Wood sculpture, 'Ashanti Sankofa Bird'

Ghanaian Sankofa Birds,'Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)'

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 adinkra symbol known as the sankofa. This is understood... ... more

Wood sculpture, 'Sankofa Bird Message'

Working in native sese wood Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand it features the sankofa image enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as go... ... more

World Menagerie Allessio Sankofa Bird Message Sese Wood Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 19 H x 7.8 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 205870

Working in native sese wood, Allessio depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as "go... ... more

Bungalow Rose Sankofa Bird Wood 2 Piece Figurine Set Wood in Brown/Gray | 8 H x 5 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair A8C12289156C4DAEAF54990452E38A4D

Working in native sese wood, this artisan 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 adinkra symbol known as the sankofa. This is understood as "go... ... more

Handmade Sankofa Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.5" H x 7" W x 3.9" D

Hand carved from rich sese wood and colored with deep scarlet red and black paint, West African artist Winfred Ansah Okoampah presents this sculpture of a bird named Sankofa, an Adinkra symbol meaning "go back and get it." ... 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

Uttermost Uttermost Paol Mango Wood Sculpture Figurine - 20186

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Emeco Aluminum Bird Outdoor Sculpture - BIRD BLACKBIRD

The Aluminum Bird Outdoor Sculpture from Emeco is designed by Yun Li. This sculpture embodies the graceful form of a bird, presented in a contemporary and graphic style that enhances its appearance. Crafted from recycled aluminum, this sculpture adds... ... more

Emeco Aluminum Bird Outdoor Sculpture - BIRD PIGEON

The Aluminum Bird Outdoor Sculpture from Emeco is designed by Yun Li. This sculpture embodies the graceful form of a bird, presented in a contemporary and graphic style that enhances its appearance. Crafted from recycled aluminum, this sculpture adds... ... more

Eco Sankofa,'Recycled Plastic Beaded Sese Wood Sankofa Decorative Chair'

Signifying the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that is characterized by a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back. Ghanaian artisan Malik Jabir Dodoo creates this decorative chair, crafted from sese wood... ... more

Colorful Sankofa,'Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures'

Inspired by the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, which means "return and get it," this pair of sculptures is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, depicting two birds that stretch their necks to reach over their backs. One bird has an egg in its mouth and the... ... more

Bird of Peace,'White and Black Onyx Gemstone Bird Sculpture from Peru'

Standing atop a black onyx half-orb, a peaceful bird is carefully hand-carved from natural white onyx. Peruvian artisan Cesar Gonzales creates this gemstone sculpture for an impressive addition to any home. This bird is completed with glass eyes and a... ... more

'Blue Crested Bird' - Handmade Calcite and Garnet Bird Sculpture

Sculpted of semiprecious gems a beautiful bird boasts a crest of deep blue sodalite. Feathers of caramel calcite and serpentine crown a bold garnet tail. Cesar Gonzales creates an exquisite sculpture crafting the bright eyes from painted glass and the... ... more

White Bird,'White Onyx and Calcite Gemstone Bird Sculpture from Peru'

Standing atop a half-orb of earthy calcite, a lovely white bird is the subject of this gemstone sculpture from Peru. Created by Cesar Gonzales, the sculpture is hand-carved from a single piece of onyx, standing on metal feet. The bird is completed with... ... more

Black Sankofa,'Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana'

Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the Twi dialect of Ghana means to... ... more

Sankofa,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from West Africa'

Hand carved from rich sese wood and colored with deep scarlet red and black paint, West African artist Winfred Ansah Okoampah presents this sculpture of a bird named Sankofa, an Adinkra symbol meaning "go back and get it." The artist's interpretation... ... more

Grey-headed Chickadee,'Handmade Bird Sculpture from Guatemala'

Living only in remote parts of northern Canada and Alaska, the grey-headed chickadee is the rarest of the chickadees. Guatemalan Mauricio Morales shares his enthusiasm for birds with this realistic small sculpture, crafted by hand from ceramic.... ... more

'Colorful Toucan' - Gemstone Bird Sculpture from Peru

Sculpted of semiprecious gems a colorful toucan perches on a calcite trunk. Feathers of sleek black onyx and chrysocolla crown a long aragonite tail. Cesar Gonzales creates an exquisite sculpture crafting the bright eyes from painted glass and the... ... more

Bird in My Garden,'Colorful Hand Carved Costa Rican Bird Wood Pencil Holder'

Carving balsa wood, Guillermina Rivera depicts an imaginary bird she would love to see in her garden. The small black creature is painted by hand with cheery yellow feathers and a bright red breast and cap. Held in place by a magnet, it perches on a... ... more

Ashanti Poise,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Ashanti Sculpture from Ghana'

Full of poise, this Ghanaian sculpture is hand-carved of sese wood and given an antiqued finish. Christian Kwesi Tawiah creates the sculpture to depict a woman. He draws inspiration from the Ashanti tribe of Africa, depicting a woman with braided hair... ... more

Ashanti Pair,'Rustic Sese Wood Sculptures of an Ashanti Couple (Pair)'

Standing side-by-side, an Ashanti pair holds their bellies. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley creates this cultural pair of sculptures; each figure is hand-carved from sese wood and treated with a rustic finish. Colorful jewelry beaded with recycled... ... more

World Menagerie Izabelle Sankofa Bird Wood Sculpture Wood/Metal in Black/Brown/Red | 14.5 H x 8.8 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 232282

Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the Twi dialect of Ghana means to... ... more

'Ashanti Friendship' - Fair Trade Cultural Wood Sculpture

Carved by hand from African sese wood this sculpture is filled with meaning. It depicts two men clasping hands in a gesture of friendship and union. Chief Carver Nana Frimpong presents a piece from Ghana's Ashanti people. ... more

Nesting Bird,'Nesting Bird Hand Carved Wood Sculpture'

The unique forms of benalu wood, related to the mistletoe, lend themselves to the original sculptures of Yudi Suardi. Here, benalu wood evokes a bird's nest, above which a mama bird warily guards her eggs. The bird is carved by hand from jempinis wood... ... more

The Joyful Tree Choir,'Green Ceramic Tree Sculpture with Bird and Floral Motifs'

The cheerful chant of the doves creates a joyful atmosphere in Feriberto Aylas's newest sculpture. Made in Peru from ceramic, this little tree is surrounded by tender birds and vibrant flowers, all attached to the piece by iron wires. The sculpture is... ... more

'Red Bird' - Hand Carved Multigemstone Sculpture

Sculpted of semiprecious gems a beautiful bird boasts feathers of red garnet yellow-green serpentine and bright chrysocolla. Cesar Gonzales creates a realistic sculpture crafting the bright eyes from painted glass and the feet from wrought iron. A rose... ... more

Midnight Grace in Light Brown,'Openwork Kadam Wood Owl Sculpture in Light Brown from India'

The watcher of midnight, an owl, is celebrated with this sculpture from India. Presented by Dayal J. Daryanani, this owl is hand-carved from a single piece of yellow-brown kadam wood. Jali -inspired openwork reveals a smaller owl in this sculpture's... ... more

Excited Black Cat,'Copal Wood Floral Alebrije Black Cat Sculpture from Mexico'

Drawing inspiration from their cultural roots, Mexican couple Zeny and Reyna craft a black cat sculpture by hand, covering the animal in vibrant floral motifs. The playful kitty is handcrafted of copal wood, making it a bright addition to any home.... ... more

Praying Ladies,'Hand-Painted Wood Egg Sculpture with Hindu Theme'

Crafted from albesia wood, this unique egg sculpture is carefully hand-painted by Ketut Bungkling. Using a monochrome palette, he depicts two women performing mebanten , the daily offering made by Balinese Hindus. The sculpture arrives on a golden... ... more

'Hand-Painted Alebrije Wood Peacock Sculpture from Mexico'

Displaying its colorful feathers, an adorable little peacock is hand-carved of copal wood, fanning its vibrant tail feathers. Mexican duo Zeny and Reyna work in the time-honored tradition of alebrije sculptures, decorating the peacock with intricate... ... more

'Hand-Carved Wood Turtle Sculpture with Stainless Steel Legs'

Armenian artisan Vahe Mnacakanyan's stunning turtle sculpture is expertly hand-carved from linden wood, boasting its smooth natural grain. This endearing decorative accent beautifully captures the turtle's characteristic ponderous stride and curious... ... more

Lovely Mother,'Lovely Mother and Child Sculpture in Hand Carved Wood'

"This sculpture is inspired by a mother's love and care, as well as everything that our lovely mothers give us," confides Balinese artist Made Pastika. He masterfully transforms seasoned albesia wood into a sculpture that captures the strength of the... ... more

Caring Couple,'Abstract Romantic Black Suar Wood Sculpture from Indonesia'

Sharing a loving embrace, two figures are depicted in this circular abstract sculpture from Indonesia. Wayan Rendah creates this romantic addition to your home decor. ... more

Wood Elephant Sculpture Hand Carved in India 'Majestic Elephant'

From Suresh and Devender Garg, this striking kadam wood sculpture captures the elephant's inherent majesty. Its lordly stride, intelligent expression, strength and power radiate from the hand-carved piece. The perfect gift for elephants lovers. ... more

Emerging Elephant,'Hand Carved Elephant Sculpture on Wood Stand'

The unusual shapes and forms of benalu wood, related to the mistletoe, lend themselves to this stunning small sculpture from Yudi Suardi in Bali. The artisan carves a magnificent elephant with fierce tusks as if emerging from a unique piece of benalu... ... more

Simply Love,'Heart-Shaped Wood Sculpture'

Get straight to the point with this romantic sculpture from Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari in Bali. Carved by hand from suar wood, the heart-shaped statuette is given a smooth black finish. ... more

'Four Young Elephants' (set of 4) - Lacquered Wood Elephant Sculptures

Walking through a Thai forest four young elephants enjoy one another's company. Nantana Sompamitre crafts the regal quartet from rain tree wood. A symbol of Old Siam the elephants display Thailand's traditional lacquer art. ... more