St. Nicolas Cultural Icons|St. Nicolas Ornaments|Edgar Allan Poe Ornament

This ornament of author Edgar Allen Poe features Poe holding a copy of The Raven — one of his most well-known works — while the titular raven perches on his shoulder. 

St. Nicolas bespoke, handmade ornaments are made using the traditional method of zardozi embroidery, which originated in Persia and reached India in the 12th century. This highly skilled embroidery technique uses gold wires and jewels for embellishments. Today, only a few skilled artisans can create these pieces, making each unique. Since 1988, St. Nicolas has worked with a small Christian charity in Thailand that helps disadvantaged rural women find work in their community.