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Handcrafted Wood Sculpture, "Black Rhino"

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"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 rhino's unique body.

  • 0.51 kgs
  • 1.1 lbs
  • 14 cm H x 26 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 5.5" H x 10.25" W x 2.4" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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James

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07/03/2023

"Wood Carving of A Girl"

Wonderful wood carving with stronge details and realistic outcomes.

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Head of a Girl, Signed Ebony Wood Sculpture of a Girl from Ghana

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Cynthia

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06/15/2023

"This is an item the brings joy to heart."

I was so excited when I seen the bookends and learned what the meaning was. It gives me great joy to have them in my home.

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12/23/2022

"This was a gift to my son who lives a spiritual life"

My don displays the bookends in his bookcase.

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  • This was a gift for: Son
  • Occasion: birthday

Delta

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11/30/2022

"Love it!"

The statuette looks lovely on my hall table with other collectibles. Thanks so much to the artist and Novica.

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Working Woman, Ebony statuette

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Anda

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05/10/2022

"Stunning"

Absolutely amazing

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Plaited Hair, Mahogany Wood Bust Sculpture of a Woman with Braided Hair

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James

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05/06/2022

"What a Woman"

Good carving, good presentation and good experience.

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Plaited Hair, Mahogany Wood Bust Sculpture of a Woman with Braided Hair

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Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Through NOVICA sales, George has been able to pay for his children's education and watch them grow up to become successful in their careers. Although he no longer needs to support his children, he still provides for his granddaughter and his wife. Every order makes an impact on Georges' life because it helps him care for his sweetheart as she recovers from her stroke.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

George creates all of his works with the mission to preserve, promote, and develop. His desire to preserve can be seen through the locally sourced wood he uses and his apprenticeships where he teaches traditional techniques and assist carvers in learning new skills. He promotes and develops his designs through his incorporation of ancient symbols and storytelling into more modern carvings. He hopes his success and designs encourage future generations to practice carving and learn about their ancestors.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

George was one of NOVICA's first artists in West Africa. Although a sustainable income is important to George, his main goal is to share his gift with the world. He sees the sales as a form of appreciation to this gift. In George's view, the appreciation from his art has been growing every year as he sells more and more of his African wood carvings.

Confronting Adversity

Confronting Adversity

In 1981, George's wife had two ectopic pregnancies. They survived financially with the help of George's income from NOVICA and were able to recover as a couple and a family. In 2018, George's wife suffered from a stroke and now the couple is using his NOVICA income to cover her medical bills as she recovers.

Job Creator

Job Creator

George has trained several people who are now able to support themselves and their families. George also hired two of his former apprentices to be his associates to enable him keep up with the volume of his orders.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

George Obeng has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to purchase new tools and equipment for his workshop.

Elder Master

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Media Featured

Media Featured

George's work was featured in the newspaper Spectator on April 12, 1986.

 
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