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Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum, "Detugbi"

Product ID: 239747

"African women are beautiful," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of this sculpture, which she... more

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"African women are beautiful," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of this sculpture, which she names "Detugbi," meaning "Lady" in the Ewe a dialect spoken by the Anlo tribe of Ghana in the Volta region. The sculpture is carved by hand featuring outspread hands, a small waist and large thighs. She wears glass bead earrings on red cotton threads. The sculpture is adorned with ornate aluminum plates

  • 1.07 kgs
  • 2.4 lbs
  • 54.5 cm H x 19.5 cm W x 10 cm D
  • 21.5" H x 7.75" W x 3.9" D

  • Sese wood, aluminum, glass beads and cotton
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 239747
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.

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Felicia

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Dec 21, 2018

Stunning Sculpture”

The Detugbi sculpture is more beautiful in person.

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susan

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Oct 21, 2019

Absolutely lovely!”

Ive added this sculpture to my collection of beautiful and strong woman sculptures. Thank you!

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IngebjĆørg

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Aug 27, 2024

Evocative artwork in beautiful colors”

This gorgeous hand-carved piece is a real showstopper in my guest room! The colors are so tastefully chosen and really bring to mind some amazing nature experiences.

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Microcredit Financing

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $900 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in a purchase of wood, metal plates and paints to increase production.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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