There is something special about giving a gift that feels truly unexpected. A piece with history, craft and personality. Something you know will be treasured because it carries more than function, it carries a story.

Many of our smaller pieces have that quality. Hand-painted soap dispensers, carved statues, lacquer boxes, rice baskets and bowls that bring a whisper of the Orient into everyday rituals. Each one has its own quiet charm, and each becomes part of the home in a meaningful way.

If you’re looking for gifts that stand apart this year, the selection below is a lovely place to begin.