"Actual artifacts found across the ancient world inspire each object. We explore the legendary, symbolic or archetypical significance of the items in our selection process. Once selected, the piece is first hand carved in clay, and then molds are crafted for individual piece in a process that is time painstaking and time consuming. But we think it is worth every minute in order to bring you the highest quality product possible. These pieces are a wonderful architectural adornment in the home. They represent a tie to our rich past in a form that is affordable in today's market."