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Gift Guide PRIMITIVE | 2011
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Krishna, the God of Love, plays his invisible flute, enchanting everyone’s imagination, casting the most illustrious spell of all. Hand carved in pure white Makrana marble from India. 15”W X 7.5”D X 39”H $17,950
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” mean different things to different people. Some associate it with parties; others associate time with family and friends. Still others associate it with time off, the opportunity to g contributions. Whatever the holidays mean to you personally, one thing is certain: the ciated with the idea of gift giving, of expressing something to those we care about most st, those whom we want to care about us.
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gift guide is filled with heartfelt treasures. Some are little, some are large. They come of practicality, prices and styles. They are meaningful and beautiful, and all can be ound, extending your gift giving beyond the holidays. As you flip through the guide will be answered and some may even be raised; but one will always be answered with a S because each piece says, “I can be given from the heart!”
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Heartfelt, tasteful gifts can ...
be Primitive!
Made for times when you want to
get it together fast!
The SCRUNCH Tote PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Supple leather exterior with removable canvas pouch $189
Wrap yourself in Mongolian wool. Your style will become legendary!
The YETI Coat PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Available in black, white and champagne Long - $1495 Short - $1395
HATS! A PRIMITIVE EXCLUSIVE
Rex Rabbit Cap - $149 Rex Rabbit Flap Cap - $179 Mink Cap - $249 Mink Flap Cap - $395 Fox & Leather - $895 Rex Rabbit Neck Warmer - $139 Rex Rabbit Knotched Warmer - $159
Our new collection of hats and n Italian Leather, some embellishe they represent the perfect merger o
neck warmers feature Finnish fox, Rex Rabbit, Mink & ed with hand knit wool lining. In multiple color ways, of warmth, high style and timelessness.
Keep your neck
warm!
NECK WARMERS A PRIMITIVE EXCLUSIVE
Available in multiple colorways Rex Rabbit - $139
Imagination cloaked in
high style!
FELT - an 8,000 year old material. Raw and rugged, yet defiantly
poetic.
It embodies the drama of our ancestors, yet can be
modern, sophisticated, elegant and playful.
Masterfully worked it establishes a borderless, seamless connection with warmth, comfort, and most of all,
imagination!
FELT HATS PRIMITIVE EXCLUSIVE
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Alligator Tail Clutch
FELT HATS PRIMITIVE EXCLUSIVE
Each piece is handmade and each style is available in a range of color ways and sizes. $295 - $349
FELT SCARVES PRIMITIVE EXCLUSIVE
Each piece is handmade and available in a range of color ways $295
Crystal Clutches
Dressed up, down, or left alone
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PRIMITIVE COLLECTI
Each piece is han in Swarovski Cry over a hard shell with hidden shou $1195
Please visit Primitive in person to see the full range of
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CLUTCHES
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EVOLUTION BOOK & COMPUTER BAG PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Supple cowhide & canvas with unique picture label $149
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ETHIOPIAN CONVERTIBLE CLUTCH PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Convertible clutch shoulder bag $595
Adorned with antique brass attachments from Ethiopian warriors’ jackets, these multi-purpose bags inspire the fig
Can be used
3 ways,
as a clutch,
hand bag or oulder bag!
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ghter within!
Be a traveler, trader and ex
Go on a sojourn, an exp
Voyage to anywhere your m take you. Find a place w anticipation meets expectation and discovery is a way of life, where what you say and how you act is a true reflection of your feelings, where you are totally f ree . L et the world know you cannot be confined to one set of borders, one idea or one style. Be a NOMAD! NOMAD BAG PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Goat leather with antique brass attachments. Available in a wide range of color combinations. Removable purse included for phone, coins or cards. $795
plorer.
pedition.
mind can here
Vintage Obis... The beautiful silk belts that wrap around kimonos were repurposed and converted into one-of-a-kind clutches. Dress up or down, each is sure to reveal the
Secret Geisha
in whomever hands it’s clutched.
VINTAGE OBI CLUTCH PRIMITIVE “KIMONO” COLLECTION
Available in Two Sizes Standard Clutch: 10.5” X 5” $295 Oversize Clutch: 11.25” X 8.5” $495
Please visit Primitive in person to see the full range of
f unique colors and patterns...312. 575. 9600
Alligator Bags
Created exclusively for Primitive
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ALLIGATOR BAGS PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Left - Medium Shopper: Available in black and tobacco brown - $2895 1 Small Tote: Black only - $2495 2 Ball Bag: Black only - $2495 3 Messenger bag with Leather Strap: Black only - $3695 4 Tassle Tote: Black only - $3495
Shown in Tobacco
ALIGATOR CLUTCHES PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
All $995
Long Clutch
Large Tail Clutch
Large Tail Clutch
Small Tail Clutch
ALLIGATOR CLUTCH WITH ATTACHED PLAQUE AMULET PRIMITIVE COLLECTION
Shown with antique, silver Hanuman (God of friendship and loyalty) amulet $1295
Many years ago, a woman in rural India held a silver amulet to her heart and prayed to have a child. Nine months later she placed the charm around her newborn’s neck, knowing that one day it would answer her child’s prayers too. There are countless stories like this surrounding silver plaque amulets from India. It’s believed simple body contact with the amulet will possess a divine power to grant a request, pleased by such
a show of faith.
Please visit Primitive in person to see the full range of uni
iquely individual amulets...312. 575. 9600
PLAQUE AMULETS Rajasthan, India 19th C. or earlier Silver or Silver with Gold Wash Various sizes $89 - $2895
A New Collection of Old Favo
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orites HIMALAYAN JEWELRY A. Dzi Bead Pendants - $495 (Some double sided Dzi Bead; some backed with Sterling Animal Motif)
B. Sterling & Horn Rings - $89 (Floral or Animal Motif)
C. Dzi Bead Pendant - $495 D. Silver Ring with Horse Motif - $495 E. Dzi Bead & Sterling Ring - $995 (All One of A Kind)
F. Silver Ring with Bird Motif - $495 G. Sterling & Mother of Pearl Pendant - $595 (Sterling Bird Motif on Reverse side)
H. Om Mane Padme Hum Rings - $95 - $129 (Gold Wash over Sterling or Simply Sterling)
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I. Saddle Ring - $695 - $895 (All uniquely individual - Turquoise or Coral) H
J. Sterling Ganesh Ring - $149 K. Sterling & Bone Tantric Ganesh Ring - $595
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L. Sterling Om Ring - $129 M. Sterling & Eye Agate Saddle Ring - $695
Bangles and rings in sterling silver featuring ancient mantra – Om Mane Padme Hum, written in stylized Tibetan script. It’s an invocation to the “Jewel in the Lotus,” the compassionate aspect of ourselves.
OM MANE PADME HUM CUFFS Nepal Silver or Silver with Gold Wash Various sizes & styles $295 - $495
g a beloved,
,
Ladakhi Cuffs & Bracelets
CUFFS & BRACELETS India Silver, Turquoise, Coral & Amber Cuffs $695
Relax, read, learn & have a cup of tea . . .
Visit Primitive’s Five Elements Library for a stunning array of interesting and hard to find books
Join us Thursday, December 8th 6:00 - 9:00 PM for a book signing and Design Dialogue with Suzanne Lovell, author of ‘Artistic Interiors’
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See the world through a whole ne
ew window!
These petit wood shrines were kept in the clay houses of rural people in Rajasthan, India! Normally, they framed a small statue of Ganesh, the Remover of Obstacles; they might also have framed the statue of some other deity; they could even have held a small offering, perhaps a rupee or two or some flower petals. Here, in the West they are also more than just decorative. They can be used to frame images of YOUR favorite deity; or perhaps a special charm; or even a small photograph, as we’ve done at Primitive. Whatever they frame, each will cause you to see your world through a whole new window, one filled with the magic of whatever you place inside!
SHRINE FRAMES Rajasthan, India Late 19th/Early 20th C. Teak Wood Size Range: 2 ¾” – 15 ½”W X 4 ¼” – 13 ½” H $195-349
AGARWOOD
I N C E N S E
AGAR PREMIUM $179
AGAR GOLD $129
AGAR SILVER $89
SANDALWOOD I N C E N S E
SANDALWOOD PREMIUM $89
SANDALWOOD GOLD $39
SANDALWOOD SILVER $29
Incense Give your heart, mind, and nose a treat this holiday season with our three types of Primitive Pure incense. Their unforgettable scents are natural, as old as time, and
guaranteed to inspire, relax, and captivate. All three types contain no artificial ingredients.
In ancient times, five elements were recognized as bestowing balance in the world. Now, the wisdom of the ancients is available to you with our Five Elements candles, depicting earth, air, fire, water and spirit.
FIVE ELEMENTS GIFT SET
Set of five 3 in. candles available in 3 scents Spiced vanilla bean Sandalwood Night blooming melati $179
Their scent will inspire you; their glow will light your imagination; and their motifs will instill harmony in your home and heart!
LOTUS FORM CANDLE HOLDER Rajasthan, India Contemporary Hand carved Marble 3 他 in. Dia. X 3 in. H $249
H O L I D AY
Gift Guide PRIMITIVE | 2011
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