Novica Ocean
Ceramic earrings, 'Blue Ocean'
Named "Blue Ocean, " these earrings come from Brazilian designer Carolina Amaral. She works in ceramic with a deep blue glaze. Slender steel wires link the disk with posts bathed in nickel.
Celadon ceramic jar, 'Ocean Blue'
Luxuriant foliage emerges through the clear blue tone of this lidded ceramic jar. A melody composed in clay, it is sure to have a sonorous impact on any home interior. Thatsanee and Ramphan use ancestral techniques to create the original celadon ceramic piece.
Necklace, 'Ocean Ancestor'
This dazzling necklace features a glowing disk shedding argent rays with marine shells. Above, two tusk-like cones hold secure the pendant like a mythical banner.
Wood statuette, 'Pilgrimage to the Sea'
With rippling muscles apparent beneath his soft coat, a powerful horse canters easily across the beach. Ocean waves lap at his hooves while the sea breeze caresses his mane and tail. Carving the taut contours from suar wood, Nyoman Karsa sculpts an unforgettable portrait.
Sculpture, 'Ocean Mother Goddess'
Exquisitely gowned in frothy sea blue, a dancer personifies Yemanj�. She embodies the energy of the earth's waters and is considered the mother of all Candombl� orix�s (gods). The Candombl� religion is widely observed in northeastern Brazil.
Mirror, 'Dolphin Twins'
Leaping lithely from the warm Thai ocean, twin dolphins pose on a mirror. Hand-carved, its wooden contours boast floral motifs in aluminum repouss�. Pongnara Kulsiri selects an animal theme for this delightful mirror.