Hand Carved Armenian Wood Amulet and Home Accent - Domed Daghdaghan Turquoise The elephant is carved by

The elephant is carved by hand from pinewood and carefully hand painted in colorful detail

aquamarine and lapis lazuli

brass and iron hardware allows for easy installation

950 silver charms

this beautiful shawl gives a modern look to traditional Varanasi silk

Hand Carved Armenian Wood Amulet and Home Accent - Domed Daghdaghan Turquoise The elephant is carved byThis hand carved walnut wood Armenian amulet and home accent from artisan Armen Ohanyan is called a dagdaghan and decorated with Armenian ornaments. In the past, daghdaghans had a wide usage in the everyday life of Armenians, as a protection from the evil eye. It would be hung on entrance doors, in jars, by the bedstead and in any place to be protected. There were also special daghdaghans made for children and cattle. While making daghdghans, the