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Unique Santa Claus African Christmas Sculpture, "Father Christmas"

Product ID: 243804

Beloved around the world, Santa Claus is also present in West Africa, where some adults dress as Father Christmas, or "Papa Bronya." This is... more

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Beloved around the world, Santa Claus is also present in West Africa, where some adults dress as Father Christmas, or "Papa Bronya." This is especially popular at events and parties, as Santa is the one who hands out gifts. Ali Mohammed depicts the benevolent character as a sculpture, carved by hand of sese wood with applications of clay to give it an aged look.

  • 0.79 kgs
  • 1.7 lbs
  • 52 cm H x 10 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 20.5" H x 3.9" W x 3.1" D

  • Sese wood
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 243804
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Ali Mohammed
Ali Mohammed

West Africa

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Michele

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Sep 28, 2017

“Santa”

My Children are of mixed race and its nice to see a Christmas decoration depicting Santa as a person of color

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Jan 18, 2023

“Unique Santa”

This Santa is very unique. The detail is great and it is well made. I had been eyeing this for some time. I am glad I finally made the purchase. Looking forward to displaying it.

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Teree

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Apr 10, 2022

“One of the favorites in my Santa collection.”

Beautifully hand crafted. Unique and such a find.

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Amy

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Sep 17, 2024

“Just beautiful”

Anybody will love this sweet necklace. Highly attractive.

Purchased Item Village Hut, Sese Wood Adjustable Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Florence

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Mar 11, 2024

“Beautiful and well packaged”

I was a bit sceptical about buying from an unknow company, but this arrived in excellent condition. Its true to the photo. I would purchase from the platform and the artist again

Purchased Item Adinkra, Brown and Cream Wood Folding Table with Adinkra Symbols

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Alejandro

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May 19, 2023

“Necklace full of culture”

The details of the mask are spectacular, very well done, the beads are cute. I loved the size, I arrive just in time. Hugs from Mexico

Purchased Item Baule Mask, Handmade Sese Wood Baule Mask Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Ali financially supports the education of two of his own children and two others in primary school.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Ali Mohammed has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $2000.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Starting off with very humble earnings, Ali has worked hard to grow his workshop and better his livelihood and that of his family.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Ali currently supports four children who are all under the age of ten.

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"I was good at learning through watching my brother when he was carving, and then I would try my hand and I would ask for assistance when needed."

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