NOVICA and Brimfield & May Modern Decorative Accents

Adding a modern appeal to any space, this vase is created by artisan duo Thatsanee and Ramphan from Thailand. This vase is crafted from ceramic, featuring a conical top that is treated with a crackled blue celadon glaze. Its brown body is treated with a grey hue that forms a rain-like cascade.

Product Features

• Watertight
• 1.771
• 7.5" H x 3.9" Diam.
• Ceramic
• Grey, Brown, Blue

An incredibly seductive vase, this design by the Seguso Family combines modern design with glass-blowing techniques brought to Brazil from Murano Island in Italy. Its contours are captivating, as the clarity of the outer surface reflects through the inner teardrop of cobalt blue.

The presence of air bubbles accentuates the nature of the traditional hand blown crafting process, making each piece unique.

• Dimension :-18" H x 6" W x 4.3" D
• Weight :-8.95 lbs
• Material :-Blown Glass
• Color :-Black
• Watertight
• Signed by the artist
• This hand blown item may vary slightly in color, size and shape

Like a scene of nature's chemistry, soothing green tones ascend this unusual vase in an evolution of expressive rings. Presented by Daeng Thanunchai, the piece revels in the glassy surface of lacquered design. A modern and original Thai accent for the home. Not intended for use with water.

To complete this piece, coiled bamboo basketry is carved into the desired shape on a lathe. A mixture of lacquer - obtained from the Gluta usitata tree - and ashes of burnt rice paddy husks is then applied to the object. Upon exposure to air the mixture dries to form a watertight seal that is polished before another coat is applied. This process is repeated until a rigid base is formed, and a final polishing is executed with sandpaper. Then several coats of pure lacquer are painted on the object, with drying periods in between each coat.
The work is partially polished with sandpaper according to a predetermined pattern - generally concentric - and a few coats of different lacquer colors are applied to the surface, then the object is left to dry for a few days. The process remains identical for each ensuing color, alternating lacquering and polishing sessions until the design is achieved. The final coat is washed with water and polished with powdered fired clay, offering an irresistible sheen.

• Material - Lacquered bamboo
• Color - Green
• Dimension - 9.5" H x 6.5" Diam.
• Weight - 0.75 lbs
• Wipe with a damp cloth
• Do not use abrasives
• Not watertight

Love knows no boundaries and its force has the power to transform scrap metal pieces and auto parts into a sculpture with strong romantic undertones. Armando Ramirez recycles spark plugs into the lovers' bodies, thick wires for their arms and limbs, and discarded pieces from a die machine for their heads and feet. The bench and base are made of metal sheets from die machines. Ramirez masters this original art form as he successfully conveys the warmth of emotion with cold metal pieces.

• Features a rustic, rugged finish
• Components may vary slightly in size and form
• Size : 5" H x 3.9" W x 5.5" D
• Color : Metallic

From Made Wirata, this sleek sculpture distills the essence of the elephant in a modern sculpture. With its trunk raised in a joyous trumpet, the forest creature struts proudly down forest paths.

Product Features

• Signed by the artist
• 8.75" H x 6.5" W x 3.3" D
• Suar wood
• Brown

Full lips and wide, innocent eyes characterize this mask by Juliana Akandas. The hair is neatly combed while brass repousse emulates tribal scarification. A symbol of beauty, the work derives from the Ada who form part of the modern Adangbe tribe of Ghana. Such masks are given to young girls during their puberty rites.

A classic camera stands on a tripod, ready for a series of professional stills. Crafted of an astonishing assortment of recycled metal, the image springs from the imagination of Armando Ram�rez. He transforms metal scraps, screws and washers into a modern art sculpture.

The artisan does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.

Product Features

• Features a rustic, rugged finish
• 10.25" H x 3.3" W x 3" D
• Recycled metal
• Brown

In this splendid decorative accent hand-carved from felsite stone, ancient symbols including a cross, hearts and infinity knots combine to form a design rich in history and culture. Also used in contemporary Armenian artwork, design, fashion, and jewelry, they serve as a link to the past and a source of inspiration for modern creativity. This unique artwork by Armenian artisans Ruben and Karen Ghazaryan is sure to leave a lasting impression that will be impossible to forget.

Jaifah Aksornsri captures the majestic elegance of Thai elephants in this modern sculpture. Carved by hand, the sleek brown pachyderm receives a glossy finish.

• Dimension - 6" H x 7.25" W x 2.4" D
• Weight - 0.78
• Color - Brown
• Wood grain and color can vary slightly
• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• Thailand

This gleaming biplane is ready to soar above uncharted lands in an exclusive design by Mexico's Armando Ramirez. This original artist transforms the discarded metal pieces off a die machine into the plane's propellers, spark plug body, and wings. These are held in place with thick wires. The wings' rotors are made from cogs that once were part of a car's electric system. The plane's axis tail is cut from a metal tube. Finally, Ramirez uses screws to simulate the plane's headlights.

• Please note it is the artist's intention not to give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.
• Features a rustic, rugged finish
• Components may vary slightly in size and form
• Size : 3.5" H x 6.5" W x 7.75" D
• Color : Metallic

Assuming a human position, a Siamese cat meditates. Nengah Sudarsana shares his deep love of animals through his sculptures. With this carving, he communicates the cat's peacefulness and serenity.

• Signed by the artist
• Size : 7.75" H x 5.5" W x 4.3" D
• Color : Brown

Kneeling, proud elephants await their master's command. Duangkamol depicts the reclining pachyderms in fine celadon ceramic. Ornate silks cover the heads and backs, the unglazed areas revealing the natural color of the clay. A symbol of old Siam, the elephant is much respected in modern Thailand.

• Dimension - 2.4" H x 4.1" W x 2.4" D
• Weight - 0.59
• Color - Blue
• Thailand

This glazed ceramic vase emanates an alluring blend of modern aesthetics and traditional Uzbek motifs. Its unique shape and meticulous hand-painted accents exude an exquisite allure, transforming any space with ease. The lively color palette, featuring shades of red, blue, orange, yellow, green and black, beautifully contrasts against the elegant ivory background, creating a symphony of visual harmony. Being watertight makes this vase crafted by Sayyodjon Nigmatov a versatile accessory as it can effortlessly accommodate both natural and artificial flower arrangements.

By Rodrigo Garcia, a rich mosaic in ruby red covers this modern table lamp. He applies glass tiles by hand to a ceramic jar to create the base. It is crowned with a cotton lampshade, and the switch is located on the cord.
Spider lampshade fitting.

To me, an ideal woman is she who sees to it that everything around her is in perfect condition, confides Gordon Adu. He carves the silhouette of a woman by hand, from quality ebony. Adu's style consists of clear, fluid lines that create an image of modern abstraction, yet preserves a distinct Ghanaian influence.

Working with upcycled metal auto parts, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez creates a modern sculpture that is also eco-friendly. He uses nuts, bolts, washers, and pieces of scrap metal to create this scene that depicts to people playing billiards.

This marvelous aluminum statuette is created by Mexico's Sierra Family. Chivalrous to the end, the legendary Don Quixote stands ready for his next adventure. He holds a lance in one hand, while the other hand holds a book. The statuette is hand cast and stands atop a base of black marble. Don Quixote follows the saga of Don Quixote de la Mancha, a delusional nobleman who fancies himself a knight of yore. It is considered to be the first 'modern' novel, and many authors believe it to be the best literary work ever written.

The everyday activity of walking is given modern, sensual curves in this oxidized bronze sculpture by Emne Al-Haje. A graceful, nimble figure prances on tiptoe and is balanced by outstretched arms that are flung in the opposite direction of the subject's movement. An elegant, graceful piece inspired by Al-Haje's experience in dance, this sculpture makes a perfect decorative item for any interior. Comes mounted on a granite support. Clean with moist cloth.

Product Features

• Color and/or motif may vary slightly
• 15.5" H x 7.75" W x 2.6" D
• Bronze on granite base
• Metallic

Add a truly fantastical touch to your home with this magnificent Pegasus i alebrije. i Pablo and Lucy Mendez hand-carve it from coal wood in an imposing stance with its wings gloriously spread. A hand-painted pattern in bright yellow, seafoam blue, white, and olive green pops against the creature's black background. This alebrije comes with removable wings and tail for safe shipping. An assembly manual is included for easy setup. br br Pablo and Lucy enjoy blending traditional techniques with modern influences in their work to create innovative designs. They hope to keep Oaxaca's tradition of alebrije carving alive through their colorful pieces.

This modern African mask features green spots surrounding a sleek face with symmetrical features. Carved by hand of seasoned sese wood, it is an original design by Ali Mohammed. He names it Nkosuo, which means Progress' in the Akan language.

Product Features

• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• 19" H x 7.25" W x 3" D
• Sese wood
• White and Blue

Raising its trunk in curiosity, a friendly elephant adds charm to any space. Ghanaian artist Fiifi Nkuah creates this modern sculpture, handcrafting the elephant of steel wire. The wire forms knots and openwork mesh that display the sculpture's 3-dimensional characteristic uniquely.

• Dimension :-13" H x 14.25" W x 6" D
• Weight :-0.97 lbs
• Material :-Steel Wire
• Color :-Metallic
• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo finds inspiration in the art and customs of the Hiaga clan of southern Ghana. Her modern design replicates the Hia or "Wonderful" lovers sculpture. Couples have this sculpture placed on their bed the first night after their traditional wedding by both mother in-laws. "Rich with folklore, ritualism and unity, there cannot be any misunderstanding between lovers after possessing this sculpture," Ahianyo believes.

• Dimension - 26" H x 5.5" W x 3.2" D
• Weight - 2.02
• Color - Black
• West Africa

Evoking the evening, abstract shapes in vibrant and muted colors are embroidered onto this pair of cotton cushion covers from India. Sumiya designs this pair of modern cushion covers, each of which opens with a zipper for inserting a cushion.

Working on a traditional Andean loom, master artisan Wilfredo Rojas creates a pair of cushion covers. A rich cherry red alpaca blend hosts slender stripes in green, burgundy, ivory and orange for a modern look.

• Dimension - 17.25" L x 17.25" W
• Weight - 0.81
• Color - Red
• Features a zipper closure
• Cushion(s) not included
• Dry clean only
• Andes

Working in the style of Zapotec textiles, the Xi-Guia Family Workshop of Mexico crafts this wool cushion cover, woven entirely by hand on the floor loom. The cover features geometric spirals and stripes in earth-tone and blue hues, completed at the cotton back with a slit for inserting a cushion. Say the artisans, 'These are modern designs that nonetheless conserve the basic technique of weaving on the traditional floor loom with Zapotec figures like the diamond and the greca, characteristics of the community of Teotitl�n del Valle.'

Product Features

• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• 20.5" L x 18.25" W
• Front: 100% wool, Back:100% cotton
• Multicolor

Against a tangerine background, a chic woman enjoys a margarita on this pair of chain stitched cushion covers from India. Sumiya creates these cushion covers, which feature intricately embroidered modern designs. Each cover has a back in solid antique white and opens on one side with a zipper for inserting a cushion.

The best way to liven up that tired couch. Kathiana Quispe hand-weaves this colorful cushion cover in geometric patterns using a soft alpaca blend fiber. She adds a convenient zipper closure for easy fitting. The Andean artisan's work mixes the old traditions of her native Cusco with functional, modern designs.

Safe in Mother's arms, an infant seeks her nourishing breast. By Eka, who has young children of her own, this beautiful portrait is modern and abstract. Yet it conveys the deep bond between mother and child. Suar wood's rich grain enhances the signature sculpture.

Product Features

• Signed by the artist
• 12.5" H x 6.75" W x 2.4" D
• Suar wood
• Brown

Elegantly crafted from white marble, this pair of octagonal tealight holders from Raj Kumari and Raja Ram of India provides functional and stylish decor for your home. The tealight holders feature an intricate engraving with a leafy vine motif along the sides and top of each piece. The sleek design with a touch of nature will look fabulous in a modern home.

• Dimension - 1" H x 3.1" W x 3.1" D
• Weight - 1.11
• Color - White
• Tealights not included
• For use with tealights only
• Natural stone - some variations in color and/or pattern are to be expected
• India

Utilizing upcycled metal auto parts, Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez creates a striking sculpture to add a modern touch to your home decor. A doctor wearing a stethoscope sits at a desk, analyzing an X-ray of the human torso. Armando creates the sculpture of screws, nuts, washers, rebar, and iron sheet.

Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha), c.563-c.483 B.C.; b. Lumbini modern-day Nepal.It is said that a fortune-teller divined that Siddhartha Gautama would become a teacher of the world. At age 29, Siddhartha left his wealthy family in pursuit of the truth. After six years, Siddhartha had the religious epiphanies on which Buddhism is based. In short, a wholesome existence guided by the right understanding, the right thinking, the right speech, the right conduct, the right livelihood, the right effort, the right mindfulness, and the right concentration releases one from the painful cycle of life and death. Today, hundreds of millions of people follow his philosophies of compassion and detachment. This sculpture of Buddha is carved in suar wood.

Product Features

• Colors and/or color placement may vary
• 13.992001
• 15.25" H x 11.75" W x 7" D
• Suar wood
• Brown

Working in the traditional style of Chulucanas ceramics, Peruvian artisan Jes�s Rivas designs and handcrafts this decorative vase. It features a large, rounded body with a thin, textured neck, finished with square motifs and dots in tones of black and ivory that evoke modern art forms. The black color is achieved by firing the vase with mango tree leaves. On the bottom, the artist inscribes his name, the name of his hometown, and the phrase Hecho a mano (made by hand).

Product Features

• Signed by the artist
• 6" H x 8.75" Diam.
• Ceramic
• Black, Ivory

An incredibly seductive vase, this design by the Seguso Family combines modern design with glass-blowing techniques brought to Brazil from Murano Island in Italy. Its contours are captivating, as the clarity of the outer surface reflects through the inner teardrop of red and amber.

The presence of air bubbles accentuates the nature of the traditional hand blown crafting process, making each piece unique.

Product Features

• Watertight
• 17.75" H x 6" W x 4.3" D
• Blown glass
• Brown

Recycling a variety of materials, Armando Ramirez depicts a lineman on the job repairing electrical power lines. A sparkplug forms the body and textured wire becomes arms and legs. Die cut scraps, screws and metal tubes complete the image.

• Ramirez does not give his sculptures a fine polished finish, therefore smudges and scratches may be present.
• Features a rustic, rugged finish
• Each work is unique. Recycled parts will vary from piece to piece based on availability.
• Size : 10.75" H x 5.5" Diam.
• Color : Metallic

From Mexican artisan Armando Ramirez comes this creative sculpture of an electric guitar. The artisan selects old auto parts from landfills, cleans and varnishes them, and handcrafts the parts into an incredible and modern work of art.

• Dimension - 20.5" H x 6.25" W x 6" D
• Weight - 4.49
• Color - Metallic
• Promotes recycling and reduces waste
• Each work is unique. Recycled parts will vary from piece to piece based on availability.
• Features a rustic, rugged finish
• Mexico

Graceful, curving shapes suggest the elegant form of a female dancer, leaning with ease into a complex pose. This sculpture realizes the vision of Emne Al-Haje, an artist from Brazil who has been involved in the arts from a young age. She crafts the sculpture from bronze atop a round, granite base for a piece with a modern touch.

• Dimension :-10.75" H x 9" W x 3" D
• Weight :-1.19 lbs
• Material :-Bronze, Granite Base
• Color :-Black
• Signed by the artist
• Each work features slight variations that make it unique