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Thinking Man
Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture
Thinking Man, Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture
Eric Darko
This sculpture by Eric Darko shows a man deep in deliberation. This piece has a special quality, bringing to mind the feelings of calm and peacefulness that require silent thought.$89.99Artist: Eric Darko
Fancy Traveler
Hand Carved African Ebony and Recycled Glass Beaded Tortoise
Fancy Traveler, Hand Carved African Ebony and Recycled Glass Beaded Tortoise
Agnes Amponsah
This snappy tortoise sculpture has a brightly colored shell that can fool you into believing he's fast! Decorated with recycled glass beads, the ebony wood is first hand carved and then thoroughly... read more$57.99$52.19Artist: Agnes Amponsah
Antelope Motherhood
Hand Carved Ebony Statuette of Antelope Mother and Calf
Antelope Motherhood, Hand Carved Ebony Statuette of Antelope Mother and Calf
Theophilus Sackey
Theophilus Sackey's rendering of an antelope and her calf is awe-inspiring. The Ghanaian artisan transforms a single piece of ebony into a beautiful statuette that captures the unique bond that exists... read more$104.99Artist: Theophilus Sackey
Motherly Love
African Wood Wall Sculpture
Motherly Love, African Wood Wall Sculpture
Kennedy K. Aseidu
Kennedy K. Aseidu honors the loving bond as a mother breastfeeds her child in this inspired wall sculpture. He carves it by hand from sese wood and paints it with reverent artistry, expertly capturing... read more$79.99Artist: Kennedy K. Aseidu
Salsa Dance
Semi Abstract Wood Sculpture of Couple Salsa Dancing
Salsa Dance, Semi Abstract Wood Sculpture of Couple Salsa Dancing
Ibrahim Seyeed
This wonderfully fluid sculpture is the work of Ibrahim Seyeed in Ghana. He carves the piece from native sese wood, delineating the forms of a couple dancing to a salsa beat. Finished in contrasting... read more$94.99Artist: Ibrahim Seyeed
Patience
Hand Crafted Authentic African Fertility Doll from Ghana
Patience, Hand Crafted Authentic African Fertility Doll from Ghana
Rita Addo Zakour
A colorful diamond motif adorns her forehead and embossed aluminum appears on her skirt. By Rita Addo Zakour, this sculpture depicts an Ashanti fertility doll. In West African society women place... read more$89.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Forever Elephants
Ceramic sculptures (Set of 3)
Forever Elephants, Ceramic sculptures (Set of 3)
Samuel Lovi
The strength and power of elephants inspire Ghanaian artist Samuel Lovi to sculpt this ceramic trio. Each elephant is perfectly detailed and painted with oils. Lovi gives each sculpture a special... read more$39.99Artist: Samuel Lovi
Blessed Motherhood
Artisan Hand Carved Sculpture of Mother and Child
Blessed Motherhood, Artisan Hand Carved Sculpture of Mother and Child
Sefah Annwhar
A mother leans forward, looking with love at the infant she cradles in her arms. By Sefah Annwhar, this elegant image is carved by hand of sese wood. The Ghanaian artist works in an abstract style as... read more$69.99Artist: Sefah Annwhar
Sahara Camel
Handmade Wood Bookends (Pair)
Sahara Camel, Handmade Wood Bookends (Pair)
Francis Agbete
Masterfully carving African ofram wood, Francis Agbete elicits realistic portraits of Saharan camels. "I found inspiration in their tough nature and ability to withstand harsh conditions,"... read more$149.99Artist: Francis Agbete
African Spirit
Handcrafted Leather Box
African Spirit, Handcrafted Leather Box
Francis Agbete
African spirit comes to life in this elegant leather box. Hand crafted by Francis Agbete, it holds cards, clips and office items in style. He creates the box from wood and covers it with finely tooled... read more$94.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Thinking Mother
Mother and Child Modern Wood Sculpture Carved by Hand
Thinking Mother, Mother and Child Modern Wood Sculpture Carved by Hand
Victoria Agyepomaa
Sitting, she cradles her baby in one hand, her face in the other. Her thoughtful mood transpires through this extraordinary sculpture. Victoria Agyepomaa combines modern art with tradition in... read more$97.99Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
Buffalo
Unique Cape Buffalo Sculpture Carved from Ebony Wood
Buffalo, Unique Cape Buffalo Sculpture Carved from Ebony Wood
Sylvanus A. Agbolo
Icon of Africa, this Cape buffalo stands strong, wary and alert. Artisan Sylvanus A. Agbolo in Ghana carves the beautiful sculpture by hand from solid ebony wood, allowing the wood's rich grain and... read more$299.99Artist: Sylvanus A. Agbolo
Courage of Africa
Men's wristband bracelet
Courage of Africa, Men's wristband bracelet
Length: 8.5"
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Rich colors pay tribute to African tradition as Robert Aidoo-Taylor crafts a trendy wristband for men. The bracelet features cords in shades of green, grey, black and yellow wrapped around compressed... read more$27.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Male Baule Fertility Mask
Hand Crafted African Mask
Male Baule Fertility Mask, Hand Crafted African Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim faithfully replicates the fertility mask of the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. He carves the sese wood mask by hand with male features including a beard and inverted triangles on the... read more$119.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Lion Prowl
Mighty African Lion Hand Carved Ebony Wood Sculpture
Lion Prowl, Mighty African Lion Hand Carved Ebony Wood Sculpture
Agnes Amponsah
This mighty lion commands respect and admiration. From Agnes Amponsah, the ebony wood sculpture is carved by hand with vivid artistry.$89.99$80.99Artist: Agnes Amponsah
Mother's Children
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture of Family from Ghana
Mother's Children, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture of Family from Ghana
Raymond Yaw Afari
Hoping to become one of the greatest artists in Africa, Ghana's Raymond Yaw Afari uses his work to help continue his education. Carving this sculpture by hand from local sese wood, he names it Eno in... read more$99.99Artist: Raymond Yaw Afari
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds
Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds, Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Working in native sese wood, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates a pair of birds as sculptures. One holds a golden egg while both turn to look behind them. An Ashanti icon, the birds depict a traditional... read more$99.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
African Elephants
Hand Carved Wood Bookends
African Elephants, Hand Carved Wood Bookends
Francis Agbete
Striding purposefully across the savannah, proud elephants find a noble calling in the library. The hand-carved figures grace a beautiful pair of sese wood bookends by Francis Agbete.$159.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Mother of Twins
Handcrafted Abstract Wood Sculpture
Mother of Twins, Handcrafted Abstract Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
With open arms, a mother cradles her twin children in this elegant sculpture. Samuel and Francis Agbetey create smooth, clean lines that spiral into a multiple embrace. In Africa, twins are believed... read more$177.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Peach Allure
Handcrafted Modern Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet
Peach Allure, Handcrafted Modern Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
This bracelet features beads in luscious peach, brown and gray tones. Nonyem Abena Ibeneme knots them by hand with macrame techniques. "This design is an alternative to the usual," the... read more$39.99Artist: Nonyem Abena Ibeneme
Multicolor Wend Panga
Artisan Multicolor Bead Necklace with Wood Agate and Leather
Multicolor Wend Panga, Artisan Multicolor Bead Necklace with Wood Agate and Leather
Length: 19.25"
Ila Suleyman
Ghana's Ila Suleyman designs a necklace featuring five beaded strands threaded with recycled vinyl beads in a mix of pink, blue, brown, yellow, red, orange, black and green. The ends of the... read more$69.99Artist: Ila Suleyman
Elephant Carrying a Leaf
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Mini Catchall from Ghana
Elephant Carrying a Leaf, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Mini Catchall from Ghana
Robert Lanyo
For a handy addition to your home decor, this charming elephant carries a leaf on its back for storing small items and accessories. This mini catchall is designed by Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo. He... read more$59.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Bells of Ghana
Ghana Handcrafted Soapstone and Bauxite Dangle Earrings
Bells of Ghana, Ghana Handcrafted Soapstone and Bauxite Dangle Earrings
Length: 2.6" x 1" W
Rachel Armah
Ghana's Rachel Armah presents earrings that evoke hanging bells. Crafted by hand, they combine natural soapstone and brown bauxite.$37.99Artist: Rachel Armah
Legacy of Africa
Fair Trade Men's Bracelet Hand-crafted Jewelry
Legacy of Africa, Fair Trade Men's Bracelet Hand-crafted Jewelry
Length: 8.5"
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Vibrant colors pay tribute to African tradition as Robert Aidoo-Taylor crafts a trendy wristband for men. The bracelet features cords in shades of navy blue, grey and red wrapped around compressed... read more$29.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Kumasi Blossom
Eco Friendly Ghana Artisan Crafted Wood Stretch Bracelet
Kumasi Blossom, Eco Friendly Ghana Artisan Crafted Wood Stretch Bracelet
Length: 7.5"
Rita Addo Zakour
A floral medallion centers this bracelet, honoring Kumasi, the "garden city" of Ghana. Stacks of sese wood disks flank the blossom in a design by Rita Addo Zakour. Eco-friendly, the central... read more$34.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Odo Bird
African wood mask
Odo Bird, African wood mask
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The animal or bird displayed on this type of traditional West African mask may vary according to the tribe or the occasion for use. Featuring a bird centered on the top of its head, masks such as this... read more$124.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Tigari Healer
Antiqued Tigari Style Hand Carved African Wood Mask
Tigari Healer, Antiqued Tigari Style Hand Carved African Wood Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim recreates a Tigari mask that was uncovered in Ghana in 1890. Of Moshie origin, a Tigari was a person endowed with special powers. This person could be a man or a woman and could heal... read more$239.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Crocodile Jewels
Hand Carved Wood Crocodile Head Decorative Box
Crocodile Jewels, Hand Carved Wood Crocodile Head Decorative Box
Anna Yawson
Anna Yawson captures the fierce, elegant strength of the crocodile with the design of this decorative box. The box is carved by hand of sese wood featuring flared nostrils, big eyes, and the teeth... read more$59.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Blessed for Generations
Bone and resin beaded necklace
Blessed for Generations, Bone and resin beaded necklace
Length: 20"
SoloVida
"For generations, people throughout Africa have worn beaded jewelry to mark special occasions, like child-naming ceremonies and weddings," explain SoloVida. Proud to preserve this legendary... read more$94.99Artist: SoloVida
Rhinoceros
Unique Wood Walking Stick
Rhinoceros, Unique Wood Walking Stick
George Obeng
Securely armored, the rhinoceros brandishes his singular horn like a sword. So large and powerful are these animals they must give way only to the elephant, however, their greatest threat has been... read more$179.99Artist: George Obeng
Ohemaa Elegance
Cat's Eye and Cotton Fabric Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Ohemaa Elegance, Cat's Eye and Cotton Fabric Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Length: 3.5" x 4.3" W
Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator
Beneath beads of natural cat's eye, frills of cotton fabric printed with colorful African motifs dangle. Ghanaian artisan Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator creates these earrings, which swing from brass... read more$29.99Artist: Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator
Judge and Feast
Gabonese Wood Mask
Judge and Feast, Gabonese Wood Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Carved in the image of a wise and solemn woman, this mask by Salihu Ibrahim is inspired by the customs of the Punu people from Gabon. Wonderfully expressive, the sese wood mask serves a judiciary... read more$149.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Animuonyam
Multicolored Recycled Glass Bead Necklace
Animuonyam, Multicolored Recycled Glass Bead Necklace
Length: 22"
Salome Korkor Kpokli
Animuonyam, or "glory" in the Ghanaian Akan language, is an apt description for this bold necklace, designed and crafted by Salome Korkor Kpokli. Multicolored polyhedral recycled glass beads... read more$59.99Artist: Salome Korkor Kpokli
Brave and Strong
Handmade Ivory Coast Wood Mask
Brave and Strong, Handmade Ivory Coast Wood Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
This face of solemn expression bears on its head the image of an elephant. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire, this mask signifies strength and bravery. Guro masks are emblems of the spirits living... read more$124.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Tigari Psychic
Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa
Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim carves a faithful replica of the Tigari mask uncovered in 1890, in Ghana. Of Moshie origin, a Tigari was person especially endowed with psychic powers. This person could be a man or a... read more$149.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim