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Gelson Avorwlanu is an artisan from Ghana who comes from multiple generations of skilled carvers. Working with teak wood, he creates a sculpture, which is hand-carved in the shape of a portly hippopotamus.
You can find our wood sculpture 'Majestic Hippo' by Gelson Avorwlanu in categories such as Animal Themed Sculpture and Wood Sculpture. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
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
Gelson Avorwlanu has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $200.
Job Creator
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
"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."
Update (November, 2019)āI have been part of this success story now for 6 years. NOVICA has improved my creative skills. The way I design has to a... read more