Present your gift in a unique, animal theme handcrafted box that will be always cherished. Created by international artisans in socially conscious, non-exploitative partnerships. Use the search box to find a particular animal or pet, for example: cat or dog box, elephant box, frog box, butterfly, turtle box or just type an animal, bird or insect to see all the types of gifts offered. We also offer a selection of animal theme boxes from Lenox & TheBradfordExchange that are not handcrafted.
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Our South Carolina artist interweaves decorative ceramic artworks with narrative animal imagery. The clay medium allows her to capture the whimsical nature of the creature along with the ... [Read more]
Our South Carolina artist interweaves decorative ceramic artworks with narrative animal imagery. The clay medium allows her to capture the whimsical nature of the creature along with the ... [Read more]
Bearers of good news, these frogs arrive beautifully attired with colorful flowers. Nantana Sompamitre transforms them into unique boxes that are carved from mango wood and decorated by h... [Read more]
Birds, fish and rabbits enjoy a feast of pink in a decorative box by Mexico's Adelina Rend n. It is carved from linaloe wood, which exudes a fresh, characteristic fragrance. Rend n paints... [Read more]
With a whir of lacy wings, a dragonfly poises on a lotus bud. Putu Oka Mahendra creates a quintessential image of Bali on these exquisite ceramic boxes. After shaping them on the potter's... [Read more]
Playful and coquettish, this cat personifies the most exclusive of felines, Thailand's Korat, or Si-Sawat cat, reserved only for royals and high-ranking officials. This cat of natural rac... [Read more]
Wearing coats of radiant carnations, two charming bunnies are transformed into fascinating jewelry boxes. Nantana Sompamitre carves the boxes from mango wood and decorates them with Thail... [Read more]
Nantana Sompamitre transforms mango wood into a Korat or Si-Sawat cat. This natural breed originated in Ampur Pimai in the province of Korat where they have been bred in the royal cattery... [Read more]
Sweet natured and purposeful, a little jade hen sits atop a square ceramic box. Thatsanee and Ramphan craft the piece by hand, achieving a fascinating crackle texture through the celadon ... [Read more]
Nantana Sompamitre crafts a captivating set of jewelry boxes to exhibit the lustrous beauty of Thailand's lacquer work. The fish glow like colorful gems that delicately decorate these man... [Read more]
Sculpted from warm crocodile wood and painted by hand, the calm face of a monkey suggests its intelligence nature. Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya carves this extraordinary image, fashioned as a ... [Read more]
This flirty butterfly holds a secret: her hidden drawers make her a fabulous decorative box. Guatemala's Francisco Mendoza creates the original design, a puzzle box crafted by hand with l... [Read more]
Sporting a cheerful grin, a long-eared rabbit has a secret. The charming ceramic bunny opens to hold treasured keepsakes, jewelry or even cookies. Working in the ancient celadon technique... [Read more]
A procession of regal elephants celebrates Indian arts in a soapstone jewelry box by India's Ganesh Sharma. He paints each elephant with exquisite finesse in the style of the legendary Mi... [Read more]
Nestled comfortably and poised elegantly, this hen watches the world around her. Her presence inspires this original box, ideal for the kitchen decor. Nantana Sompamitre brings to life th... [Read more]
By Ahmed Baba Osmanu, this unusual jewelry box is named Akwati Sarki, or "King's Box" in the Hausa language. On its lid, a crocodile speaks to popular wisdom of traditional adin... [Read more]
With florid shells and elegant ornamentation, these turtles are perfect for treasuring keepsakes. Nantana Sompamitre carves the boxes from mango wood and decorates them by hand with Thail... [Read more]
Strutting for his lady love, a peacock flaunts his iridescent feathers. The young hen is intrigued by the male's proud beauty. Kailash Chand depicts the beautiful birds on a handcrafted j... [Read more]
Fanciful animals from the Nazca Plain recreate the splendor of Peru's pre-Inca past. A UNESCO World Heritage site located south of Lima, Nazca's mysterious figures can be seen in their en... [Read more]
Colorful flowers blossom on the wings of butterflies transforming them into gems of Thai artistry. Nantana Sompamitre brings to life these admirable mango wood boxes with legendary lacque... [Read more]
A toucan from Guatemala's verdant rainforest comes to life in richly grained mahogany wood. "When I was a little boy, I saw a toucan when we were visiting the northern part of the co... [Read more]
This design is inspired by the hundreds of butterfly species on the shores of Lake Atitlan," says Guatemalan artisan Salvador Petzey. "I've always been fascinated by butterflies... [Read more]
A familiar sight in the tropics, the iguana is transformed in Francisco Mendoza's hands. He carves the lizard from mahogany wood in such a way that, when the six puzzle pieces are assembl... [Read more]
A pelican observes a majestic sailfish that leaps from the sea. Francisco Mendoza carves the bird from mahogany wood and the fish from ebony in such a way that when the seven puzzle piece... [Read more]
By Ahmed Baba Osmanu, this novel jewelry box is steeped in West African tradition. He shapes the piece of sese wood and carves ornamental motifs along the edges. A gecko stands guard on t... [Read more]
Ahmed Baba Osmanu is inspired by the traditional treasure boxes of kings for the design of this jewelry box. Carved from sese wood, the box is adorned with the legendary Sankofa Adinkra s... [Read more]
Lifting its head to ward off strangers, this valiant tiger is set to guard cherished treasures. Ketut Sandi evokes the tiger's presence to grace this jewelry box. Sandi carves the box fro... [Read more]
Deep in the rainforest, a crested bird emerges from shadow. Maria Estela Perlera de Portillo designs a pinewood box with a mosaic cover. Four shades of wood are used to create the handcra... [Read more]
Wild animals circle a burnished calabash gourd while a hunter sits atop. By Ghanaian artisan Issaka Ibrahim, this novel box is a perfect gift for men. Such pots are used by the people of ... [Read more]
Perched on a leafy branch, birds share a loving kiss in this endearing decorative box. El Salvador's Chalatenango Artisan Cooperative Association carves the pinewood box and painted it by... [Read more]
Performing an imaginative dance, two geckos curve and arch their bodies atop these singular jewelry boxes. Putu Oka Mahendra finds inspiration in Bali's exuberant fauna to design this end... [Read more]
An elegant elephant trods along white marble plains dressed in exquisite gemstone regalia. From India's Raj Kumari, the handcrafted jewelry box features precise inlay work with jasper, ma... [Read more]
The colorful fauna of the countryside come to life in this portrayal of El Salvador. Resplendent in villages and hamlets, songbirds flourish while shy rabbits, cows and horses show their ... [Read more]
When I was a little boy I went to the north and saw a toucan, and I was fascinated by its unique beak of many colors. I've admired toucans ever since!" says Francisco Mendoza with a ... [Read more]
Hummingbirds abound where I come from," says Francisco Mendoza in Guatemala. "It is a pleasant little creature that inspires many artistic forms, including my wood art and the e... [Read more]
I'm in awe of peacocks and their colorful feathered tails. I love to see them use it to lure the females," confides Guatemala artisan Francisco Mendoza. He carves the mahogany puzzle... [Read more]
After galloping across green meadows, a palomino is transformed in Francisco Mendoza's hands. He carves the horse from mahogany wood in such a way that when the three puzzle pieces are as... [Read more]
Peru's Jose Sanchez masterfully carves this camel keepsake box from cedar wood, adorning it with a fringed harness and saddle. The camel opens to serve as a repository for jewelry and oth... [Read more]
Strong and proud, a magnificent horse competes in the races at Todos Santos. Salvador Petzey carves the steed from mahogany wood in such a way that when the puzzle pieces are assembled a ... [Read more]
Inspired by the Ramayana, Ketut Sandi carves the fabled golden deer on the lid of this alluring jewelry box. In the legendary epic, the deer is the knight Marica in disguise, sent by the ... [Read more]
Racing through the darkness, camels wear lavish silks. Bells jingle on their harnesses, for they belong to the stable of the king. Painted by hand, this traditional scene from Rajasthani ... [Read more]
Wearing coats of violet blossoms, three charming bunnies are transformed into fascinating boxes. Nantana Sompamitre carves the boxes from mango wood and decorates them with Thailand's leg... [Read more]
Smooth panels of natural wood are centered with the regal presence of a camel. Carving walnut wood by hand, M. Ayub crafts a delightful jewelry box. Lined with velvet, the box features tw... [Read more]
Diminutive blossoms seem embroidered in brilliant blue. Flowing serenely across a pristine porcelain surface, they are enhanced by golden tendrils. Khun Santiparp crafts a delicate hexago... [Read more]
Raising their trunks in cheerful victory, two elephants reach the summit of a steep hill. They flank a lush tree in a composition of detailed artistry by M. Ayub. He works with seasoned w... [Read more]
M. Ayub proudly presents this elegant jewelry box, carved by hand of walnut wood. Lined with velvet, the box features a divided removable tray. The exterior is adorned with a high relief ... [Read more]
A regal bird hides between blossoming vines and clusters of ripened grapes in the exuberant artistry of this jewelry box. M. Ayub works with seasoned walnut wood, expertly carving the rel... [Read more]
Carved from a single piece of walnut wood, this jewelry box features the sinuous beauty of a dragon. A symbol of good fortune, the mythical creature appears again on both sides. M. Ayub c... [Read more]
Regarded as a creature of benevolent heart, this Asian dragon is destined to guard treasured jewelries. M. Ayub carves the relief work from a single block of walnut wood with exquisite de... [Read more]
Guena presents a jewelry box of exotic beauty featuring the earthy warmth of brown agate. The gem's intense and translucent gleam is surrounded by the noble elegance of cedar. [Read more]
