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Wood Sculpture

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NOVICA's Wood Sculpture Collection. The oldest known wood sculpture dates to about 12,000 years ago. Even before that time, humans carved wood to create utensils and objects of worship. Today, global artisans preserve ancient woodworking traditions and techniques as they create unique handcrafted traditional and contemporary wood sculptures.

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Timothy

Mar 16, 2021

Exquisite!

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I have loved this piece since I first saw it. I purchased two other pieces from this amazing artist, for gifts, but this finally became available and it now hold a very special place in my home. Thank you! I am waiting for the fish family to beccome available again so that I can nenjoy that in my home as well.

Nancy

May 19, 2025

Charming pair

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I had admired these two for a very long time, but never allowed myself to purchase them. They are just lovely and make me smile every time I look at them. They are a charming addition to my cat and mouse collection..

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Wood Sculpture

Rare local woods have inspired this worldwide collection of wood sculptures by artisans from every corner of the globe. From the Andes to Indonesia and Ghana, NOVICA has assembled a vast collection of wood sculptures from artists like Ghana’s Nana Frimpong. A master artisan whose work has garnered worldwide acclaim, he works in a traditional Ashanti style unique to his native land. After studying with his father he furthered his art under the guidance of Professor Ablade Glover. He has used his art to realize his dream of educating his children, and spread his message of peace through his intricate wood sculptures distributed around the world by NOVICA. A truly worldwide collection of unique wood sculptures to enhance any home décor style.

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