African wood sculpture, 'Fante Fertility Doll III'

Green Fante,'Green Sese Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture from Ghana'

In the style of traditional fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Raphat Asigbey. Local artisans hand-carve this sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the bust of a woman with a patterned neck... ... more

Novica Handmade Fante Fertility Doll Iv African Wood Sculpture

This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a Fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. ... more

Handmade Fante Fertility Doll I Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 42 x 12 x 10

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. ... more

World Menagerie Holmesfield Fante Fertility Twins Wood Sculpture 7.8 H x 3.0 W x 2.0 D in brownWood in Beige | 7.8" H X 3" W X 2" D | Wayfair

In the Fante culture, the fetish priest gives these fertility dolls male and female to married couples who desire twins, explains Winfred Korley. "The tribal mark on both cheeks is meant to protect them from evil. It is believed that carrying these... ... more

Bungalow Rose Elyzza Fante Fertility Doll III Figurine 19.5 H x 7.0 W x 3.5 D in black/brownWood in Rugged | 19.5" H X 7" W X 3.5" D | Wayfair

This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. The Ghanaian artisan carves the female figure by hand from sese... ... more

World Menagerie Forsett Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture 18.0 H x 6.3 W x 2.8 D in black/grayWood in Brown | 18" H X 6.3" W X 2.8" D | Wayfair 184187

The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere, for the doll is believed to foster conception, preferably a daughter. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a... ... more

Red Passion,'Heart Motif Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture in Red'

Adding an air of passion to any space, this sculpture is hand-carved from sese wood in the traditional style of fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe of Africa. Ghana's Raphat Asigbey designs this sculpture, which depicts the bust of a woman with a... ... more

Blue Lover,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Fertility Doll in Blue from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, an ardent lover with a head in the shape of a heart makes a cultural addition to your home decor. Ghanaian designer Raphat Asigbey presents this sculpture, crafted in the style of traditional fertility dolls. This doll is... ... more

Fante Fertility Twins,'Wood sculptures (Pair)'

"In the Fante culture, the fetish priest gives these fertility dolls (male and female) to married couples who desire twins," explains Winfred Korley. "The tribal mark on both cheeks is meant to protect them from evil. It is believed that carrying these... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Ashanti Mother' - Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture

The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere for the doll is believed to foster conception preferably a daughter. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Ashanti Girl' - Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture

Standing with open arms this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face is beautiful and expressive and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. Winfred Korley carves this image by hand dressing her in beads. ... more

Wood fertility dolls, 'Twins' (pair) - Fertility Doll Wood Sculptures

Subtle color distinguishes these beautiful fertility dolls. Nana Frimpong depicts a pair of twins. In Ghana such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Frimpong names the pair Panin (elder twin) and Kakra (younger twin) in... ... more

Akan Ashanti Doll II,'West African Beaded Wood Fertility Doll Statuette'

Saeed Musah of Ghana designs this original akuaba or fertility doll. The figure is carved by hand from sese wood and adorned with recycled glass beads and brass inlay. Such dolls are sometimes carried by West African women who are hoping to conceive... ... more

African wood sculpture, 'Ashanti Fertility Doll V'

Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese wood and adds recycled glass bead jewelry. ... more

Akuaba II,'African Fertility Doll Hand Crafted 28-inch Wood Sculpture'

Robert Kofi Ellis designs an extraordinary version of the legendary fertility doll of Akan origin. Called Akuaba, the doll is characterized by a big round head, very short neck, open arms and a long lean body. Carved of sese wood, the sculpture is... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Baule Mother' - Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture

The Baule women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere for the doll is believed to foster conception. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand carved sese wood doll... ... more

Fante Comb I,'Fante Woman Comb Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture'

Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani celebrates Fante artistry with the design of this comb as wall decor. He carves the sese wood comb sculpture by hand featuring the face and nude upper torso of a woman. Combs have long been regarded as symbols of... ... more

Novica Handmade Ashanti Fertility Doll V African Wood Sculpture

Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese wood and adds recycled glass bead jewelry. ... more

'Comforter' - Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture from Africa

Beautifully feminine an akuaba fertility doll symbolizes the force of tradition. In Ghana such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Nana Frimpong carves the lovely doll that also represents beauty and wisdom. ... more

Wood sculpture, 'Ga Redfish' - Unique African Wood Sculpture

Sleek sese wood and richly textured aluminum repousse come to life as a fish. Carved by hand this elegant sculpture is designed by Anna Yawson. She names it Chiley ?û a local name among the Ga people for a type of redfish. ... more

Teenager,'Wood fertility doll'

With budding breasts and gently curving hips, this young lady is poised on the threshold of adulthood. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts a beautiful fertility doll, gifted by Ghanaian parents to daughters at puberty. Tradition dictates that a woman who cannot... ... more

Fante Drummer,'Colorful Mansonia Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved of mansonia wood, this wall sculpture features abstract forms in brown, yellow, and green that resemble a walking stick. Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor creates the sculpture, inspired by the music of African drummers. ... more

Novica Handmade Obaa Yaa Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture

Bring a touch of African culture to your home with this traditional fertility doll from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this sculpture by hand, depicting the form of a woman. Dolls like these are often given to women who hope to have a child. ... more

'A Special Woman' - Fertility Doll Sculpture Hand Carved in Africa

Sculpted from sese wood and adorned with intricate tribal motifs this lovely doll is named Medimu. In Ghana's Akan language the word means I am special. Daniel Nyadedzor presents an image given to a woman by her husband or parents during festivals to... ... more

'Mother of Twins' - Hand Crafted Fertility Doll Sculpture

Standing with open arms this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face is beautiful and expressive and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. Winfred Korley carves this statuette by hand of sese wood with... ... more

'Queen Mother' (pair) - Handmade Fertility Doll Sculptures

Asantewaa the name of this pair of dolls was a brave queen mother of the Ashanti people of Ghana. She was renowned for her ability to lead men into war and since that time many women who bear this name manifest a representative level of valor and... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Patience'

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 great importance on childbearing and a married woman... ... more

Mansa Woman,'Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana'

A woman stands with arms outstretched, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility doll represents an African tradition, often given to women who are hoping to... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Beautiful Ashanti Mother'

Youthful and beautiful her stylized contours are hand-carved from African sese wood and she wears colorful seed bead jewelry. Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this fertility doll as a woman blessed with two toddlers and an infant. Believed to assist a... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Blessed Ashanti Mother'

Youthful and beautiful her stylized contours are hand-carved from African sese wood and she wears colorful seed bead jewelry. Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this fertility doll as a woman blessed with two toddlers and an infant. Believed to assist a... ... more

'Artisan Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana'

Bringing a touch of African culture to any home, this fertility doll is hand-carved by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey, depicting a mohawk-like headdress atop a long neck. For the Nimba people of Guinea, fertility dolls and headdresses are part of a... ... more

World Menagerie Sweetbriar Fertility Doll Wood 2 Piece Figurine Set 7.0 H x 3.5 W in brown/whiteWood in Brown;red | 7" H X 3.5" W | Wayfair 127104

Subtle color distinguishes these beautiful fertility dolls. Nana Frimpong depicts a pair of twins. In Ghana, such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Frimpong names the pair Panin elder twin and Kakra younger twin in... ... more

Bloomsbury Market Karmen Teenager Wood Fertility Doll Figurine 11.75 H x 5.25 W x 3.0 D in/grayWood in Brown | 11.75" H X 5.25" W X 3" D | Wayfair

With budding breasts and gently curving hips, this young lady is poised on the threshold of adulthood. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts a beautiful fertility doll, gifted by Ghanaian parents to daughters at puberty. Tradition dictates that a woman who cannot... ... more

World Menagerie Esmira Flower of Fertility I Wood Sculpture 19.3 H x 8.8 W x 4.7 D in black/grayWood in Brown | 19.3" H X 8.8" W X 4.7" D | Wayfair

Shaped like a woman's torso, this wall sculpture is inspired by the traditions of the Mende people in Sierra Leone. This sculpture is usually given to women upon their wedding day to assure she'll be able to conceive. Ghana's Salihu Ibrahim carves the... ... 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

Novica Handmade Green Fante Wood Sculpture

In the style of traditional fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Raphat Asigbey. ... more

Dipo Festival,'Artisan Crafted Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana'

Among certain ethnic groups in Eastern Ghana, the Dipo festival is celebrated each spring. The rituals and ceremonies usher young girls into womanhood, and signify that they are of age to be married. The young women may be adorned with beads that are... ... more