wood carving (4,474 items)
Akan Farm Man
Wood sculpture
Akan Farm Man, Wood sculpture
Rita Addo Zakour
Hand-carved from native sese wood, this contemporary sculpture boasts extraordinary visual textures. Rita Addo Zakour depicts a hardworking man wearing only jeans as he toils in the coastal heat. She... read more£221.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Akan Farmer
Wood sculpture
Akan Farmer, Wood sculpture
Rita Addo Zakour
Hand carved from native sese wood, this contemporary sculpture boasts extraordinary visual textures. Rita Addo Zakour depicts a hardworking man toiling in the coastal heat. She names the piece Okwuani... read more£187.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Senufu Geometry
Wood sculpture
Senufu Geometry, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Geometric motifs surround this intriguing sculpture, their color achieved by applications of white clay. "Such diminutive ottoman thrones are used as stools by the Senufu tribe of Northern Cote... read more£103.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Senufu Goodnight Dreams
Wood sculpture
Senufu Goodnight Dreams, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Concentric diamonds center this intriguing sculpture, their color enhanced by applications of white clay. "Such diminutive ottoman thrones are used as pillows by the Senufu tribe of Northern Cote... read more£96.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
African Woman Loves Life
Wood sculpture
African Woman Loves Life, Wood sculpture
Anna Yawson
With arms upraised, she puts her hands together as though in prayer or celebration in a sculpture by Anna Yawson. She works in African sese wood to carve the stylized portrait, and adds the rich... read more£91.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Lady of Ghana
Wood sculpture
Lady of Ghana, Wood sculpture
Wilson Aboagye
By Wilson Aboagye, this sculpture is designed in the form of a mask. It depicts a lady from Ghana who wears her hair in tiny braids while a tall, slender bird poses atop her head. "I carved this... read more£48.99Artist: Wilson Aboagye
Male Dan Harvest Spoon
Wood sculpture
Male Dan Harvest Spoon, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
"This type of spoon is used by the head of the family from the Dan tribe during their first harvest season," says Salihu Ibrahim as he explains the traditions of this Ivoirian tribe.... read more£115.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Dogon Man on Horseback
Wood figurine
Dogon Man on Horseback, Wood figurine
Salihu Ibrahim
"In West Africa, it is thought that the horse was the first creature to inhabit the earth," says Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim. Working in native sese wood, he carves a bearded man from... read more£230.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Ghana Queen Mother
Wood sculpture
Ghana Queen Mother, Wood sculpture
Winfred Korley
Beautifully coiffed, a young woman is regally dressed. She is draped in Africa's legendary handwoven kente cloth and wears beaded necklaces and earrings. Carved by hand from sese wood, this sculpture... read more£144.99Artist: Winfred Korley
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£153.99Artist: 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£124.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Great Ewe King
Wood sculpture
Great Ewe King, Wood sculpture
Sinclair Yao Daley
Dressed in traditional attire, a man speaks to his people. His erect posture and assured gestures reveal his royal lineage, for he is a ruler of the kingdom of the Akpini Anyi-Gbe. Sinclair Yao Daley... read more£96.99Artist: Sinclair Yao Daley
Convertible Car
Wood sculpture
Convertible Car, Wood sculpture
Francis Agbete
"I admire foreign cars. That's why I create similar ones with wood," says Ghanaian artisan Francis Agbete. Carving African ceiba, or kapok wood, he depicts a classic convertible taking a... read more£72.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Dogon Man and Wife
Wood sculpture
Dogon Man and Wife, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Standing back to back, a man and woman seem to become one body. The woman wears red cotton earrings, and both wear bracelets and braids. Superbly carved by Salihu Ibrahim, this sculpture is... read more£230.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Man and Sax
Wood sculpture
Man and Sax, Wood sculpture
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
The graceful line of a saxophone melds with the body of a musician in this elegant sculpture. Designed By Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, it is carved by hand and polished to a sheen. West African motifs adorn... read more£134.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
African Horse
Wood sculpture
African Horse, Wood sculpture
Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Masterfully carving sese wood, Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng depicts an oponko, Akan for "horse." The handsome animal grazes calmly, each sleek contour polished to perfection. The Akan people... read more£96.99Artist: Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Gushie Guardian
Wood sculpture
Gushie Guardian, Wood sculpture
Wilson Aboagye
This imposing statuette comes from the Gushie people of northern Ghana. Mask-like, the central visage stares fixedly with watchful eyes. On either side, other faces stand guard. By Wilson Aboagye... read more£94.99Artist: Wilson Aboagye
Daddy's Here
Wood sculpture
Daddy's Here, Wood sculpture
Eric Danquah
Father bends toward his child with a word of reassurance. Clasping hands, the figures become one. Eric Danquah explores the protective love and care parents have for their little ones, carving the... read more£86.99Artist: Eric Danquah
Deep in Thought
Wood sculpture
Deep in Thought, Wood sculpture
Eric Darko
Sleek and contemporary, this figure is carved in a minimalist style. Eric Darko depicts a person who is deep in thought. Working in burnished sese wood, he carves a slim, lithe figure resting his chin... read more£57.99Artist: Eric Darko
African Woman
Wood sculpture
African Woman, Wood sculpture
Joseph Boateng
Working diligently to care and provide for her family, this woman walks from the market with a basket on her head and her baby strapped to her back. Joseph Boateng admires her strength and dedication... read more£67.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
Monkey Mischief
Wood sculpture
Monkey Mischief, Wood sculpture
Jaifah Aksornsri
Getting up to its usual playful antics, a monkey carries a tray on its back as it stands on all four. Jaifah Aksornsri carves the rain tree wood sculpture by hand in such a way that it can double as a... read more£211.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Floral Flame
Wood sculpture
Floral Flame, Wood sculpture
Jaifah Aksornsri
Sculpted from noble rain tree wood, a mythical flower blossoms at the center of a burning flame. Jaifah Aksornsri carves the sculpture by hand in low relief, patiently detailing it with the uniqueness... read more£201.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Thai Elephant Pride
Wood sculpture
Thai Elephant Pride, Wood sculpture
Jaifah Aksornsri
Stars shine over blossoming flowers on a hand-carved rain tree wood sculpture by Jaifah Aksornsri. Elephants are a proud symbol of Thailand's cultural legacy. Detailed with sublime artistry, the... read more£105.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Blossoming Elephant
Wood sculpture
Blossoming Elephant, Wood sculpture
Jaifah Aksornsri
Wearing a cloak of pretty flowers, this elephant stands as a proud symbol of Thailand's cultural legacy. Jaifah Aksornsri carves the sculpture by hand from rain tree wood with sublime detail. The... read more£206.99Artist: Jaifah Aksornsri
Siamese Cat
Wood sculpture
Siamese Cat, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Slender and regal, a Siamese cat surveys her domain with sky blue eyes. Nengah Sudarsana carves the beautiful kitty from Balinese albesia wood and realistically adds color by hand. The lifelike... read more£115.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
A Heron's Grace
Wood sculpture
A Heron's Grace, Wood sculpture
Pande Made Anom
A familiar sight in Bali, the heron wades in shallow pools as he fishes for his dinner. Long slender legs keep the bird dry above the water's surface. Pande Made Anom captures the regal creature's... read more£163.99Artist: Pande Made Anom
Equine Twins
Wood sculpture
Equine Twins, Wood sculpture
Wayan Rendah
From the skilled hands of Wayan Rendah comes this handsome carving depicting two horses. Displaying contrasting emotions, one majestically bucks his head while the other is caught in a pensive pose... read more£144.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Lithe Gymnast
Wood sculpture
Lithe Gymnast, Wood sculpture
Made Wirata
Arching her body, a lithe gymnast achieves postures of astonishing grace and skill. She places her palms against the soles of her feet in a yoga position. Made Wirata presents a suar wood sculpture... read more£52.99Artist: Made Wirata
Indonesian Inspector
Wood sculpture
Indonesian Inspector, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
Puffing on a cigar under a wide brimmed hat, this Indonesian inspector stands with proud elegance. Made Pastika hand-carves the sculpture from albesia wood, and after painting it he gives it an aged... read more£132.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Undercover Officer
Wood sculpture
Undercover Officer, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
Puffing on a cigar under a wide brimmed hat, this Indonesian officer is working undercover. Made Pastika hand-carves the sculpture from albesia wood, and after painting it he gives it an aged finish... read more£120.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Fetching Water III
Wood sculpture
Fetching Water III, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
Dressed in emerald and gold, a woman approaches a well carrying a long jar on her shoulder. She gracefully walks with a hand on her hip inspiring this sculpture. Made Pastika hand-carves the albesia... read more£62.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Woman from Banjarjuga
Wood sculpture
Woman from Banjarjuga, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
A woman from Banjarjuga approaches a water well carrying a pot in her hands, her beauty inspiring Made Pastika for this sculpture. Working with albesia wood, he carves the sculpture with masterful... read more£48.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Offering
Wood sculpture
Offering, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
Dressed in green and white, a woman carries a bowl on her head. Balinese women often carry food or temple offerings in similar bowls. Honored by ancient customs preserved through time, Made Pastika... read more£46.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Waiting
Wood sculpture
Waiting, Wood sculpture
Made Resi Pastika
Faceless, this sculpture of a Balinese woman is highly expressive. Made Pastika carves the albesia sculpture by hand, portraying the woman with her hands behind her back, curious and serenely facing... read more£48.99Artist: Made Resi Pastika
Bold Eagle
Wood sculpture
Bold Eagle, Wood sculpture
Pande Made Anom
Alert, vigilant, confident, an eagle's eyes burn with fierce intensity. Pande Made Anom depicts the mighty bird in an empowered wood carving. With its intense gaze and stern stance, the bird is... read more£247.99Artist: Pande Made Anom
Mom Cat
Wood sculpture
Mom Cat, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Seeming to smile, a mom cat closes her eyes and purrs contentedly. Her beautiful little kitten sits beside her, leaning against mother's warm body. Nengah Sudarsana carves the felines from Balinese... read more£57.99£51.88Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Whirlwind of Love
Wood sculpture
Whirlwind of Love, Wood sculpture
Nyoman Sudiana
Lovers caught in a whirlwind of love hold onto each other with passionate force. The power of their sentiments inspires the work of Nyoman Sudiana, who carves the sculpture from a single piece of... read more£216.99Artist: Nyoman Sudiana
Woman in Prayer
Wood sculpture
Woman in Prayer, Wood sculpture
Nyoman Sedayatana
A woman clasps her hands to her forehead as she kneels in prayer. Closing her eyes, her face expresses her devotion to her faith. Nyoman Sedayatana's design is executed as an elegant and graceful... read more£105.99Artist: Nyoman Sedayatana
Gymnastic Arch
Wood sculpture
Gymnastic Arch, Wood sculpture
Made Wirata
Made Wirata presents the image of a gymnast arching her body while resting on her torso. Placing her hands on her forehead, the lithe gymnast achieves postures of astonishing grace and skill. Sculpted... read more£48.99Artist: Made Wirata
Spirit Dancer
Wood sculpture
Spirit Dancer, Wood sculpture
Made Wirata
Dancing, a woman arches sideways to hold her foot with graceful ease. Made Wirata masterfully captures the aesthetic essence of her melodious movement. He sculpts the piece from suar, letting the... read more£57.99Artist: Made Wirata
Toward the Sky Yoga Frog
Wood sculpture
Toward the Sky Yoga Frog, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Holding its forefeet above its head, a frog reaches toward the sky while sitting in the asana or lotus position. Inhaling and exhaling deeply, the charming amphibian practices Hindu yoga in a... read more£57.99£51.88Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Tree Frog Meditates
Wood sculpture
Tree Frog Meditates, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Assuming a human position, a tree frog meditates. Nengah Sudarsana shares his deep love of animals through his sculptures. With this carving, he communicates the creature's peacefulness and serenity.£67.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Toward the Sky Yoga Tuxedo Cat
Wood sculpture
Toward the Sky Yoga Tuxedo Cat, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Holding its front paws above its head, a black and white tuxedo cat reaches toward the sky while sitting in the asana, or lotus position. Inhaling and exhaling deeply, the cat practices Hindu yoga in... read more£67.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Siamese Cat Wish
Wood sculpture
Siamese Cat Wish, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
With paws clasped in a fervent wish, a charming cat gazes skyward with big blue eyes. Nengah Sudarsana expresses his love for animals through his wood sculptures, carved and painted by hand. This seal... read more£57.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Ginger Tabby Cat Wish
Wood sculpture
Ginger Tabby Cat Wish, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
With paws clasped in a fervent wish, a charming cat gazes skyward with big green eyes. Nengah Sudarsana expresses his love for animals through his wood sculptures, carved and painted by hand. This... read more£67.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Samurai Strategy
Wood sculpture
Samurai Strategy, Wood sculpture
Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari
Holding his katana sword forward, a samurai neutralizes an attack before striking back. Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari's design captures the graceful elegance and powerful energy of the samurai. The katana... read more£43.99Artist: Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari
Family Intimacy
Wood sculpture
Family Intimacy, Wood sculpture
Wayan Rendah
Wayan Rendah conveys the deep love and happiness shared by three people. Depicted as faceless, abstract forms, they nonetheless express their affection through their posture. The small family is... read more£55.99Artist: Wayan Rendah
Breathing Yoga Cat
Wood sculpture
Breathing Yoga Cat, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Sitting in the asana position, a Siamese cat practices yoga holding its front paws to its middle chakra. It closes its eyes as it inhales and exhales, in a vivid albesia wood statuette carved and... read more£67.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Vrkasana Yoga Cat
Wood sculpture
Vrkasana Yoga Cat, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Standing on top of a hill, this Siamese cat closes its eyes while expertly balanced in vrkasana or tree posture in Hindu yoga. Nengah Sudarsana masterfully carves this albesia wood sculpture by hand... read more£86.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Black Cat Stretch
Wood sculpture
Black Cat Stretch, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
Nengah Sudarsana loves animals of all kinds, but cats hold a special place in his heart. Carved by hand with lifelike detail, a cat performs lithe yoga stretches. The sculpture bears Sudarsana's... read more£57.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Golden Gaze
Wood sculpture
Golden Gaze, Wood sculpture
Nengah Sudarsana
With markings like a tuxedo, a black and white cat with golden eyes has a loving gaze. Nengah Sudarsana expresses human feelings through his animal sculptures. Carved and painted by hand, the lifelike... read more£67.99Artist: Nengah Sudarsana
Serene Buddha II
Wood sculpture
Serene Buddha II, Wood sculpture
Chander Kant
Chander Kant reveals the image of Buddha from a single piece of seasoned kadam wood. Kant carves the sculpture by hand with admirable detail all around. Buddha's serene head is set upon a lotus... read more£67.99Artist: Chander Kant
Hindu Romance
Wood sculpture
Hindu Romance, Wood sculpture
Chander Kant
Chander Kant celebrates the great love between Lord Krishna and Radha with this admirable kadam wood sculpture. Carved by hand, the column-like sculpture portrays the beautiful Radha on one side, and... read more£192.99Artist: Chander Kant
Horn Blower in Shadow
Wood sculpture
Horn Blower in Shadow, Wood sculpture
Eric Danquah
Dancing to his own joyous music, a musician arches his back and blows with all his might. This superlative sculpture by Eric Danquah is airy and graceful. Using naturally dried sese wood, the artisan... read more£158.99Artist: Eric Danquah
Woman with the Red Pot
Wood sculpture
Woman with the Red Pot, Wood sculpture
George Asante
Scantily-dressed against the heat, a woman strains with her heavy burden ā her beloved child and a jar of precious water that spills from her tremendous efforts. George Asante pays tribute to the... read more£230.99Artist: George Asante
Green and Yellow Brazilian Mac
Wood sculpture
Green and Yellow Brazilian Mac, Wood sculpture
Raul Vinelli
With a long, green tail ā longer than the bird itself ā this creation by Raul Vinelli depicts a colorful resident of Brazil's fertile rainforest. There the macaw is known as the arara, and takes its... read more£64.99Artist: Raul Vinelli
Kali Goddess of Destruction
Wood sculpture
Kali Goddess of Destruction, Wood sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
Wearing a fearsome garland of demon's heads, Kali walks on the corpse of a demon. Another form of the goddess Durga and Parvati, she is one of the most powerful deities in the Hindu pantheon, known... read more£124.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
Elephant Goes Hunting
Wood sculpture
Elephant Goes Hunting, Wood sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
A mighty elephant carved by hand of kadam wood is a beautiful symbol of India. But Suresh and Devender Garg covers the powerful contours with a myriad of jungle wildlife ā lions, tigers and deer.... read more£153.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
Peaceful Ganesha
Wood sculpture
Peaceful Ganesha, Wood sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
Ganesha, the beloved Hindu deity, blesses the faithful as he sits on a paki stool. This inspired kadam wood sculpture from Suresh and Devender Garg depicts Ganesha holding a spade and a conch, his... read more£219.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
Fiery Ganesha
Wood sculpture
Fiery Ganesha, Wood sculpture
Suresh and Devender Garg
Sitting on a splendid throne, Lord Ganesha blesses those who are faithful. He is also known as Vinayak ("Knowledgeable") or Vighneshwer ("God to Remove Obstacles"). Regarded as a... read more£238.99Artist: Suresh and Devender Garg
African Pillow Throne
African Wood Sculpture
African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Shaped like a diminutive African throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned sese wood, adding white colorations with... read more£67.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Lobi Pillow
Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Lobi Pillow, Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Shaped like a diminutive throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned African sese wood, adding white colorations with... read more£76.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Lobi Throne
Unique Wood Sculpture
Lobi Throne, Unique Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
This handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned African sese wood, adding white colorations with the application of clay. "Such... read more£91.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Black Rhino
Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Black Rhino, Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
George Obeng
"When I see the size and shape of the rhino it makes me think of the Creator's infinite creativity," confides George Obeng. He carves the sese wood sculpture by hand, expertly detailing the... read more£129.99Artist: George Obeng
Thinking Shadow
Sese Wood Sculpture
Thinking Shadow, Sese Wood Sculpture
Rita Addo Zakour
Hand-carved from native sese wood, this contemporary sculpture boasts extraordinary visual textures. Rita Addo Zakour etches a cross into the middle section and names the piece Dwenewoho. The word... read more£74.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
The Nature of Antelope
Teak Wood sculpture
The Nature of Antelope, Teak Wood sculpture
Bright Kofi Agbetey
"Antelopes are such adorable animals, and I like their calm nature," confides Bright Kofi Agbetey. He captures the natural beauty of the antelope while feeding as he carves the sculpture... read more£65.99Artist: Bright Kofi Agbetey
Boat of Eight
African Wood Sculpture
Boat of Eight, African Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Francis Agbete carves this sculpture with admirable artistry, each figurine vividly depicted. "This is a unique boat and it really describes to the world the lifestyle of our men along water... read more£151.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Fante Fertility Twins
Wood sculptures (Pair)
Fante Fertility Twins, Wood sculptures (Pair)
Winfred Korley
"In the Fante culture, the fetish priest gives these fertility dolls (male and female) to married couples who desire twins," explains Winfred Korley. "The tribal mark on both cheeks is... read more£65.99Artist: Winfred Korley