Gifts for Dad

Unique and Hard To Find Collectibles

Looking for some exotic, hard to find gifts for dad?

How about unique handcrafted presents from around the world?

Here are some of my ideas for cool birthday gifts brought to you by Novica.com in association with National Geographic.

Novica aims to create a bridge between the many talented artisans across the globe and those who value their works. They want people to know about the artists they're buying from and to feel the connection to the product from the hands that created it.

These are extraordinary gifts your dad will absolutely LOVE and you will be appreciated for your good taste and creative ideas.

Plus, by purchasing one of their remarkable items you get to help a struggling artist by allowing him to make a decent living and to continue practicing his incredible skills.

Ritual Masks

Masks. A gift that holds special significance.

They have been used ever since pre-historic times in many cultures around the world for traditional dances, communicate with ancestors, for protection from evil spirits, and in some places they carry a message of wisdom, prosperity, security, and power.

Each mask has a particular meaning, for example, this African Wood mask, 'Punu Spirit of the Dead' is linked with peace, deities, spirits of the dead and the afterlife, and this Mexican 'Warra,' mask full with symbols sacred to the Huichol culture.

To find the best gift for dad you should visit NOVICA - Hand-Carved Art Masks - Home Decor collection, it consist of incredible masks from remote places around the globe and it's absolutely amazing.

Big Boys Toys

What about Exotic Toys and Games Handmade by Artisans?

Your dad will have fun discovering new approaches to classic games, such as carved Wood chess set, 'Gods of War' that represent Balinese gods doing battle, this is an inspiration to chess fans and beauty lovers in general.

Or Wood backgammon set, 'Mythic Lovers'in which mythological lovers that killed themselves so that the evil king won't take the beautiful lady away from her loving husband, are now forever reunited.

Exotic Sculptures

What about exotic sculptures, a beautiful and stylish addition to his office.

From the Roman Empire to isolated tribes in the Amazon jungles, sculptures have been found in most ancient civilizations and are the most important and universal forms of recording the human experience throughout history.

The wide range of deigns, shapes and mediums is overwhelming and I couldn't decide which one I like the most. So, why don't you take a look at the Original Fine Art Sculptures by NOVICA World Artisans, and you'll be the judge.

Musical Instruments

Then these Exotic Musical Instruments Handmade by NOVICA Artists Around the World would make a terrific gift. I'm sure your dad will be stunned with the efforts you have made to get him such a tremendous present.

A great gift idea could be an extraordinary African Wood djembe drum, 'Sword of Justice'a traditional instrument with contemporary flair. Djembe drum first used in Benin for voodoo rituals, now liven up celebrations around the world.

Another suggestion is the AMAZING Xylophone, 'Gilded Elegance', also called gangsa jongkok. It is the basic melodic instrument in the gamelan, an energetic orchestra at the center of Indonesia's art-music tradition. This versatile piece makes an inspired gift for the dedicated musician or an elegant decorative piece for the home.

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So come on, take a look at Novica.com and prepare to be amazed…

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