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Wearing only a sarong around her waist, a woman effortlessly walks with four baskets piled high atop her head. She only needs one hand to hold them steady as she poses for the artist while he crafts her anonymous sculpture. Francis Agbete hand-carves her image from ebony, masterfully creating a sculpture of flowing lines and infinite beauty.
- 0.62 kgs
- 1.4 lbs
- 55 cm H x 7 cm W x 6 cm D
- 21.75" H x 2.8" W x 2.4" D
- Ebony wood
- Each artwork is unique -- wood grain, color, and pattern will differ slightly from picture
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Microcredit Financing
Francis Agbete has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1050. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of ebony wood, leather, brass, polish and sandpaper to increase production.
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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
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This artist supports children under the age of 18.
Write a review"I have always helped my father when he's needed me, so coming to assist my father at the workshop at this time of my educational career was not a new job for me."
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