Island Crafts
Natural fibers handbag, 'Diamonds Secrets'
A woven criss-cross texture intertwines to form diamonds that show to advantage on a classic handbag. Ketut Wida Haryati selects the warm tones and burnished texture of ate, a durable grass that thrives on the islands of Indonesia. Crafted by hand, its beauty is timeless.
Merchant: NOVICA
Ate grass handbag, 'Organic Textures'
Tightly woven texture covers the broad canvas of this Balinese handbag. Ketut Wida weaves the piece by hand from ate grass, a durable grass that thrives on the islands of Indonesia. Dried and treated extensively, the fiber is burnished to accentuate its natural tones.
Merchant: NOVICA
Murano handblown vase, 'Modern Red Sunrise'
Sinuous contours define this vase, rising assuredly from the narrow base. A sunrise of colors evolves in the sleek liquid surface, as burning red transforms into a cooler champagne tone.
Merchant: NOVICA
Cotton cushion covers, 'Dance of Green' (pair)
Stunning in green grandeur, this pair of cushions evidence Ida Ayu Ketut Karyani's flair for island elegance. She sews the cushion covers by hand of cotton and polyester and adorns them with coquettish tassels and beads.
Merchant: NOVICA
Gourd wall adornment, 'Receptivity'
Price: $38.95*
(NOVICA)
A lizard-like shape is at home on the Amazon island of Maraj�. Depicted in the style of the area's famous cave paintings, it appears on the surface of a dried gourd. Bright color contrast and bold lines distinguish this handsome piece by the Artisans from Par�.
Merchant: NOVICA
Murano handblown vase, 'Elegance - Black Rim'
Fire and ice tint this vase with an admirable medley of colors, from burning reds to cool blues. Dark on the inside, the combination of hues is mesmerizing.
Merchant: NOVICA