history of their workshop they have come to perfect the fabrication of innumerable items, including chess sets, game sets, vases, sculptures, bathroom fixtures, and jewelry boxes.Their onyx and marble are mined in the Mexican states of Puebla and Oaxaca. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design, weight, and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Floral' Cushion Covers (Set of 2) (India)
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This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Product details: These detailed cushion covers have a mystical snowflake design 'Floral' cushion covers measure 16 inches wide x 16 inches long Sofa accessory features a simple zipper closure Cushion(s) not included Dry clean only Available in ruby flower garden or blue ivy color options Story behind the product: 'Hello, my name is Giresh Dhar and I was born on March 29, 1961 in the valley of Kashmir. I have spent most of life in Kashmir. I was always attracted to the scenic beauty of the valley. After my schooling and college, I was trained as a Textile Engineer. Then I worked as production manager for one textile company. I slowly decided to organized artisans from my valley to make Kashmiri goods. I feel the goodness of Kashmiri lies in its exquisite hand-woven shawls or throws or rugs. And being Kashmiri by birth I thought this way I can keep up with the tradition of Kashmir and help exhibit the rich traditional style of my Valley.' What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Imported
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'Floral' Labradorite Silver Earrings (India)
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Product features: Add to your beauty with the exotic 'Floral' labradorite silver earrings from India Earrings handcrafted in a pretty flower design Handmade jewelry items centered by labradorite gemstones Shepherd's hooks Story behind the product: In 1727, Jaipur, considered to be one of the great gem centers of the world, was founded by the Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who saw a captivating land. Since then, Jaipur has produced some of the most magnificent examples of Hindi art, architecture, and jewelry, echoing the land the maharaja saw. Now we offer to you the famed jewelry of Jaipur. In its creation, this fine jewelry has preserved the artisanship of India, sustaining local craftsmen and nourishing demand for their craft. The trade of these precious items benefits local artisans, who strengthen their villages through their work without having to leave family and home for urban factories, helping to remedy the plague of unemployment. Wearing this jewelry will make you look good and feel good. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code N. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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'Forever Sky' Turquoise and Silver Bracelet (India)
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Product features: Experience the beauty of the India with 'Forever Sky' turquoise and silver bracelet Bracelet handcrafted with double links and gem panels Handmade jewelry item features smooth turquoise and brilliant silver Toggle clasp Story behind the product: In 1727, Jaipur, considered to be one of the great gem centers of the world, was founded by the Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, who saw a captivating land. Since then, Jaipur has produced some of the most magnificent examples of Hindi art, architecture, and jewelry, echoing the land the maharaja saw. Now we offer to you the famed jewelry of Jaipur. In its creation, this fine jewelry has preserved the artisanship of India, sustaining local craftsmen and nourishing demand for their craft. The trade of these precious items benefits local artisans, who strengthen their villages through their work without having to leave family and home for urban factories, helping to remedy the plague of unemployment. Wearing this jewelry will make you look good and feel good. What is Worldstock? The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly. Treatment code E. See Gemstone Treatments for further information. Imported WARNING: Attention California residents: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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