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Good Luck Elephant Hand Carved Wood Bookends from Africa (Pair)

Name: Hand Carved Wood Bookends from Africa (Pair), 'Good Luck Elephant'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 202363
Price: 157.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.69 (67 reviews)

By Francis Agbete (67)

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Francis Agbete

West Africa Wood masks & leather desk sets

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About this Item

"In Ghana, an elephant raising its trunk is a sign of good luck," Francis Agbete says. Working in richly grained ofram wood, he crafts a pair of bookends depicting the cheerful pachyderms.

Dimensions Metric US/Imperial

0.87 kgs
1.9 lbs

19.5 cm H x 31 cm W x 13.5 cm D
7.75" H x 12.25" W x 5.25" D

Key Features

Ofram wood, plastic
Wood grain and color can vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 202363

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Anja

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Oct 17, 2025

“Excellent artistry and attention to detail”

The craftsmanship and artistry of this wooden sculpture is exquisite! I absolutely love it. The wood feels surprisingly solid and heavy. Thank you, Francis Agbete, for this wonderful carving, that is beautiful from every angle.

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Jeanting

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Apr 14, 2025

“Great”

I got this for my dad to use on his office desk. It looks nice!

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JAVIER

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Nov 04, 2024

“Precioso!”

Es un Nacimiento muy bonito! Una artesanía muy trabajaba. Llegó pronto y es tal cual aparece en las fotos y en la descripción. Muy contento! Gracias.

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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.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Francis Agbete Wood masks and leather desk sets

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"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."

Latest Update“Since I joined Novica in 2003, I have succeeded in gaining international recognition. Before, I only sold within my country and... read more