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Face of Wealth,'Hand-Carved and Hand-Painted African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan K. Baka hand-carves this African mask of sese wood in a long diamond shape. He hand-paints it with beautiful, multicolored motifs for a lovely addition to your home decor. more

African Wood Bookends Pair 2 Hand Carved 'Sahara Camel

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," he confides. The handsome animals adorn a pair of bookends. more

Novica Handmade African Warrior African Wood Mask

Proud and brave, this African mask stands on a wooden base. Rita Addo Zakour creates a design of her own, carved by hand of native sese wood. "This is my concept of a warrior," the Ghanaian artisan says. more

Purity Hand Carved Translucent White Quartz Christian Religious Theme Collectible Figurine Decor Accent Angel Statue (Brazil)

By Brazil's Guena, the sculpture is hand-carved to represent a peaceful angel. Crafted of quartz, which is thought to synthesize energies and facilitate meditation, the sculpture is stunningly beautiful. more

Faithful Elephant,'Hand Carved Sese Wood African Elephant Cord Necklace'

Carry the beauty of the elephant wherever you go with this unique jewelry design. Hand-carved and crafted by Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor, the necklace features a sese wood pendant and a sliding knot clasp so the length is adjustable. more

Star Hut,'African Decorative Box in Hand Carved Wood with Star Roof'

For the design of this box, Kobina Asmah creates the illusion of a hut with a star for a roof. The Ghanaian artisan carves and paints this original sese wood box by hand. more

Anaafo,'Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask'

West African artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor crafts this daring mask from local ofram wood, then hand paints the forehead in deep, eye-catching red. The mask is named Anaafo after a suburb in Mankessim, Ghana, which shares the name with a neighborhood... more

Symbol of Togetherness,'Hand Carved African Mask in Wood and Aluminum'

With lowered lids, a beautiful woman reveals innate strength and dignity. Richly textured repoussé adorns the forehead and cheeks, and an intriguing brown and yellow motif suggests a head kerchief. By Francis Agbete, this handcrafted African mask is... more

'God is Supreme' - Hand Carved Wood African Wood Mask

Etched by hand in sese wood rich textures define hair eyebrows and lush lashes in a reverent mask by Godfred France. On the forehead Ghana's famed Gye Nyame symbol with its rotating form means I fear none except God. Known as an adinkra symbol this... more

Yaa Asantewaa,'Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask'

With two dark horns pointed toward the sky, this arresting mask from West Africa's Robert Aidoo-Taylor is sure to impress. The artisan names the mask Yaa Asantewaa , a Ghanaian phrase meaning "warrior who led the Ghanaian Ashantis to war." Aidoo-Taylor... more

African Leopard,'Hand Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of an African Leopard'

Padding silently through the forest, an African leopard flaunts a colorful coat with bold black spots. Ghana's Enoch Adjei carves the jungle cat by hand. more

African Bust,'Hand-Carved African Wood Bust Mask from Ghana'

Depicting the bust of an African man, this mask is designed and crafted by Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani. He works with a single piece of sese wood, carving this mask entirely by hand. A clay rub gives this wonderful mask a rustic finish. more

African Luxury,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Decorative Bowl and Lid from Ghana'

An exquisite piece of decor, this bowl and lid are designed by Prince Amartey of Ghana. Using sese wood and aluminum, the artisan hand-embosses the decorative bowl with intricate designs. more

Osunu,'Hand Carved Hand Painted Sese Wood Aluminum African Mask'

This hand-carved mask of sese wood is adorned with rich colors and a prominent aluminum plate, named Osunu , or "elephant" in the Twi dialect spoken by the Akan tribe of Ghana. This original design by Rita Addo Zakour, of West Africa, is hand-carved... more

'Original Green West African Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Mask'

Wide, hollow eyes stare into the distance in this original thought-provoking mask by West African artisan Emmanuel Nyadedzor. Crafted by hand from sese wood, the mask's prominent nose and forehead are plated with embossed aluminum. more

Adowa Dancer,'African Woman Tribal Dancer Hand Carved Wood Sculpture'

Kennedy K. Aseidu honors tradition with the sculpture of a woman dancing the Adowa. One of the most vastly performed dances of the Akan people, the Adowa is mainly danced by women with a choreography that seeks to replicate the movements of the... more

Rejuvenate,'Handmade African Wall Sculpture Carved from Wood'

A Ghanaian man finds repose outside of his hut in this original wall relief sculpture by Abdul Razak of Ghana. He sits in a reclined chair while a coconut palm provides some welcome shade. The sculpture is carved by hand from sese wood and painted in a... more

Ewe wood mask, 'Harvest Increase' - African Hand Carved Wood Mask

Carved and painted by hand this mask is representative of the Ewe people of Ghana. Every peasant farmer with a bumper harvest is given this piece at a ceremony in the chief's palace says Ghanaian artisan Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. This is in appreciation of... more

Hush-a-bye,'Hand Carved Sese Wood African Woman Wall Art Sculpture'

Exemplifying strength, grace and love, there is perhaps no symbol more beautiful than a woman caring for her young child. Joseph Boateng creates a relief panel depicting a Ghanaian woman with her child on her back. Her traditional dress is hand-painted... more

Ashanti Muse I,'Collectible Sculpture African Fertility Doll Carved by Hand'

Daniel Nii Teiko Boye is inspired by the classic Ashanti fertility doll sculptures with their large round heads and outstretched arms. The Ghanaian artisan carves the sese wood sculpture by hand and decorates it with aluminum plates and multicolored... more

Dragon,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Wide eyes and a broad nose make Philip Dankwa's African mask really pop. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, painting the surface with cream-colored patterns, black facial features, and a bright red accent. more

'Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Woman with Pot'

Ghana's Anna Yawson draws inspiration from the strong women of her country for her wood sculptures that always depict them in traditional attire and busy at work. This captivating sculpture of a woman carrying a pot on her head is carved by hand from... more

Guinea Fowl,'Set of 5 Hand Carved African Guinea Fowl Chicken Sculptures'

A mother guinea hen looks after her four chicks in a set of five wood sculptures. Ghana's Anna Yawson depicts the speckled fowl in sese wood, carved and painted by hand. more

Buffalo Horn,'Hand Carved African Wood Buffalo Horn Mask from Ghana'

Hand carved from local sese wood by Ghanaian artist Frank Odei Amoani, this African mask depicts two wide eyes above an elongated nose and closed mouth. Above his head, a protruding piece of wood depicts the mighty horn of a buffalo. The mask is topped... more

'African Giraffe Hand Carved 8-Inch Teak Sculpture (Small)'

Giraffes envelop each other in a lovely embrace in a teak wood sculpture by Francis Agbete. "This posture to me, depicts peace and harmony," says the Ghanaian artisan. After carving the sculpture, Agbete paints the giraffes with vivid artistry. more

Elegant Horns,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, this African mask features an enigmatic face with two elegant horns that climb towards the sky. Rita Addo Zakour designs the mask, featuring a two-tone color scheme in black and beige with red accents that are painted... more

'Hand-Carved Sese Wood Statuette of African Fulani Farmer'

Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this striking figure from local sese wood. Depicting a farmer from the widespread West African Fulani tribe holding a traditional agricultural implement and toting a water bag, the statuette charmingly... more

Shadow Lady II,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Sculpture'

A mysterious black shadow rises gracefully from the ground in this fascinating abstract statuette from West Africa's K. Baka. The artisan hand carves the statuette from local sese wood, sands it smooth, then paints in black to emulate a dark shadow.... more

Blue King,'Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask'

Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood with a decorative top, then paints the surface bright blue with subtle grey accents. more

Elephant I,'African Elephant Mask Rustic Wall Decor Hand Carved in Ghana'

Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this original elephant mask from native sese wood using traditional hand tools. The mighty beast is then painted in red and black with a rustic, distressed finish for an antique look. more

Lucky Man,'Hand-Carved Rustic Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, the face of a man is depicted in this African wood mask from Ghana. Frank Odei Amoani creates this design, detailing the mask with a circular glyph that appears above the man's face. This mask is rubbed with clay for a... more

Baga Protective Serpent I,'Hand Carved African Serpent Sculpture from Ghana'

Salihu Ibrahim in Ghana carves an impressive replica of Bansonyi , the Baga serpent. The figure is generally worn as a headdress in a ritual dance that evokes the serpent's protective spirit over young men that are coming of age. The Baga peoples... more

Wood sculpture, 'African Woman' - Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

With arms upraised she puts her hands together as though in meditation or to celebrate. Anna Yawson works in African sese wood to carve the stylized portrait and adds the rich textures of embossed aluminum to her skirt. Colorful beads adorn her blouse. more

Horned Bird Spirit,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Horned Beak Bird West African Mask'

Artisan Kwasi George from West Africa crafts this mask from sese wood to represent the formidable aspects of a sharp-eyed bird. The striking design blends avian and human features to create an eerie and beautiful piece that will draw the attention of... more

Angel's Friend,'Hand Carved Authentic African Mask in Black Wood'

Expertly carved and painted by hand, this elegant African mask is embellished with the textures of aluminum repoussé. Sefah Annwhar creates a mask of his own design to bring a glimpse of Ghanaian beauty to any setting. more

Giraffe Art,'Giraffes and Bird on African Wall Mask Hand Carved Wood Art'

This wall mask designed by Awudu Saaed is a celebration of West Africa's rich fauna. Above the eyes, giraffes stand tall against a sky-blue backdrop while a parrot flies between them unto the mask's nose. Saaed carves the sese wood mask by hand and... more

Panther,'Ebony Wood Panther Hand Carved by African Artisan'

Smoothly muscled and infinitely graceful, a panther is on the prowl, his fangs bared. Artisan Sylvanus A. Agbolo carves the fearsome feline from ebony wood with a rich brown finish. The artisan's skill is evident in the wonderful detail in the... more

Ghanaian Princess,'Hand Carved West African Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask'

Ghana's Victor Dushie creates this beautiful mask that he hand carves from native sese wood, before painting in shades of burnt orange, dark brown, red, black, and azure. The artisan's own design features beautiful textured aluminum repoussé metalwork... more