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Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng

Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng

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Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng

African masks and wood carvings in West Africa

"I... decorate my works with brass and beads, making them unique."

Update (August, 2019)

“My name is Kwaku Ofosuhene Appenteng. I joined NOVICA about 18 years ago. The market for me in the beginning was very good. My wooden pieces were taken from my shop to the local office. In the early years with NOVICA, I had to visit the office for any information concerning my works, but now with the advancement of smart phones, every bit of information is sent to us via phone.

“Though the sales are not so regular, I am able to make some money to help solve some issues in my family. I started my carving business in Aburi, and I still work in Aburi, but in a well-furnished shop. NOVICA has helped in seeing my children through college, and I now have my own house. To a large extent I have also now become the bread winner for my family.

“I used to do an antique finish, but now I have learnt all sorts of ways to finish my art works. I have also trained 4 people to finish wooden pieces. Life with NOVICA for me has been very fruitful, and I thank NOVICA for giving me this foreign exposure.”

Original Artisan Story

"I was born in eastern Ghana on August 19, 1959. In secondary school, I studied business management and graduated in 1980. I worked for some time after school and then furthered my education by studying business for another two years. After my Advanced Level, I secured a job and worked for sometime and then stopped to find a vocation on my own due to job dissatisfaction. However, in the year 1984, I was introduced to the carving profession by my cousin who was a carver and also a professional teacher. He taught me how to carve for about a year and I had not much difficulty. I then started a full-time professional carving career late in 1985. I have been carving on my own ever since.

"I also learned how to decorate my works with brass and beads, making them unique. I paint them sometimes and I am most inspired at times by my works. They are different and attractive."

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43 items by Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng

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Artist rating

Total reviews

5

Christine

Verified Reviewer

05/23/2019

"Beyond Expectations"

This was my first Novica purchase, so I was wary. But I was blown away by the quality of the piece and very happy with the size. Shipping was much faster than I anticipated based on the delivery window I was provided, and the item was well-packaged for protection of the artwork. The gift wrapping was beautiful, as well! Overall, everything about this purchase exceeded my expectations, and I am a very satisfied customer. I would purchase from this artist again oh, and have I already purchased from Novica several times now!

Best Uses

Wall art

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Purchased Item:

Mother of Three, Sese Wood Wall Decor of Mother and Three Children from Ghana

Ginger

From Centennial, Colorado, USA

Verified Reviewer

04/06/2018

"Great bracelet"

This is a fun and attractive bracelet that compliments any outfit. Great colors and it stays in place. I don?t have large wrists and it was a rather snug fit, plenty of room to get it on and not be tight, but not for someone with large wrists.

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Best Uses

Casual

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Purchased Item:

Evening Allure, Handcrafted Agate and Recycled Glass Beaded Bracelet

Rochelle

Verified Reviewer

12/03/2016

"UNIQUE WOOD CARVING"

Thank you Mr. Apenteng for this beautiful wood carving. The workmanship is outstanding and the hand painting design of the costume is excellent. I am so very, very happy you are working with NOVICA so that people have the opportunity to purchase your works of art. Rochelle New jersey 12-03-2016

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Purchased Item:

Profile of a Queen, Carved Sese Wood Sculpture of an African Woman from Ghana

TheTeacher

From Michigan

Verified Reviewer

07/09/2016

"Purchased as a match to the other Antelope mask"

Beautiful and complimentary piece!!

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Purchased Item:

Antelope Totem, African wood mask

TheTeacher

From Michigan

Verified Reviewer

07/09/2016

"A wonderful addition..."

This mask arrived and looks exactly like it does on the website. It is a beautiful addition to my expanding collection.

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Purchased Item:

Agona Antelope, African Wood Mask

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