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Benin mask, 'Ghost Spirit'

$59.95 (Product ID 108133 from West Africa)

Nii Okaija Annan carves a mask of fearsome beauty that represents a ghost, according to Benin traditions. Highly expressive, this mask is used to invoke the spirits of ancestors. The mask is carved of quality sese wood and adorned with embossed brass plates that mirror the facial artistry of the Benin people, of northern Ghana. ... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

'I Wonder Who Stays Here'

$202.95 (Product ID 108082 from West Africa)

Mist surrounds a cluster of homes caressed by tenuous sunlight. Far from others in a deserted place, the informal neighborhood offers an option. Clifford Kwesi Banson's theme is one of hope amid economic hardship.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Afro Melody'

$192.95 (Product ID 108016 from West Africa)

Colors reverberate through the canvas with each note the musician strums on his guitar in this painting by Ghana's Desmond Boamah. "This painting is about an African musician who reaches the international community with clean, traditional music," explains Boamah as he presents this acrylic on canvas. "African melodies refresh the soul and invite people to dance."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Akan mask, 'Freedom'

$49.99 (Product ID 107954 from West Africa)

This sese wood mask of ravishing beauty personifies freedom, according to Akan traditions. "This type of mask is usually given to someone who has been released from bondage by the family," explains master carver Daniel Nyadedzor. "It signifies true emancipation." Known as Fahodi (meaning freedom), the mask features ornately embossed brass plates and a distinctive hairdo.... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

Akan mask, 'Bless Hard Work'

$42.95 (Product ID 107950 from West Africa)

This extraordinary mask personifies the spiritual essence of the Akan people of Ghana. Daniel Nyadedzor carves by hand the sese wood mask that is locally known as Nhyira, (blessing). "People usually keep a Nhyra mask at home as a reminder that God blesses those who work hard," explains Nyadedzor. The master carver adorns this singular mask with copper wire and embossed brass featuring a sleek gecko.... Read More (Sese wood, copper and brass)

'My Customers'

$119.95 (Product ID 107867 from West Africa)

Heated color conjures the bustle and excitement of a village market. In most West African markets it is women who do the selling, often carrying items on their heads as they move from stall to stall. Their purposeful figures are tall and graceful in this beautiful work by Komla Lawoe.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Pregnant Woman'

$187.95 (Product ID 107856 from West Africa)

She stands with her hands on her back for support, her belly swelling with the new life inside her. She is surrounded by a golden aura that follows her everywhere, including to sell the wares on her head. "The state of developing a human being in a woman's womb is one that should concern us very much," exclaims Esther Yaa Alofe. "The hands on her waist show the need of help and attention during this state, as well as the care she gives to her unborn baby."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Amazement'

$164.95 (Product ID 107845 from West Africa)

Walking down the street with a clay pot on her head, a woman pauses in amazement. Her mouth opens in silent surprise as she gazes at the unseen event. Esther Yaa Alofe depicts her subject with intricate braids and a lovely, flowing gown, and surrounds her in nebulous light.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Trader II'

$187.95 (Product ID 107784 from West Africa)

Strolling gracefully through the marketplace, she draws attention with her poise and beauty. She balances a covered basket on her head, singing out an invitation to buy. Esther Yaa Alofe depicts an itinerant merchant in brilliant colors that echo the busy marketplace. She pays tribute to the working women of Ghana.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Spinning'

$229.95 (Product ID 107768 from West Africa)

Enveloped in golden light, a globe spins through a cosmos of color. Esther Yaa Alofe discovers fire and cool clouds in this beautiful abstract. Depicting the world as seen from space, she creates a metaphor for life. "The world keeps spinning. As such, when you get into problems, never give up but rather gather courage and fight ahead," she advises.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Searching for Unity'

$229.95 (Product ID 107763 from West Africa)

"In life, people try to unite with others but they don't find it easy since others discriminate. So I took this opportunity to paint this piece showing that we are one people," Esther Yaa Alofe says. Her primary palette flows from gold to red to blue, capturing harmonious abstract shapes.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Ancient Sea Site'

$227.95 (Product ID 107762 from West Africa)

Ghana's Esther Yaa Alofe paints a poignant tribute to the port of Elmina, once a major trade center. The foreigners arrived and used the port to ship African slaves to the new continent. Now, Elmina is honored through bi-annual festivals that honor those who were forced away from their home. The festivals also pay homage to the importance that this sea site had for ancient civilizations. ... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Village Life'

$229.95 (Product ID 107750 from West Africa)

Sunlight permeates every corner of this beautiful canvas, filling it with the unrelenting heat of midday. Esther Yaa Alofe captures a scene from a West African village, as three people wend their way through quiet streets. One balances a heavy calabash on her head with grace and dignity.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Red Robin'

$94.95 (Product ID 107679 from West Africa)

Imposing and beautiful, an African personage carries the image of a bird on his forehead. Gleaming brass surrounds the face in radiance, and a deep voice seems to emanate from the open mouth. Representing an ancestor, this handsome mask comes from the Frafra people of Ghana where it is used to invoke the spirits of the ancestors. Abdul Karim Star works in sese wood, adding spectacular beadwork motifs.... Read More (Sese wood, brass and beads)

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Gentle Zebra'

$69.95 (Product ID 107574 from West Africa)

This charming mask takes the shape of a full moon with human features. Decorated with parallel lines, it represents a zebra. "The zebra is known to be cute and gentle. So I took the opportunity to depict it," Abdul Karim Star says. Such masks come from the Dagomba people of Ghana.... Read More (Sese wood)

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Turtle Man Trust'

$42.95 (Product ID 107552 from West Africa)

Centering his forehead, a turtle gazes curiously at the features of a man. Abdul Karim Star carves a mask of bold beauty, contrasting light and dark colors. He names it Bashunge, or "Trust" in the language of Ghana's Hausa people. Such masks remain in the family home, representing the bond of trust among them.... Read More (Sese wood)

Akan wood mask, 'Beautiful Girl'

$42.95 (Product ID 107489 from West Africa)

Binki means "Beautiful" in the language of Ghana's Akan people. Abdul Karim Star carves a mask that expresses the concept, covering the even features with fine symmetrical motifs. This piece is given to every couple who give birth to a beautiful girl.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Toward the Market'

$197.95 (Product ID 107468 from West Africa)

Itinerant merchants stride quickly toward the market, hoping to get an edge on the day's sales. Some pause to chat; all carry merchandise for sale or barter. Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku depicts an everyday scene in West Africa, capturing the grace and purpose of his subjects.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Welcome'

$197.95 (Product ID 107455 from West Africa)

Akan musicians drum with powerful intensity, their cheerful beats extending a warm akwaaba (welcome). Bright acrylic paints allow Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku to create a warm and friendly mood. Admirer of traditions, he presents the musicians in legendary attires playing reknowned African drums.

Titled "Akwaaba" in Akan. ... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Sound Act'

$197.95 (Product ID 107446 from West Africa)

Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku captures the excitement as musicians jam together on trumpets and sax. With colors as vivid as their sweet, clear notes, he paints a vibrant abstract. Unseen drums keep the rhythm.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Afternoon Fetch'

$339.95 (Product ID 105777 from West Africa)

The late afternoon is luminous as women walk homeward. Sent by their families, they often go long distances to fetch water for the home. Komla Lawoe depicts the graceful pair balancing heavy pots on their head as they navigate the quiet forest path.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood mask, 'Blue Ashanti Queen'

$97.95 (Product ID 105686 from West Africa)

A regal coif and serene, symmetrical features depict the beauty of an Ashanti queen. Royal blue enhances her loveliness, contrasting with the natural wood tones. The queen mother holds an exalted place in Ghanaian society, serving as a role model to women in the community and as a valued consort to the king. Nii Noi 'Chico' Nortey carves her sweet face from African sese wood.... Read More (Sese wood)

'See Them Come II'

$269.95 (Product ID 105610 from West Africa)

Holding feathered spears, figures sit tall on horseback. Asayaw Osahene Asante evokes the movement of galloping hooves as the horsemen ride easily across the land. A verdant aura surrounds the riders in a composition of fertile beauty.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'On a Sunny Day'

$149.95 (Product ID 105543 from West Africa)

Sunlight pervades this gentle scene, expertly captured in lucid watercolor. "I went to this town one sunny Saturday and I loved what I saw. The brown roofs of the buildings are traditional," says artist Mukaila Ayoade. The visit inspired this beautiful painting.... Read More (Watercolor on card stock)

'Our Compound'

$149.95 (Product ID 105486 from West Africa)

Bathed in earthen shadows, houses line a narrow lane in a West African village. A lone inhabitant strolls down the quiet road as sunshine casts a shadow indicating it is almost midday. "This is my compound in my village in Nigeria," Mukaila Ayoade says. "The position of the buildings makes it a very good scene."... Read More (Watercolor on card stock)

'Journey Homeward'

$149.95 (Product ID 105481 from West Africa)

Dusk lingers blue in the evening air as working people walk and pedal homeward at the end of the day. Mukaila Ayoade evokes a relaxed tone in a beautiful Nigerian street scene. Homes line the narrow lane, each one bidding a welcome with open doors and windows.... Read More (Watercolor on card stock)

'Mothers'

$357.95 (Product ID 105133 from West Africa)

"I cherish my mother a lot because she has done so many things for me," confides Asayaw Osahene Asante as he paints a tribute to mothers everywhere. "I feel like shouting out to the world how much I love my mother."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Mahogany statuette, 'Dancers in Black'

$54.95 (Product ID 104647 from West Africa)

With arms lifted overhead, partners place a hand on each other's waist and perform a graceful dance. The lithe couple forms an abstract knot with their slender bodies. George Obeng carves the beautiful piece from mahogany wood and gives it a rich black finish.... Read More (Mahogany wood)

Wood mask, 'Man in Love'

$49.95 (Product ID 104304 from West Africa)

Elegant and refined, this personage seems to sigh with contentment. Eric Danquah depicts an enamored young man in sese wood and embossed brass. Meticulously carved using only hand tools, the mask comes from Ghana's Akan people. Danquah names it Odo, or "Love."... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

'Rhythm in Blue' (2004)

$1,029.95 (Product ID 103563 from West Africa)

Musicians stand tall in a blue ambience where drums mark the rhythm for the strings of a goje. Swaying in time to the tune, they seem to meld with a sapphire sky. Mark Buku paints a beautiful portrait, the perspective exalting each person. Beautiful African textiles bring a distinct ethnic appeal to the work.... Read More (Oil on canvas)

Wood walking stick, 'African Elephant'

$87.95 (Product ID 103559 from West Africa)

The power and grace of the African elephant distinguish this beautiful walking stick. Hand-carved by George Obeng, it features a handsome combination of dark tan, black and natural sese wood.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood walking stick, 'King of the Lions'

$84.95 (Product ID 103555 from West Africa)

Considered the king of all animals, the African lion is a regal and beautiful creature. George Obeng carves the mighty cat to crown a walking stick. He finishes the novel design with mansion polish.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Rain Sales' (2005)

$1,249.95 (Product ID 103551 from West Africa)

Umbrellas pop open like colorful mushrooms as a sudden summer shower catches shoppers. But business goes on as usual in this informal street market. Mark Buku captures the bright hues of skirts and kerchiefs, intensified in the rain. Blue puddles are enticingly cool.... Read More (Oil and acrylic on canvas)

'Mother and Child'

$349.95 (Product ID 103544 from West Africa)

With a look of loving concern, a young mother proffers a breast to her child. The infant nurses contentedly in her arms. Her milk, her warmth and loving voice fill the infant with sensations of peace and security. In a gentle portrait that glows with life, Mark Buku depicts a very special relationship.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood statuette, 'A Special Woman'

$39.95 (Product ID 103134 from West 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 express their appreciation.... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Brilliant Mind'

$39.95 (Product ID 103118 from West Africa)

Hand-carved by Daniel Nyadedzor, narrow eyes are far seeing, and the countenance is serious. Its smooth, wide forehead boasts plates of embossed brass, and subtle color distinguishes this beautiful mask. Named Tagbagya (flat headed) in Ghana's Ewe language, it depicts a person of brilliance, thus anyone who excels academically may be given this mask as an award.... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

'Help Me I'

$459.95 (Product ID 102811 from West Africa)

Twin silhouettes gaze toward a mask, seeking solutions in tribal traditions. Drifting in a luminous blue atmosphere, the figures seem to sing. Bernard Mensah's brilliant abstract illustrates a saying, that "two heads are better than one."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Concerned Mother'

$507.95 (Product ID 102469 from West Africa)

Cradled in his mother's arms, this child cannot help but be adored. The background fades into shadows as Bernard Mensah focuses on his subject. Beaming and radiant, the woman has eyes only for her young son, who gazes at her with love. The artist blends magic and realism in this exquisite tribute to family.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Chatting'

$459.95 (Product ID 102458 from West Africa)

Colorfully dressed in modern attire, three fashionable women enjoy a spirited chat. Bernard Mensah celebrates the bond of female friendship in this elegant abstract. Blue shadows surround the trio in a delightful glimpse of West African life.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'The Bride'

$329.95 (Product ID 101730 from West Africa)

Seen in profile, she is every girl on her wedding day. Ben Agbee captures a pensive woman on the threshold of family life as she prepares to take her place in her husband's household. Elegant jewelry and a colorful veil comprise this bride's festive attire.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Makola Market'

$377.95 (Product ID 101729 from West Africa)

With bright colors and bustling activity, Ben Agbee captures the atmosphere of Accra's Makola Market. In the Ga language, mako means "I'll take" and la means "fire". Legend has it that before the advent of electricity, residents of the area had fires burning for long periods of time. Residents of nearby areas seeking to start fires of their own would walk over to take some live coals, hence the name.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Speeding Home'

$242.95 (Product ID 101722 from West Africa)

People hurrying homeward are a favorite theme for Ben Agbee. Wind whips the surf into foamy bubbles and blows the hair of fishermen at the end of the day. Skimming across the water, their boat races through the fog.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Decorative table, 'Eagle Strength'

$117.95 (Product ID 101166 from West Africa)

The eagle's poised elegance and remarkable strength inspire George Obeng in the creation of this coffee table. Working with manual tools, Obeng carves the table from sese wood featuring three legs shaped like eagles. Magnificently detailed, the eagles' presence command respect.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Calabash Display'

$154.95 (Product ID 101143 from West Africa)

Prince Asher paints an extraordinary composition where illusion feasts on the expert manipulation of color. Bowls and pots descend in magical cascade as the artist praises the calabash for its big and intriguing form because thanks to it, it can be used as practical storage containers. People in Ghana use them to store anything from water to grains.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Onyx sculpture, 'Turtle Luck Red'

$59.95 (Product ID 100782 from West Africa)

"Our forefathers believed turtles bring good luck," explains Tina Quaye. "They said that if you were lost at sea, turtles would surely guide you back to dry land." Quaye sculpts the turtle from onyx featuring a smile on its face for the lucky creatures that turtles are.... Read More (Onyx)

Leather and brass chess set, 'Tribal Feuds'

$142.95 (Product ID 100574 from West Africa)

A tribal feud is set to take place over the stylized field of this spectacular leather chessboard. Vividly detailed, each brass piece characterizes a Ghanaian warrior or neighbor. Francis Agbete celebrates his country's history through an admirable, hand-crafted chess set.... Read More (Leather, brass and sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Village Queen'

$39.95 (Product ID 100570 from West Africa)

A leaf graces the forehead of the village queen, reminder that life goes on. Gordon Adu carves the feminine features of an older woman who is considered the mother of the town or village. She is the one to settle disputes among young West African couples, for the years have given her wisdom.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Solo Player'

$422.95 (Product ID 100497 from West Africa)

Expertly fingering the strings of his instrument, a musician raises his voice in song. He plays the goje, a traditional Nigerian instrument with strings that resonate into a hollow calabash. Lanre Adefioye depicts the soloist amid colorful textiles with African motifs.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Melody Maker I'

$422.95 (Product ID 100495 from West Africa)

With drums and trumpet, musicians sing the king's praise. In West Africa, ceremonies are carried out with much pageantry and joy. Lanre Adefioye evokes music, drumming and dancing in this elegant abstract.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Hope'

$422.95 (Product ID 100487 from West Africa)

Cruelly cut off near its base, a tree nonetheless sends out a new branch that sprouts from the scar. Birds take wing with excitement and a peacock rustles lavish feathers in celebration. Lanre Adefioye paints a colorful metaphor expressing the hope of rebirth.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Divine Message II'

$112.95 (Product ID 100485 from West Africa)

Proclaiming a message from the chief to the village, heralds speak through musical instruments. The vibrant notes of a horn accompany the drum's excited rhythm. Frank Nortei's bold, expressive style inspires dance and celebration with a wonderful image of good news.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood throne, 'No Fear'

$289.95 (Product ID 99889 from West Africa)

Nana Frimpong transforms African sese wood into a handsome Ashanti throne. Traditionally used by West African royalty, its base features the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol. With its rotating movements, it is understood as "I fear none except God."... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Chameleon Charisma'

$72.95 (Product ID 99886 from West Africa)

Inspired by the artistic legacy of the Akan people, Nana Frimpong carves an extraordinary sese wood mask featuring a chameleon. According to tradition, this mask is reserved for those who worship more than one god and who behave according to convenience.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Rhythms'

$357.95 (Product ID 99879 from West Africa)

Smooth spheres of burnished terracotta tumble in haphazard array. Prince Asher captures their visual rhythms and voluptuous beauty, highlighting rounded contours with subtle blue shadows. Traditionally used throughout West Africa, such pots store a vast variety of goods and products.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood walking stick, 'Master of the Sky'

$67.95 (Product ID 99787 from West Africa)

Evans Doe Martey interprets the majesty of the eagle, carving the keenly expressive face and each soft feather by hand. In Ghana, the eagle is regarded as the mother of all birds and master of the sky. Her watchful visage tops a handsome sese wood walking stick.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Common Posture'

$357.95 (Product ID 99759 from West Africa)

Striding gracefully toward the viewer, four women turn toward one another in animated conversation. Sunlight falls in vertical rays, enveloping them in color, while unseen ladies in the background step toward the quartet. Prince Asher celebrates the unity of women based on common experience.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Let's Go Dancing II'

$357.95 (Product ID 99748 from West Africa)

Pounding drums are accompanied by joyous dance in this work by Prince Asher. Busy diagonals evoke lively movement, as brightly-dressed men and women express sheer pleasure. Always present in African celebrations, dance finds a visual expression in this passionate blue abstract.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Midday Market'

$357.95 (Product ID 99744 from West Africa)

Leaning forward, she gestures to three shoppers who walk together in formation. Brilliant sun envelops the woman in fiery color, evoking the intense heat of the market at midday. Voluptuous lines bring a sense of generosity to this evocative abstract by Prince Asher.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Scuffle'

$409.95 (Product ID 99737 from West Africa)

Fiery colors swirl like heated emotions in a world that engulfs the figures caught up in it. Prince Prince Asher selects a bold palette of red and yellow for this handsome visual allegory. His allusion is to man's struggle in life, while hands that reach out to clasp another's transmit optimistm and fraternity.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Iron and recycled glass coat hooks, 'Blue Revival' (pair)

$19.95 (Product ID 99636 from West Africa)

Celebrating nature by recycling materials, Dan Quaynor crafts these captivating coat hooks. The ornate pieces are forged from iron and decorated with luscious leaves, which Quaynor makes by recycling glass.... Read More (Iron and recycled glass)

'Coral Player II'

$149.95 (Product ID 99458 from West Africa)

After a hard day's work, men turn to music to revive their souls. These musicians play the kora, or coral a traditional African harp-lute with a long curved neck. Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku depicts them singing together, evoking the fervor of their melodies in crimson.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Speed'

$239.95 (Product ID 98520 from West Africa)

Skimming over the water, a boat races across the azure sea. Wind whips the surf into foamy bubbles and blows the headdresses of boaters. Ben Agbee was impressed by a photograph he took and recreates the sensation of speed in this beautiful painting.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Profile'

$149.95 (Product ID 98516 from West Africa)

Her hair caught by the wind, a woman poses with dignified pride. Ben Agbe paints her portrait with admiring respect because to him, she epitomizes the beauty of the African woman. ... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Division of Labor'

$237.95 (Product ID 97630 from West Africa)

Gliding sinuously down the street, a woman gracefully balances a tray of merchandise on her head. Early morning light tints the sky as working people set out to earn the day's income in a beautiful small town scene. Mukaila Ayoade pays homage to the vital role such itinerant merchants play in Ghana.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood mask, 'Spirit of Wealth'

$59.95 (Product ID 97622 from West Africa)

Lavish brass repoussé suggests tribal tattoos on a handsome face. Hand-carved from sese wood, it invokes the spirit of wealth among the Akan people of Ghana. Evans Doe Martey creates one of the most popular masks seen during ceremonies or funerals, adding jute to simulate a beard.... Read More (Sese wood, brass and jute)

Wood ornaments, 'Three Wise Men' (set of 3)

$27.95 (Product ID 97286 from West Africa)

A serious demeanor distinguishes these handsome personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday décor.

Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood ornaments, 'Royal Kings' (set of 3)

$24.95 (Product ID 97283 from West Africa)

An important part of the Christmas story, the three kings brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday décor.

Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood ornaments, 'Three Kings' (set of 3)

$24.95 (Product ID 97280 from West Africa)

Wood ornaments, 'Wise Men' (set of 3)

$23.95 (Product ID 97277 from West Africa)

Wide foreheads and a serious demeanor identify these personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday décor.

Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by hand, the features may vary slightly.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Setting Off'

$139.95 (Product ID 96526 from West Africa)

Ghana's bright colors dress this group of women with pride and distinction. Having risen very early, they embark on their daily chores. Mawuli Quartey honors the women's dedication with this captivating acrylic on canvas.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Civic Right'

$359.95 (Product ID 95127 from West Africa)

Brightly colored personages jostle for a space in line, each one distinctively different from the other. Listening intently and watching with canny eyes, they size up the situation as they prepare to vote. "I painted this piece to show the civic right owned by every individual in a community," say Anthony Ayo Abolarinwa. "It gives them the full right to elect their leader."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood mask, 'Protective Nature Spirit'

$59.95 (Product ID 95063 from West Africa)

A wide-eyed owl personifies a nature spirit venerated by the Bwa people of Mali and Burkina Faso. When seen by the elders in the wilderness, it is believed to be watching over their families. Evans Doe Martey carves the mask by hand from sese wood.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Ancient Rhythm'

$282.95 (Product ID 95060 from West Africa)

Silhouetted in dancing beams on a blue background, a vocalist leans into the microphone while his companion blows a hot tune on the sax. Desmond Boamah evokes the irresistible rhythms of African music in a moody abstract. Sizzling color captures the excitement of the performance.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Faces'

$199.95 (Product ID 94978 from West Africa)

Faces appear in a busy blue atmosphere, each expressing a different emotion. Kissed by sunshine, the radiant abstract by Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku is lighthearted, but it carries a message. "Not everything in this world is equal," the artist says. "There is a time for some to laugh while others are sad."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Day is Here'

$197.95 (Product ID 94975 from West Africa)

Another day dawns at the Ghanaian seaside as people go about their quotidian chores. Balancing baskets on their heads, veiled women glide gracefully along the street as a man pulls a hand-cart. Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku captures the hustle and bustle in jewel-like colors.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Two on Two'

$199.95 (Product ID 94973 from West Africa)

Differing expressions radiate from a medley of colorful faces, depicted by Emmanuel Tetteh Pecku. In a beautiful collage of eyes and mouths, he conjures faces that offer several opinions. The work illustrates a Ghanaian proverb that for problem solving, two heads are better than one.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood wall adornment, 'Love that Grows'

$54.95 (Product ID 93930 from West Africa)

As lovers lean close to whisper sweet nothings, their silhouettes form a heart. A mighty tree towers overhead. Eric Darko depicts the young couple in an exquisite sese wood carving, likening their affection to a seed that grows day by day until it becomes a sturdy oak.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood walking stick, 'Serpent's Wisdom'

$69.95 (Product ID 93879 from West Africa)

Considered a wise creature in Ghana, a serpent is transformed into an elegant walking stick. Evans Doe Martey carves his original design by hand, burnishing the wood with mansion polish.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Happiness'

$57.95 (Product ID 93687 from West Africa)

With a wide smile spread across his face, this mask symbolizes happiness. The Fang people of Gabon wear this mask during major celebrations. Evans Doe Martey carves an inspiring sese wood replica adorned with ornate brass plates and hand-painted motifs.... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

'Armor of the Zulus'

$367.95 (Product ID 92991 from West Africa)

Colors of rich intensity depict shields and spears of Zulu origin, their presence synonymous with courage. Felix Armah Arkutu pays tribute to the South African tribe through his stylish art, depicting custom in a bold abstract. Minute tribal markings interrupt the vibrant flow of color.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Anchor'

$367.95 (Product ID 92989 from West Africa)

Sunset gilds the sky with orange and amber, turning the water to liquid fire. Tied up at the end of the day, fishing canoes bob at anchor. Felix Armah Arkutu paints a magical portrait of a Ghanaian beach.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Fountains of Life'

$422.95 (Product ID 92739 from West Africa)

Bright strong colors breathe optimism as Lanre Adefioye paints this inspired acrylic on canvas. "Come every one who is thirsty!" beckons the artist. "Drink from the fountain of life. Drink from the fountain of knowledge. Drink from the fountain that will never run dry!"... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Fruit of Life'

$462.95 (Product ID 92735 from West Africa)

Lanre Adefioye's encouraging views on life find explicit representation through his powerful artwork. "Whatsoever a man plants, so shall he reap. If he plants a good seed it will yield a crown of joy, a crown of glory, and most important of all, a crown of exultation," prophesizes Adefioye. "As for me, be strong and do not give up, for your work will be rewarded."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Genesis'

$462.95 (Product ID 92725 from West Africa)

Lanre Adefioye's unique interpretation of creation is stunning and filled with symbolic meaning. Executed with acrylic paints, the composition exudes silent tranquility: This painting is an invitation to contemplation. "In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, and the spirit of God was hovering over the world," believes Adefioye. "He blessed his creation and commanded to be fruitful and increase - fill the earth and subdue it. Man was to rule over the fish and the birds, and over every living creature."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Crowned Peacock'

$349.95 (Product ID 92719 from West Africa)

Wearing a golden crown, a peacock appears with splendid plumage. Closed fields of color surround the proud bird, creating an atmosphere of bright fantasy. "Think of all the beauty around you and be happy," artist Lanre Adefioye says of this bold painting. "Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it."... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Fertility'

$319.95 (Product ID 92718 from West Africa)

Brightly colored ducklings fill the canvas, some seeming to emerge from the egg. Seen in silhouette, the figures are adorned with geometric motifs in reference to African tribal art. Yet Lanre Adefioye paints a work that is bold and modern as he explores nature's diversity.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'Divine Message'

$142.95 (Product ID 92628 from West Africa)

Frank Nortei's bold, expressive style can't help but inspire rhythm, dance and celebration. This painting depicts a beautiful Ghanaian custom - heralds use musical instruments, usually drums and horns, to proclaim a message from the chief to the village. A wonderful image of good news to grace any interior.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'A Prolific Guitarist'

$214.95 (Product ID 91361 from West Africa)

Fast chords accompany a song that penetrates the shadowy night. Leaning into his music, the man ably plays the electric guitar. Desmond Boamah portrays the musician with abstract line while hot colors evoke the excitement of his riffs.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood and leather picture frame, 'Loyalty' (5x7)

$39.95 (Product ID 91229 from West Africa)

Loyalty to family, friends and king is a concept that Mohammed Sckeek explores in his art. Working in burnished leather, he surrounds his picture frame with abstract motifs. The handsome result is applied to tweneboa wood.... Read More (Leather on tweneboa wood)

Wood mask, 'Akan Leader'

$49.95 (Product ID 90884 from West Africa)

Stern features denote a man unmoved by petty rivalries. Characterized by his objectivity and fairness, the mask depicts a tribal leader. Parallel lines underscore the regular contours of this carving by Abdul Karim Star. He names it Edinka (leader), as such masks are given to leaders of the Akan people.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Rhythmic Dexterity'

$169.95 (Product ID 90878 from West Africa)

Illuminated by dancing beams on a blue background, a guitarist explores the rhythms of traditional African music. Desmond Boamah evokes its electric excitement with quick, urgent brushstrokes. With skill and dexterity, the musician's nimble fingers coax chords and riffs from his instrument while he lifts his voice in song.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

Wood mask, 'Punu Spirit of the Dead'

$79.95 (Product ID 90184 from West Africa)

A tall hairdo, closed eyes and intricate patterns on the smooth forehead characterize this handsome mask. Finished in white, the mask is linked with peace, deities, spirits of the dead and the afterlife, and thus it is used during funeral rites. Salihu Ibrahim sculpts this piece in the style of the Punu people who inhabit the upper Ngoume River region of southwestern Gabon.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Bwa Butterfly Spirit'

$97.95 (Product ID 89849 from West Africa)

Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft white wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. The zigzag motif around the face signifies the ancestral path which every Bwa must follow in order to master life. Salihu Ibrahim carves the elegant image from African sese wood.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Earth Goddess Spirits'

$104.95 (Product ID 89847 from West Africa)

Portrayed in a mask, ancestral spirits of the earth goddess grace a beautiful design by Salihu Ibrahim. Named Bayiri, it refers to small sculptures of the female bush spirits among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. Such spirits have no natural shape and must be portrayed in abstract geometric form. These feminine spirits are associated with human fertility.... Read More (Sese wood)

'Duty Calls'

$242.95 (Product ID 89539 from West Africa)

A friendly conversation and a minute of relaxation is all these women need before they make their way into town. As part of their daily chores, they now need to go to the market to buy or to sell. Their dresses are alive with colorful batik patterns and their baskets are the ideal size to carry on their heads. Working with acrylics, Ben Agbe takes a moment from everyday life and transforms it into an inspired work of art.... Read More (Acrylic on canvas)

'After a Good Day'

$289.95 (Product ID 89536 from West Africa)

Ben Agbe transforms age-old customs into a fascinating composition that is wrought with modern artistry. The silhouettes of three women hover around a tree, while a fourth woman makes her way towards it. After having walked through the market, the women meet under the comforting shade of a tree to talk about the day's activities. Agbe's rendition is filled with light and color.... Read More (Acrylics on canvas)

Wood statuette, 'Hold the World Gently'

$47.95 (Product ID 89177 from West Africa)

"In the Akan language we say, 'mo moyen nkuta wiase se kosua,' which means 'hold the world gently in our hands like an egg.' This teaches us that we should not fight or we shall destroy it. Rather, we should unite and raise our world higher," encourages Eric Darko. His sage vision for world peace finds expression in this remarkable sculpture, which he expertly carves of local sese wood.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood sculpture, 'Sweet Mother'

$82.95 (Product ID 88297 from West Africa)

Juliana Akandas celebrates a mother's love and selflessness with this moving carving. "A mother would sooner starve than see her child go without food," observes Akandas. Working with manual tools, Akandas carves the sese wood image of a stork placing food inside her child's beak a natural, instinctive action that symbolizes the power of a mother's love.... Read More (Sese wood)

Wood accent table, 'African Beauty'

$157.95 (Product ID 88293 from West Africa)

Expertly carved from African sese wood, this beautiful accent table is finished in dark brown polish. The lustrous contours feature the textures of brass repoussé. Daniel Nyadedzor names his original design Okuta Me Mu. It means "somebody is holding me" in the language of Ghana's Akan people.... Read More (Sese wood and brass)

Wood walking stick, 'Determination'

$84.95 (Product ID 88291 from West Africa)

Reaching ever upward, people strive for the top. Eric Danquah carves an extraordinarily detailed walking stick. Its airy, open design is topped by a ring. Danquah names the piece Masi Nkete, a phrase in the Akan language meaning "I am determined."... Read More (Sese wood)