The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

6"H
3.75" Dia.
Glass
Oxidized
Nickelplate
Goldtone
Glittered Hand Paint

Michael Aram is an award-winning American artist who has dedicated his career to craft-based design. Lyrical and often witty, his work encompasses a wide range of media and reveals a rich and variant source of inspiration – nature, mythology, narrative storytelling, and purified form.

Michael Aram

Santa Snow Globe Ornament

Title

Holiday Decor

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about." DETAILS & MATERIALS

2.25"L x 3"W x 4.5"H
Nickelplate
Goldtone

Drumming Teddy Ornament

The Michael Aram Botanical Leaf Collection takes its inspiration from the intricacies of form and texture found in particular types of foliage. Reminiscent of eucalyptus and seagrape, the structure celebrates the twisting branches as much as it does the leaves themselves. "The image of leaves and branches is eternal, and has some kind of meaning for almost everyone. For me, the motif conjures a sense of freshness and fragility, while the materials and craftsmanship speak of something more robust, more human." DETAILS & MATERIALS

3.5"H
11" Dia.
Nickelplate

Botanical Leaf Bread Basket

Serving Baskets

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

3.5"L x 2.5"H
Hand Painted Glitter
Nickelplate, Goldtone

Sledding Teddy Ornament

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4"W x 6"L x 10.25"H
Antique Bronze Iron

Spiral Ornament Stand

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5.3"L x 2.95"W x 2.35"H
Nickelplate
Glittered Hand Paint
Goldtone

Angel Gabriel Ornament

Monet's Garden is inspired by Claude Monet's garden in Giverny. The gardens Monet designed at his atmospheric country home contrast and complement one another, and are captured here in the sculpts throughout Aram's collection. "I felt like I slipped into another world when I first went to Giverny. Monet considered the garden his most beautiful masterpiece, and when the nasturtiums carpet the Grande Allee in late summer, it's easy to see why. The entire grounds are transformed into a truly sublime, lucid mosaic of shape, texture and color."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

Set of 2
5”L x 4.5”W x 13.25”H
Goldtone
Oxidized Brass
Caro Brown Marble

Monet’s Garden Candleholders

Color

Candleholders

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5"H
Hand Painted Glitter
Nickelplate
Goldtone

Nutcracker Ornament

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5.5"L
Polished & Goldtone Aluminum

Twist Candy Cane Gold & Silver Ornament

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

4” Dia. Frame
2.5" Photo
Goldtone

Heart Frame Ornament

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about." DETAILS & MATERIALS

2.75"W x 5.5"L x 2"H
Goldtone
Nickelplate
Hand Painted

Ballerina Ornament

The Ocean Reef Collection is inspired by the bounty and beauty found on the ocean floor. The ocean is symbolic of freedom and limitlessness, and coral represents renewal and strength. Coral reefs are also associated with healing, transformation, and refuge in the face of change. "I was inspired by the resilient beauty and the tranquility of the undersea world. I remember picking up shells and bits of coral as a child and imagining the quiet strength of the undersea universe from which they came."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

3.5"H
10" Dia.
Nickelplate
Grey Sand Washed Enamel

Ocean Reef Bread Basket

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

5.5"L
Nickelplate

Twist Candy Cane Silver Ornament

The Palm Collection is inspired by the beauty of a windswept palm tree and the perfectly imperfect shapes of woven palm leaves and fallen fronds. The warm antique gold finish and the intricate sculpted textures exude comfortable luxury and graciousness. "I was having lunch with friends on a veranda overlooking the sea when I looked down to the lawn and saw a fallen palm frond. The leaves were all twisted and curled, yet it stood out magnificently against the otherwise perfect landscape. It made me think of the passage of time, and the bountiful gifts of the Palm tree, which provides everything from food to shelter." DETAILS AND MATERIALS

Mixed Pair Tall
10"W x 21"H
Short 9"W x 17"H
Nickelplate
Granite

Holds 0.75" Dia. candle (sold separately)

Palm Candleholders Nickelplate

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about." DETAILS & MATERIALS

4.75"L x 5"W x 3.75"H
Nickelplate
Metallic Hand Paint

Stork Ornament Pink

The Michael Aram Ornament Collection portrays a series of unique objects that celebrate symbols of the holiday season. Whether seen individually or as a group, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy with the undeniable signature of Michael's style. Drawing profoundly from Michael's background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from hand-sculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning. "Christmas ornaments hold a special meaning for me, along with millions of people across the world. Each one is like a little jewel, with its own story and its own connections. Every year, they make their highly anticipated appearance and it feels like they bring a particular magic with them. The whole process is like a profound family ritual that sweetly symbolizes everything the holidays are about." DETAILS & MATERIALS

3"L x 1"W x 6"H
Nickelplate
Glittered Hand Paint

Santa Crescent Moon Ornament

The Flights of Fancy Collection is a series of unique objects that celebrate whimsy in daily life. Whether seen individually or among other pieces, they evoke a sense of charm and fantasy. Drawing profoundly from Aram’s background as a sculptor, each piece emerges from handsculpted clay and offers a child-like quality with an inherent depth of meaning.
DETAILS & MATERIALS

9”L x 9”W x 0.75”H
2” Dia. Game Pieces
Includes 10 Game Pieces
Marble
Natural & Oxidized Brass
Polished Aluminum

Dogwood Tic Tac Toe

Games & Puzzles

The Michael Aram Marble Backgammon set is a treasured piece of Aram's Game collection. A game of strategy, skill, and luck, backgammon was a classic pastime during Aram's childhood. "Growing up, I used to play backgammon in the evening with my parents. It's a wonderful treat to teach my own children how to play and see the delight it brings them."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

Board 20"L x 19.75"W x 2.25"H
Box 8.25"L x 6.25"W x 3.75"H
Natural Brass
Firestone Marble
Black Granite
White Marble

Marble Backgammon Set

The Michael Aram Chess Set is made by the artist. His love of nature and antiques workmanship served as the inspiration to create what he considers a 'medieval floral fantasy' motif - unicorns with petal manes and king protea flowers abstracted to represent the "King". "It's interesting how various flower sculpts have taken on the 'personality' of the traditional chess icons. I plan to continue onwards to design more game sets in the future."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

Comes with Velvet Case
Board 18”L x 18”W x 2”H
Case 23”W x 25”L x 6”H
Marble
Goldtone
Nickelplate
Black Nickelplate

Chess Set

The Michael Aram Special Edition Backgammon set is a treasured piece of Aram's Game collection. A game of strategy, skill, and luck, backgammon was a classic pastime during Aram's childhood. "Growing up, I used to play backgammon in the evening with my parents. It's a wonderful treat to teach my own children how to play and see the delight it brings them."
DETAILS & MATERIALS

Board Open 23.25"L x 17.5"W x 1.25"H
Board Closed 11.5"L x 17.5"W x 2.5"H
Wood
Suede
Nickelplate
Black Nickelplate

Backgammon Set

The Mirage Collection is inspired by Michael's workshop in India and his love of ancient craftsmanship. Made using traditional hand forging techniques, Mirage has a contemporary feel that reflects the modernity of design. The forged steel becomes pliable under the force of the hammer to create a rippled and undulating effect, which reminds Michael of waves and dunes. Once polished, the stainless-steel shimmers in the light, like the sun on the water. "I am fascinated with the idea of nature's tricks. Just like the elusive mirage in the desert, the hammered polished metal belies the material, mimicking the illusions created between the sun and water."

DETAILS & MATERIALS

4x6 or 5x7 Photo Frame - 8.5"L x 6.75"W
Convertible (Vertical or Horizontal)Nickelplate - 

Mirage Frame

Gallery Frames

The Black Iris Collection is inspired by the vitality and beauty of the iris flower. Named after the Greek word for rainbow, the idea of a “black rainbow” feels oxymoronic and mysterious. Michael uses contrasting oxidized and polished brass, as his way of doubting the question of whether there is such a thing as an iris which is truly black in nature.
“I am fascinated with the beauty and mystery of black irises. They are symbolic of wisdom, courage, and admiration. Given as gifts, they convey deep sentiments.”

DETAILS & MATERIALS

Holds 5x7 Photo

Easel 9.5"L x 5.25"W
Frame 7"L x 5"W
Stainless Steel

Natural & Oxidized Brass

Black Iris Easel Frame

The Black Orchid Collection was inspired by the powerful sensuality of orchids and the rich ambiance of haute couture – strikingly simple yet full of the most extreme detail. The collection has an almost gothic feeling – opiated, lush, and smoldering – like the dark, velvety atmosphere of a luxurious evening.
"There is something so seductive about orchids. In blackened nickel, they are even more sublime, like a woman wearing a black velvet gown floating through a great estate or a glassy urban high-rise. The dark atmosphere of the orchids against the hammered metal is like the afterglow of a beautiful evening."

DETAILS & MATERIALS

Holds 4x6 or 5x7 Photo
Easel 9"L x 8"W
Frame 8"L x 6"W
Nickelplate
Black Nickelplate

Black Orchid Easel Frame

This collection is inspired by the joy and wonderment of children. They are objects that may capture their unique excitement at the world around them and our precious memories of them as they experience the world. "There is no greater joy for me than to spend every small moment I can with my young children. Each game of tag, each precious scribble or crooked letter, sweet hugs and high fives cumulatively are my greatest gifts. In creating gifts for children, I hope to create objects which are enjoyed now and will become keepsakes in years to come."

DETAILS - Holds 5 x 7 Photo
8.75"L x 8.25"W
MATERIALS - Nickelplate
Enamel

Animal Frame 5x7

The texture of hammertone is an ancient surface treatment for metal that is achieved through the painstaking application of hammer marks, one by one, with the intention of shaping the metal into various forms. The resulting surface texture is vibrant, faceted and as contemporary as it is timeless. "While the immediate narrative in this motif is not as obvious as most of my work, it has just as much meaning. This texture speaks to me of everything I love about Indian hand craftsmanship...rich with the presence of the maker's hand, complex and beautiful, and highly symbolic of human endeavor."

FRAMES - DETAILS
8x10 - Holds 8x10 Photo
12.75"L x 10.75"W
5x7 - 5 x 7 Photo
9.75"L x 7.75"W
4x6 - Holds 4 x 6 Photo
8.75"L x 6.75"W
MATERIALS - Convertible (Vertical or Horizontal)
Gold - Goldtone
Silver - Nickelplate