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Hand Carved Wood Bookends, "African Elephants"
Striding purposefully across the savannah, proud elephants find a noble calling in the library. The hand-carved figures grace a beautiful pair of sese wood bookends by Francis Agbete.
- 1.73 kgs
- 3.8 lbs
- Each: 20.5 cm H x 16.5 cm W x 15.5 cm D
- Each: 8" H x 6.5" W x 6" D
- Sese wood
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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Debbie Day
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03/17/2018
"Perfect"
These Elephant bookends surpassed my expectations. I love, love, love them. What a wonderful talented artist Francis Agbete is. Will definitely buy from him again.
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Suzann
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04/18/2022
"Nativity"
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SANDRA
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01/24/2022
"Problem with Standing"
Because several figures in the set are not level on the bottom, they either fall often or have to lean against something to stand.
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Mark
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12/30/2021
"Very Basic but Charming Nativity"
Figures within the Palm House are roughly carved and lack detail on the faces, clothing. Artist needs to take a bit more time and do a bit more finishing effort.
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- This was a gift for: Wife
- Occasion: Christmas
Denise
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11/23/2021
"Lucky charm"
Though not the best quality, is appealing to look at.
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Robin
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09/23/2021
"Absolutely LOVE this sculpture."
Such beautiful workmanship and heart has gone into making this beautiful sculpture. I started a new job that I new would be a bit of a challenge at first due to my lack of management experience in the past. This beautiful sculpture sits on my desk and I receive a calming sensation every time I look at it. Also, it is more beautiful in person. RW
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Francis Agbete has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1050. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of ebony wood, leather, brass, polish and sandpaper to increase production.
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