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Robert Lanyo
Robert Lanyo
Robert Lanyo
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Robert Lanyo

Hand-carved ebony wood jewelry in West Africa

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"I come from a family that works in arts and crafts. I appreciate the skills of people who carved and I wanted to learn the craft."

"I am Robert Lanyo, a wood carver born in the Volta region of Ghana in 1978. My friends say I am hardworking, very determined and creative. "I come from a family that works in arts and... read more

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Dawn 11/29/2022

Beautiful craftsmanship!

Nicole 12/11/2022

Great for my ADHD son

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Nicole

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12/11/2022

"Great for my ADHD son"

First off. Its a lovely simple piece of jewelry. It has held up well, and still looks great months later. BUT the real reason I got this for my son is because he has ADHD and fidgeting in the classroom can be an issue. Hes now in in high school and fidget toys can be too much. This is a great option that provides sensory input without noise or distraction to the teacher or his classmates. Looks great, helps his ADHD without distracting the class. Win/win

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Chic Silhouettes, Adjustable Ebony Wood Beaded Bracelet from Ghana

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Dawn

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11/29/2022

"Beautiful craftsmanship!"

My new ebony elephant catchall is a gorgeous piece of art crafted masterfully by Mr. Lanyo. I feel selfish keeping it on my dresser — it deserves to be seen by all who enter my home!

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Elephant Carrying a Leaf, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Elephant Mini Catchall from Ghana

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Linda

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10/06/2022

"african wall silhouette"

color pattern not as depicted. top 3/4th is black, remainder brown

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Delights of Africa, Hand Carved Ebony Wood Map of Africa Wall Art from Ghana

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Scott

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09/15/2022

"Unique"

I call him my thinking man. A nice piece that adds to the vibe of my home!

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Thoughtful Man, Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Sculpture from Ghana

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Lin

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02/18/2022

"Meaningful and meditative"

Somehow the big, black beads are calming and so relaxing. I have a lot of shiny and colorful jewelry but sometimes basic black is just right. Being black, it is also very versatile.

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calming meditative versatile

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  • It helps bring a little calm to an otherwise hectic day

Purchased Item:

Meditative Style, Ebony Wood Beaded Stretch Bracelet Crafted in Ghana

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Sonia

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01/23/2022

"Great craftmanship"

This artisan has great attention to detail, so well made!

Best Uses

  • Gift, daily use, lightweight

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Elegant Gye Nyame, Ebony Wood Adinkra Symbol Dangle Earrings from Ghana

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