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This decorative Snakes & Ladders game is hand-carved from Sheesham wood. The box features the hand-painted snakes. The top lifts to store the four pegs and die. This is a fun game and also a decorative piece that looks great out on a table or shelf. The hand-crafted nature makes this a special game box that is one of a kind. Instructions included.
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Story behind the Art:
The hand-carved games are crafted in Saharanpur in the region of Uttar Pradesh, India that is well-known for the ancient woodcarving techniques. Temples in this region bear witness to the early talent of artisans in that region. Today, the craft is still practiced using hand tools that are much the same.
Game Summary:
Snakes and Ladders is the classic children's race game but few people realise that it was originally a Victorian copy of an ancient Indian game based upon Hindu morality. The Indian game and the early Victorian versions of snakes and ladders had squares at the top of ladders designed with positive moral messages while the squares at the bottom of snakes showed examples of what can happen to those of bad virtue...
Due to the handmade nature, slight variations in size, color, shape, pattern, or other characteristics may be evident. Each piece is truly a unique work of art, lovingly crafted by hand.
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African Soapstone is among the most beautiful in the world. Mined by hand from surface mines large stones are pulled by a team of workers, cleaved into smaller pieces and...
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Our sleeping Santa owl is such a cute hoot! He is carefully hand crafted of eco-friendly wool felt by women artisans in Nepal. Azo-free dyes. Fair Trade. Meaures 4" x...
$ 26.00
Virgo (August 23 – September 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Aquarius (January 20 – February 18)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 59.99
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The process of turning sheets of metal into beautiful art is...
$ 39.99
Artfully carved from a single piece of wild olive wood using simple hand tools, this rustic pair of wooden salad servers showcase the beautiful natural wood-grain, contrasted by white cow...
$ 26.00
Taurus (April 20 – May 20)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Libra (September 23 – October 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side and the zodiac name on...
$ 26.00
Gemini (May 21 – June 20) Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Capricorn (December 22 – January 19)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
$ 26.00
Cancer (June 21 – July 22)Hand-carved from a single piece of Kisii soapstone by African artisans, the soapstone hearts are brightly painted and feature the zodiac sign on one side...
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This handmade necklace is crafted from glass beads and brass. A great piece on its own or layered. It measures approximately 12 inches with an extender chain to 14 inches....
$ 19.99
Simple and stylish, this heart cuff bracelet with silver matte finish is delicate enough to wear alone or layered to make a statement. Star and Moon accents measure approximately 1/3...
$ 29.99
Handmade by artisans in Kenya using traditional methods passed down through the generations, these olive wood and batik handle serving utensils are a beautiful accessory to your appetizer trays or...
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Handmade by artisans in Kenya using traditional methods passed down through the generations, these olive wood and batik handle serving utensils are a beautiful accessory to your appetizer trays or...
$ 29.99
Handmade by artisans in Kenya using traditional methods passed down through the generations, these olive wood and batik handle serving utensils are a beautiful accessory to your appetizer trays or...
$ 29.99
Handmade by artisans in Kenya using traditional methods passed down through the generations, these olive wood and batik handle serving utensils are a beautiful accessory to your appetizer trays or...
$ 29.99
This delicate heart pendant is great as a standalone piece or or layered. The heart is delicately brushed to add a shimmer. Chain measures approximately 14 inches in length with...
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This delicate crescent moon pendant is great as a standalone piece or or layered. The moon is delicately brushed to add a shimmer. Chain measures approximately 14 inches in length...
$ 129.99
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The process of turning sheets of metal into beautiful art is...
$ 129.99
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The process of turning sheets of metal into beautiful art is...
$ 59.99
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The process of turning sheets of metal into beautiful art is...
$ 39.99
Artfully carved from a single piece of wild olive wood using simple hand tools, this rustic pair of wooden salad servers showcase the beautiful natural wood-grain, contrasted by simple white...
$ 19.99
Mr. Owl is the perfect addition to any desk. This wooden pen holder and eyeglass stand is whimsical and fun. Handmade in India from mango wood and hand-painted with lead-free...
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This wooden pen holder and eyeglass stand is whimsical and fun. Great to liven up a desk! Handmade in India from Sheesham wood.Product Features: Type: Pen holder, eyeglass stand. Colors:...
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Add a Boho pop with these fun, woven macrame coasters. A portion of the cotton material is sourced from recycled cotton; discarded denim is shredded, bleached, and then woven with...
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Add a Boho pop with these fun, woven macrame coasters. A portion of the cotton material is sourced from recycled cotton; discarded denim is shredded, bleached, and then woven with...
$ 79.99
Crafted from upcycled industrial waste -- artisans use leather patches that have been removed from discarded jeans to create sheets of sturdy leather. This functional bag is one of a...
$ 19.99
The honeybee, whose world revolves around its colony, is a reminder to keep focused on creating harmony in our family and community. This brass honeybee cuff makes a great reminder...
$ 59.99
Crafted from recycled 55-gallon steel drums by village artisans in Haiti, these stunning pieces of art are truly one-of-a-kind! The elephant trunk pointed upward signifies luck, prosperity and kindness. This...
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This textured bohemian art will warm up and elevate any space in your home. The neutral hues blend beautifully with any decor and add a conversation starter to your space. ...
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This textured bohemian art will warm up and elevate any space in your home. From the neutral base is a pop of 3-D color featuring raspberry, green, and navy. The...
$ 39.99
This textured bohemian art will warm up and elevate any space in your home. The neutral hues blend beautifully with any decor and add a conversation starter to your space. ...
$ 39.99
This textured bohemian art will warm up and elevate any space in your home. The neutral hues blend beautifully with any decor and add a conversation starter to your space. ...
$ 24.99
Handcrafted in India with a traditional papier-mâché technique, these beautiful hand-painted ornaments celebrate the season with whimsical designs. Each piece is a small piece of art. Set of 2 ornaments. Hand-painted designs,...
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Handcrafted in India with a traditional papier-mâché technique, these beautiful hand-painted ornaments celebrate the season with whimsical designs. Set of 2 ornaments. Hand-painted designs, glossy finish. Each ornament measures approximately 3-inches...
$ 24.99
Handcrafted in India with a traditional papier-mâché technique, these beautiful hand-painted ornaments celebrate the season with whimsical designs. Each piece is a small piece of art. Set of 2 ornaments. Hand-painted designs,...
$ 29.99
This decorative Nine Men Norris game box is hand-carved from Sheesham wood. The top lifts to store the bag of pegs. This is a fun game and also a decorative...
$ 59.99
This exquisite Sheesham wood box transforms into two games: mancala and cribbage. The game is a beautiful home decor accent piece that is also functional to create fun game memories...
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The heart chime is crafted from a mix of acacia wood and iron and glass. This chime works well indoors or under a covered porch; perfect size to hang on...
$ 44.99
The star chime is just magnificent with intricate cut-out work, nine bells that make beautiful sounds, and decorative glass disks adorning the chains. This is a piece of art that can...
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The Celtic chime makes a statement with the cut-out work and glass accented circle in the center. The five bells hang from chains featuring glass decorative beads. This is a...
$ 49.99
The birdhouse chime features two embossed birds perched above five miniature bird houses. The nine bells make sweeet sounds as the bird houses sway. The glass bead accents add a shimmer....
$ 129.99
The set of five mice family can be sold as a set or sold individually. These are sure to be collectibles. They look adorable as Christmas decorations or suitable for...
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The elephant chime is handcrafted from iron, hand embossed, and painted with an antique copper finish and colorful accents. This chime works well as indoor art or an outdoor garden...
$ 19.99
Simple and stylish, this lotus cuff bracelet with matte finish is delicate enough to wear alone for understated style, or layer it with other bracelets to make a statement. The...
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