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African Hand Carved Wood Crocodile Sculpture, "Benin Crocodile III"

Anna Yawson designs a fierce-looking crocodile sculpture that is expertly carved... more

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Anna Yawson designs a fierce-looking crocodile sculpture that is expertly carved by hand and adorned with painted details to achieve an antiqued effect. According to Beninese culture, the crocodile represents the power that the Oba (king) has over life and death. The crocodile is the policeman of the waters, associated with Olokun, god of water and feared for its ferocity.

  • 0.55 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 57 cm H x 11 cm W x 4 cm D
  • 22.5" H x 4.3" W x 1.6" D

  • Sese wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Features an aged antique finish
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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27

Julie

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02/22/2024

"The happy hippo is adorable"

The carving and detail looks so professional beautiful work

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Angela

From UK

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12/10/2023

"We love this so much"

This wonderful little duckling takes pride of place on top of our piano in our dining room. Of all our ornaments, this is the one I look at and treasure the most. It has a warmth and happiness about it that touches the heart. Only something made with loving hands can create this feeling. Thank you so much Anna, we love it!

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Ghanaian Duckling, Hand Carved African Duck Theme Wood Jewelry Box

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elisabete

From Oporto/Portugal

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11/09/2023

"Wood Box,Very nice corcodile box"

Beautiful, original, unique. An example of African art at its best.,Very well done. A piece of singular art.

Best Uses

  • Original jewels box,Original jewels box

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Neice
  • Occasion: Christmas

Hikmet

From USA

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10/07/2023

"Great"

Beautifulk color, great artistry anc creativity. Thank you

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Marsha

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08/05/2023

"Dramatic & Whimsical!"

This carving reminds me of Comedia Del Arte. Entertaining and colorful. The size is just right.

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My Name is Odartey, Colorful Handcrafted African Mask from Ghana

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Marian

From NC

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03/25/2023

"Beautiful Lady!"

An elegant piece. Inspired to purchase another.

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Anna's husband suffered from a stroke five years ago. They currently live is different cities but she travels to see him every week while taking care of her two biological children and three adopted children. Her income from NOVICA helps her pay for his medical care and to support her children.

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Anna Yawson has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $100 and the most recent for $600. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, aluminum plate, and polish for production.

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