adinkra symbol (56 items)
Sankofa
Adinkra Symbol Accent Table from Ghanaian Artisan
Sankofa, Adinkra Symbol Accent Table from Ghanaian Artisan
Joseph Boateng
This richly-detailed round accent table is the original creation of Joseph Boateng in Ghana. Using traditional hand tools, he carves the table from native sese wood, with a pedestal depicting a bird... read more$404.94CADArtist: Joseph Boateng
Sankofa
African Adinkra Symbol Cotton Threadwork Wall Art
Sankofa, African Adinkra Symbol Cotton Threadwork Wall Art
Ernestina Oppong Asante
This handcrafted threadwork wall art from Ernestina Oppong Asante features the sankofa, an adinkra symbol that is understood as "go back to your roots," a message conveyed through the form... read more$95.98CADArtist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Adinkra Elephant
Hand Carved Adinkra Symbol Sese Wood Folding Table
Adinkra Elephant, Hand Carved Adinkra Symbol Sese Wood Folding Table
Awudu Saaed
Adorned with four Ghanaian adinkra symbols, this enchanting folding table is the perfect place for a stack of books or cup of tea. West African artisan Awudu Saaed carves the table from native sese... read more$156.97CADArtist: Awudu Saaed
My Lovely Bird
Adinkra Symbol Bird Wood Sculpture with Glass Beads
My Lovely Bird, Adinkra Symbol Bird Wood Sculpture with Glass Beads
Kobina Asmah
"This is my lovely bird," confides Kobina Asmah of this amazing sculpture. Turning its head back on itself, this bird becomes the Sankofa symbol that reminds one to retrieve from the past... read more$119.98CADArtist: Kobina Asmah
Sankofa Philosophy
African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol
Sankofa Philosophy, African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol
Theophilus Anum
Theophilus Anum designs a mask of impressive beauty crowned with the Sankofa bird, from the Akan adinkra symbol. Shaped like a bird with its head turned towards its back, it symbolizes learning from... read more$176.97CADArtist: Theophilus Anum
Hye Wonnye II
African Wood Mask with Adinkra Symbol in Embossed Aluminum
Hye Wonnye II, African Wood Mask with Adinkra Symbol in Embossed Aluminum
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Adorned with the Adinkra Hye wonnye symbol of forgiveness, this mask exhibits the original artistry of Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He transforms the legendary symbol into the image of a bird.... read more$108.98CADArtist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Sankofa Twins
African Wall or Table Masks with Adinkra Symbols (Pair)
Sankofa Twins, African Wall or Table Masks with Adinkra Symbols (Pair)
Theophilus Anum
Beautifully carved, these two masks are crafted of native sese wood by Theophilus Anum. The curved tops of both masks depict the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, a bird with its head turned backwards and an... read more$214.97CADArtist: Theophilus Anum
New Adinkra
Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant from Africa
New Adinkra, Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant from Africa
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
The ruffled feathers of this bird reveals the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol that proclaims God's supremacy. Handcrafted of gleaming sterling silver, the pendant is an original design by Ghana's Joycelyn... read more$146.97CADArtist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
New Adinkra
Unique Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
New Adinkra, Unique Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
The ruffled feathers of these birds reveal the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol that proclaims God's supremacy. Handcrafted of gleaming sterling silver, the earrings are an original design by Ghana's Joycelyn... read more$203.97CADArtist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Sankofa Head
African Wood Sankofa Mask Crafted in Ghana
Sankofa Head, African Wood Sankofa Mask Crafted in Ghana
Alex Ansah Ampofo
Ghanaian artisan Alex Ansah Ampofo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood. The forehead features the image of the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its... read more$271.96CADArtist: Alex Ansah Ampofo
Eco Sankofa
Recycled Plastic Beaded Sese Wood Sankofa Decorative Chair
Eco Sankofa, Recycled Plastic Beaded Sese Wood Sankofa Decorative Chair
Malik Jabir Dodoo
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... read more$51.98CADArtist: Malik Jabir Dodoo
Adinkra Beauty
Adinkra-Themed African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask
Adinkra Beauty, Adinkra-Themed African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask
Paul Ababisa
In hand-embossed aluminum, elephants and traditional Adinkra symbols decorate the forehead of this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates this mask, which he carves from sese wood that is... read more$78.98CADArtist: Paul Ababisa
Adinkra Roots
Ebony Wood Adinkra Bird Dangle Earrings from Bali
Adinkra Roots, Ebony Wood Adinkra Bird Dangle Earrings from Bali
Robert Lanyo
Representing the Adinkra symbol for sankofa, this pair of dangle earrings depict birds that reach to grab eggs off their backs. Meaning "go back and get it" in the Twi dialect, these... read more$38.99CADArtist: Robert Lanyo
Out of Africa
Cultural Sese Wood Decorative Urn from Ghana
Out of Africa, Cultural Sese Wood Decorative Urn from Ghana
Kobina Asmah
In bright, striking colors, lovely designs and African motifs are painted by hand onto this sese wood decorative urn from Ghana. Kobina Asmah creates this lidded urn, which features a variety of... read more$203.97CADArtist: Kobina Asmah
African Antelopes
Ebony bookends
African Antelopes, Ebony bookends
Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Sleek antelopes graze in the African savannah, their graceful elegance captured in ebony wood. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng creates a beautiful pair of bookends, carved by hand and finished with mansion... read more$149.97CADArtist: Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Verdant Sankofa
Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana
Verdant Sankofa, Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana
Rapheal L. Commey
Against a verdant green forehead, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa decorates this African mask. Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey offers this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of... read more$92.98CADArtist: Rapheal L. Commey
Sankofa Duo
Hand-Carved Cedarwood Adinkra Accent Table from Ghana
Sankofa Duo, Hand-Carved Cedarwood Adinkra Accent Table from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
The Adinkra symbol sankofa, meaning "go back and get it," is hand-carved of cedarwood into the two legs of this Ghanaian accent table. Raphat Asigbey designs the table, diligently realizing... read more$380.95CADArtist: Raphat Asigbey
Colorful Sankofa
Adinkra-Themed African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Colorful Sankofa, Adinkra-Themed African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Ransford Bediako
Illustrating the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is an Adinkra symbol portrayed by a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its back. Hand-carved from sese wood, the Sankofa bird is... read more$115.98CADArtist: Ransford Bediako
Sankofa Birds
Hand Carved and Beaded Symbolic Bird Sculptures (Pair)
Sankofa Birds, Hand Carved and Beaded Symbolic Bird Sculptures (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
As a traditional Akan adinkra symbol, the Sankofa bird has special significance in Ghana. The bird is always depicted as looking backwards, to symbolize the concept of "going back to one's... read more$135.97CADArtist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Elephant Pot
Hand Crafted Elephant Decorative Vessel from Ghana
Elephant Pot, Hand Crafted Elephant Decorative Vessel from Ghana
Kwasi Asante
Kwasi Asante in Ghana designs and crafts this remarkable decorative vessel, which features an imposing elephant holding up the lidded jar. The sculpture is carved by hand from sese wood, and engraved... read more$135.97CADArtist: Kwasi Asante
Green Sankofa
Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana
Green Sankofa, Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana
Theophilus Sackey
The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg from its back, means "go back and get it." Reflecting on the importance of learning from the past, Ghana's Theophilus... read more$54.98CADArtist: Theophilus Sackey
Sankofa Wisdom
Original African Wood Mask
Sankofa Wisdom, Original African Wood Mask
Awudu Saaed
Ghana's Awudu Saaed creates the original design of this large sese wood mask to showcase the Sankofa Adinkra symbol. Represented by a bird looking backwards, Sankofa encourages to retrieve from the... read more$88.98CADArtist: Awudu Saaed
Supporting Sankofa
Cedar Wood Sankofa Accent Table from Ghana
Supporting Sankofa, Cedar Wood Sankofa Accent Table from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
Supporting the top of an accent table, the Adinkra symbol Sankofa is hand-carved of cedar wood. Taking the form of a bird picking an egg up off its back, Sankofa translates to "go back and get... read more$366.95CADArtist: Raphat Asigbey
African Sankofa
Sankofa-Themed Ebony Wood Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
African Sankofa, Sankofa-Themed Ebony Wood Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Inspired by African culture, Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo creates this set of four ornaments. He works with natural ebony wood, hand-carving two depictions of the African continent. The other two... read more$54.98CADArtist: Robert Lanyo
Colorful Sankofa
Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures
Colorful Sankofa, Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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... read more$176.97CADArtist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Sankofa Pattern
Sankofa-Themed African Sese Wood and aluminium Mask
Sankofa Pattern, Sankofa-Themed African Sese Wood and aluminium Mask
Paul Ababisa
Depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its back, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that signifies the importance of learning from the past. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates... read more$38.99CADArtist: Paul Ababisa
Sankofa Adinkra Bird
Handmade Wood Jewellery Box
Sankofa Adinkra Bird, Handmade Wood Jewellery Box
Ahmed Baba Osmanu
Ahmed Baba Osmanu is inspired by the traditional treasure boxes of kings for the design of this jewelry box. Carved from sese wood, the box is adorned with the legendary Sankofa Adinkra symbol that is... read more$163.97CADArtist: Ahmed Baba Osmanu
Grateful Bird
Bird-Themed Colorful African Wood Mask from Ghana
Grateful Bird, Bird-Themed Colorful African Wood Mask from Ghana
Ibrahim Seyeed
Designed by Ghanaian artisan Ibrahim Seyeed, this African mask makes a striking addition to any home. At the forehead, the image of a bird reaches down to retrieve an egg, representing the Adinkra... read more$244.96CADArtist: Ibrahim Seyeed
Yellow Sankofa
Aluminum and Sese Wood Sankofa Relief Panel from Ghana
Yellow Sankofa, Aluminum and Sese Wood Sankofa Relief Panel from Ghana
Kobina Asmah
Handcrafted of embossed aluminum and brass over painted black sese wood, this Ghanaian relief panel is designed by Kobina Asmah. He details the center of the panel with the Adinkra symbol Sankofa... read more$95.98CADArtist: Kobina Asmah
Sankofa Thoughts
Sankofa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana
Sankofa Thoughts, Sankofa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana
Kwasi George
Signifying the importance of learning from the past, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa depicts a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back. Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George creates this African... read more$190.97CADArtist: Kwasi George
Sankofa
Mixed Media Sankofa Painting from Ghana
Sankofa, Mixed Media Sankofa Painting from Ghana
K. Baka
Representing the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that translates to "go back and get it." With a painted neck and legs, a bird reaches to grab... read more$54.98CADArtist: K. Baka
Teller of Time
Handcrafted Sese Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Teller of Time, Handcrafted Sese Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Moro Yakubu Monnie
Designed by artisan Moro Yakubu Monnie of Ghana, this wall mask is handcrafted out of sese wood. On the mask's forehead is painted the Adinkra symbol Akoko Nan, which symbolizes nurturing and... read more$122.98CADArtist: Moro Yakubu Monnie
Supreme Deity
Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Wall Mask from Ghana
Supreme Deity, Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Wall Mask from Ghana
Kwasi George
Artisan Kwasi George of Ghana hand-carves three birds onto this sese wood wall mask, one on top of its head and two below its chin. The artisan's unique design features an Adinkra symbol on the mask's... read more$251.96CADArtist: Kwasi George
Gecko Friends
Gecko-Themed Hand-Painted Cotton Table Runner from Ghana
Gecko Friends, Gecko-Themed Hand-Painted Cotton Table Runner from Ghana
K. Baka
Made of cotton in a solid ginger hue, this one-of-a-kind table runner will add an African touch to your kitchen or dining room. Ghanaian artisan K. Baka creates this runner, which he paints by hand... read more$122.98CADArtist: K. Baka
Learn from History
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Learn from History, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood ornaments of the Sankofa Adinkra symbol of a backwards looking bird, which means to look back into history and learn from what may... read more$65.98CADArtist: Robert Lanyo
Sankofa
Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from West Africa
Sankofa, Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from West Africa
Winfred Ansah Okoampah
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... read more$149.97CADArtist: Winfred Ansah Okoampah
Maame Sankofa
African Wood Wall Mask with Recycled Glass Beadwork
Maame Sankofa, African Wood Wall Mask with Recycled Glass Beadwork
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Hand-carved from sese wood, this African wood mask is titled Maame Sankofa or "Mother of Sankofa" by its designer, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Sankofa is a Twi word meaning "reach back and get... read more$108.98CADArtist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Look Back
African Adinkra Theme Hand Carved Walking Stick
Look Back, African Adinkra Theme Hand Carved Walking Stick
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires this beautiful walking stick by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image. This is understood as "go back to your... read more$122.98CADArtist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Past and Present Unity
Brown and Black African Style Accent Table with Bird Motif
Past and Present Unity, Brown and Black African Style Accent Table with Bird Motif
Joseph Boateng
Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng crafts a unique accent table rich with West African symbolism. Hand-carved from native sese wood, the pedestal of the table features three figures holding hand in a... read more$366.95CADArtist: Joseph Boateng
Sankofa Bird
Unique Wood Mask
Sankofa Bird, Unique Wood Mask
Eric Darko
The Sankofa bird looks to the past for the wisdom to build its future, its presence as an Adinkra symbol highlighting this striking Ashanti mask from Ghana. Eric Darko hand-carves the piece, carefully... read more$119.98CADArtist: Eric Darko
Adaptability
Fair Trade African Mask
Adaptability, Fair Trade African Mask
Godfred France
Carved by hand, this authentic African mask revels in bright, bold colors. An adinkra symbol on the forehead conveys conventional wisdom; this one is named Denkyem, which means "crocodile."... read more$108.98CADArtist: Godfred France
Sankofa Bird
Authentic Sese Wood African Mask
Sankofa Bird, Authentic Sese Wood African Mask
Sinclair Yao Daley
Inspired by the sankofa, a traditional Ghanaian adinkra symbol, Sinclair Yao Daley creates a colorful African mask. He carves the image from seasoned sese wood and adds earrings of multicolor cotton... read more$142.97CADArtist: Sinclair Yao Daley
Sankofa Bird Message
Wood sculpture
Sankofa Bird Message, Wood sculpture
Ali Ibrahim
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... read more$219.96CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Ashanti Sankofa Bird
Wood sculpture
Ashanti Sankofa Bird, Wood sculpture
Ali Ibrahim
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... read more$176.97CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Look Back
African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Look Back, African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Kobina Asmah
Working in native sese wood, Kobina Asmah depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. This elegant decorative plate features the sankofa image, created with... read more$105.98CADArtist: Kobina Asmah
Brown Ashanti Bird
Hand Carved African Wood Bird Sculpture with Repousse
Brown Ashanti Bird, Hand Carved African Wood Bird Sculpture with Repousse
Ali Ibrahim
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... read more$230.96CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Sankofa Beat
Artisan Crafted African Adinkra Theme Djembe Drum (20 Inch)
Sankofa Beat, Artisan Crafted African Adinkra Theme Djembe Drum (20 Inch)
Lawrence Kattah
Sankofa, a traditional West African adinkra symbol, adorns the base of a traditional djembe drum. It depicts a bird with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the... read more$285.96CADArtist: Lawrence Kattah
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds
Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds, Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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... read more$137.97CADArtist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Sankofa Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Sankofa Bird Adinkra
Sankofa Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Sankofa Bird Adinkra
Eliasu Adams
The ancient Ghanaian sages transmitted their knowledge and spiritual guidance through mystic symbols known by the region's people as Adinkra. Artist Eliasu Adams tells us more about each of these... read more$95.98CADArtist: Eliasu Adams
Back to My Roots
Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant
Back to My Roots, Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Transformed into a pendant by Joycelyn Sena Zigah is a beloved Adinkra symbol. These West African symbols communicate sayings and concepts through images. "The Sankofa depicts a bird that turns... read more$163.97CADArtist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Back to My Roots
Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Back to My Roots, Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Transformed into earrings by Joycelyn Sena Zigah is a beloved adinkra symbol. These West African symbols communicate sayings and concepts through images. "The Sankofa depicts a bird that turns to... read more$214.97CADArtist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Red Sankofa
African Tribal Wood Bird Carving with Metal Accents
Red Sankofa, African Tribal Wood Bird Carving with Metal Accents
Ali Ibrahim
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.... read more$201.97CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Black Sankofa
Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana
Black Sankofa, Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
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.... read more$201.97CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Spotted Sankofa
Colorful African Wood Bird Sculpture Hand Carved in Ghana
Spotted Sankofa, Colorful African Wood Bird Sculpture Hand Carved in Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
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.... read more$201.97CADArtist: Ali Ibrahim
Revival
Wood mini-djembe drum
Revival, Wood mini-djembe drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The Sankofa Anoma symbol graces this beautiful mini-djembe by Ernestina Oppong Asante. An Adinkra symbol communicating popular wisdom, it directs Africans to the roots and strengths of their... read more$122.98CADArtist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Sankofa
Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Sankofa, Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The outlines of a cross and an arched bird holding an egg in its beak, represent Sankofa, and Adinkra symbol suggesting that the values of the past need to be revived in the present. Djembe drums... read more$436.94CADArtist: Ernestina Oppong Asante