Handmade Thoughtful Man Ebony Wood Sculpture (Ghana)

Gye Nyame Helper,'Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Letter Opener from Ghana'

Hand-carved of ebony wood with rich hues of brown, this elegant letter opener makes an excellent and cultural addition to your home office. Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo creates the sleek opener, detailing the top of the handle with the Adinkra symbol... ... more

17 Stories Handmade Beloved Ghana Ebony Wood Sculpture 5.25 H x 3.1 W x 2.6 D in/grayWood in Brown | 5.25" H X 3.1" W X 2.6" D | Wayfair

Ghana, the ancient land of the Akan people, brings to the world a new vision of life and art with its stunning landscapes and cultural wealth. Proud of this prosperous country, also known as a golden land, artisan Anna Yawson pays homage to her beloved... ... more

Handmade Thoughtful Reader Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 9" H x 4.7" W x 3.5" D

For the thoughtful person, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. A brown figure sits atop a stool, quietly reading a book. A painted finish gives this sculpture a two-tone scheme in brown and white. ... more

Novica Handmade Beloved Ghana Ebony Wood Sculpture

Ghana, the ancient land of the Akan people, brings to the world a new vision of life and art with its stunning landscapes and cultural wealth. ... more

'Hand-Carved Polished Ebony Wood Sculpture of Africa's Map'

The name "Africa" and the map of the continent are featured in this remarkable sculpture carved by hand from ebony wood in Ghana and designed by Anna Yawson. The stunning sculpture sits on a stand, has a lovely polished finish and pays homage to... ... more

Beloved Ghana,'Handcrafted Polished Ebony Wood Sculpture of Ghana's Map'

Ghana, the ancient land of the Akan people, brings to the world a new vision of life and art with its stunning landscapes and cultural wealth. Proud of this prosperous country, also known as a golden land, artisan Anna Yawson pays homage to her beloved... ... more

Tiger Milk Mushroom,'Hand Made Jempinis Wood Mushroom Statuette'

A patch of tiger milk mushrooms springs from the ground, ripe for plucking, in this charming sculpture from Bali's Yudi Suardi. Hand carved in natural jempinis wood, the detachable sculpture levitates on a base of benalu, or parasite wood, with a... ... more

Honeymoon Couple,'Handmade Romantic Suar Wood Sculpture'

A great gift for newlyweds, Nyoman Sudiana's romantic statuette is sure to make anybody swoon. The Balinese artisan hand carves the couple from local suar wood, creating stylized details for a minimalist aesthetic. Finally, rich polish gives the wood a... ... more

'Ebony Wood Sculpture of Woman with Pot Hand-Carved in Ghana'

A woman carrying a golden pot and beautifully dressed in Ghanaian attire featuring bright orange and midnight blue motifs is the protagonist of this captivating sculpture carved by hand from ebony wood. Anna Yawson's design is embellished with cotton... ... more

Colorful Melody,'Handmade Ebony Wood Xylophone from Ghana'

Handcrafted from gorgeous ebony wood, the keys of this African xylophone are simply exquisite. Ghana's Ali Mohammed designs this xylophone, its frame made of sese wood with colorful calabash gourds that hang below the keys. Two wood mallets with rubber... ... more

Handmade Ahokeka Ebony Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.75" H x 3.9" W x 2.8" D

She steadies herself with one hand on her back while the other balances a basket full of fruit on her head. Her belly swells with new life. Dressed in a flowery sarong, she remains ahokeka, or "active" in the Akan language. ... more

Old Couple,'Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, an elderly couple shares a loving moment together on a bench. The man rests his arm around his wife's shoulder while she places her hand on his waist. Remarks the designer, "It was their love that brought them this far." ... 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

Family Reunion,'Family Themed Wood Wall Sculpture Handmade in Ghana'

Ghana's Robert Aidoo Taylor creates an original wood wall sculpture with universal appeal. The hand-carved panel depicts a family tree, with the patriarch at the top, followed by a woman and infant and two other children beneath. The artisan states,... ... more

Handmade Fante Fertility Doll III African wood sculpture (Ghana) - 51 x 21 x 13

I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person. I specialize in antiqued and shining art. ... more

Thoughtful Reader,'Sese Wood Sculpture of a Reading Person from Ghana'

For the thoughtful person, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. A brown figure sits atop a stool, quietly reading a book. A painted finish gives this sculpture a two-tone scheme in brown and white. ... more

Handmade Mother Abena Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 46 x 13 x 10

I am Victoria, a caring and an honest person who specializes in handcrafted arts. I live in the eastern region of Ghana where there is a vast land and each person is allowed to cultivate it. ... more

Thoughtful Man,'Cedar Wood Accent Table of a Sitting Man from Ghana'

Hand-carved of cedar wood with a rich brown finish, a thoughtful man sits and contemplates life. The sleek sculpture forms the stand of this accent table from Ghana. From Raphat Asigbey, it is crowned with a wawa wood tabletop detailed with geometric... ... more

Couple with Pots,'Male and Female Ebony Wood Sculptures from Ghana (Pair)'

This elegantly sleek pair of sculptures is hand-carved by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. They depict the elongated figures of a man and a woman, both carrying large pots on top of their heads. The pieces are carved from sustainable ebony wood... ... more

Black Eve,'Handmade Ebony Wood Sculpture'

Agnes Amponsah's stunning sculpture depicts a young woman with lines on her neck, a symbol of beauty in Ghana. The artisan hand carves the figure from rich ebony wood in stunning detail, then paints the surface in a polished black that gives the... ... more

Handmade Lion Majesty Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 27 x 17 x 11

George Obeng was born on March 30, 1952. His carvings are realized primarily in ebony wood, as the material is endowed with innate strength and beauty that requires no chemical enhancement. ... more

Kafuinam,'Ewe Culture African Wood Mask Handmade by Ghana Artisan'

This hand-carved and decorated African mask by Ghana's Victor Dushie features rich colors and detailed aluminum and brass accents. The style of this mask celebrates the artistic heritage of the Ewe people. The artisan names it Kafuinam , an Ewe name... ... more

Hippo Head,'Ebony Wood Hippo Bust Sculpture from Ghana'

Charming and full of soul, the bust of a hippo adds magnificently to your home decor with this sculpture from Ghana. Abdulai Osman Adam designs the sculpture, which is hand-carved of rich, dark brown ebony wood by local artisans. ... more

Handmade Mother Chimp Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 19 x 12 x 9

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more

Motherly Carrier,'Handcrafted Ebony Wood Pregnant Woman Sculpture from Ghana'

Deep in thought, she carries a large pot on her head, with a hand on her back for support. Her belly swells with new life beneath a flowery sarong. Designed by Agnes Amponsah, this admirable sculpture is carved by hand of ebony wood in Ghana. ... more

Bush Pig,'Ebony Wood Pig Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of ebony wood, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. The sculpture depict a bush pig, its nose pointed towards the ground in search of food. A shiny finish accentuates the natural grain of the ebony wood. ... more

Handmade Monkey Wisdom (4.5 inches) Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 17 x 15 x 7

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more

Balance and Strength,'Ebony Wood Hand Carved Sculpture of Two Figures from Ghana'

Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana hand carves a beautiful sculpture out of ebony wood. The sculpture features the concepts of unity, balance, and strength, depicting one person supporting another with their connected hands, and their legs joined together... ... more

Bust of a Woman,'Signed Ebony Wood Bust Sculpture of a Woman from Ghana'

Working with a passion for recording the events of his day, Ghanaian artist George Obeng creates a striking and expertly-realized sculpture. The bust of a native African woman is realized in dark ebony wood as the artist carefully captures the details... ... more

Handmade Steadfast Love Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 36 x 13 x 8

Update (August, 2019) "Five years ago, I joined NOVICA. Variety is one thing Novica has helped us to achieve in our works. NOVICA provides us with inspiration as to designing our pieces, and it has changed our line of work. ... more

Handmade Man Named Asuo Ghanaian wood sculpture (Ghana) - 52 x 20 x 11

Update (July, 2019) "Oh what a relief…oh what a joy. This has been my song for the past 7 years since I joined NOVICA. I must say it has been a blessing. "In the beginning, the sourcing agents came for items from my shop. ... more

Akatua,'Handmade Ghanaian Ebony Wood and Recycled Glass Sculpture'

Ghanaian artisan Agnes Amponsah hand carves this graceful sculpture from ebony wood. The sculpture depicts a woman carrying a pot made of recycled, multi-colored beads on her head. A figure of the artisan's own design, Amponsah calls the sculpture... ... more

Handmade Ebony Wood Statuettes, 'Ena Ni Agya' (Ghana) - 9" H x 1.8" W x 1.2" D

Ena ni Agya ("mom and dad" in Twi) are dressed in the tradition of the Akan people in this beautiful pair of sculptures from Victoria Agyepomaa. ... more

Handmade Giraffe Family (small) Teakwood sculpture (Ghana) - 34 x 17 x 16

My name is Francis Agbete and I come from a family of traditional wood carvers. I was born December 28, 1976 in a suburb of Accra. ... more

African Message,'Africa-Themed Ebony Wood Letter Opener from Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of ebony wood, this striking letter opener sends a message of African unity. Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo creates this cultural addition to your home or office. ... more

'Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Pen and Pen Holder from Ghana'

By Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo, this exquisite pen and pen holder set will make a sophisticated addition to your office. Robert hand-carves the set of rich ebony wood. The handle of the pen is carved to resemble the image of an African mother... ... more

Akua Donkor Woman,'Wood and Aluminum Multicolored Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved from local sese wood, this sculpture from Ghana depicts a figure with a mask-like head. Ghana's Henry Acquah creates it, adding embossed aluminum to give the sculpture a textured look. With multicolored motifs painted by hand, the sculpture... ... more