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Ebony Wood Elephant Figurines from Ghana (Set of 3), "Leading Mother"

A mother elephant leads her babies on a walk in this figurine trio from Ghana. BY Gelson Avorwlanu, they are diligently carved by hand from teak wood... more

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A mother elephant leads her babies on a walk in this figurine trio from Ghana. BY Gelson Avorwlanu, they are diligently carved by hand from teak wood with a truly beautiful natural grain.

  • 0.43 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • Largest Piece: 9.5 cm H x 12 cm W x 6.5 cm D
  • Largest Piece: 3.7" H x 4.7" W x 2.6" D
  • Smallest Piece: 5 cm H x 5 cm W x 2 cm D
  • Smallest Piece: 2" H x 2" W x 0.8" D

  • Teak wood
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 348361
Gelson Avorwlanu
Gelson Avorwlanu

West Africa

Hand-carved wood sculptures

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Jessica

From Houston/Tx/USA

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Oct 15, 2021

“A new family friend”

This is delightful and so well done.

Best Uses
  • Lives on the mantle
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Soulful Hippo, Mahogany Wood Hippo Sculpture from Ghana

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

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Liwei

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Jul 17, 2020

“Ebony sculpture wild pig”

beautiful work. well made.

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Wild Pig, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Pig Sculpture from Ghana

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Marty

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May 01, 2018

“Excellent quality and finish. Beautiful!”

This was a surprise for my wife who loves hippos. I waited a number of weeks for it to make it to the US. The quality of the sculpture is outstanding, with great shape, color and finish. It looks just like the picture shown on the Novica website.

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Wechiau Hippo, Hand Carved Mahogany Hippo Statuette from Ghana

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Marcelo

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Nov 09, 2017

“Its not Ebony but dyed wood”

Ebony is a very costly wood. When I received the sculpture, I was surprised with the weight. Ebony is heavy because dense. This peace is not heavy. Its not ebony I think to myself. But I could be wrong. So I decided to sand the sculpture: unfortunately it was a dyed wood, colorized with black painted. I paid very much and the wood is not Ebony.

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Hardy Rhinoceros, Handcrafted Mahogany Wood Rhinoceros Sculpture from Ghana

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Marcis

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Aug 11, 2017

“Love This Carving”

This ebony rhinoceros is wonderful. I have another carving by Mr. Avorwlanu, a rosewood hippopotamus. Love it also.

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Hardy Rhinoceros, Handcrafted Mahogany Wood Rhinoceros Sculpture from Ghana

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Mark

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Aug 08, 2017

“Beautiful Carving”

I am very happy with this piece. I love the size and you captured this magnificant animals gentle grazing stance perfectly. Love it.

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Hardy Rhinoceros, Handcrafted Mahogany Wood Rhinoceros Sculpture from Ghana

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

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

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gelson Avorwlanu has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $200.

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Gelson Avorwlanu Hand-carved wood sculptures

"I am a quiet, jovial person and I was raised in a family of carvers. I learned my skills from my father and grandfather who were both master woodcarvers."

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