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Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana, "Old Couple"

Name: Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana, 'Old Couple'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 345869
Price: 93.49 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.87 (30 reviews)

Product ID: 345869

by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo (30)

Hand-carved from sese wood, an elderly couple shares a loving moment together on a bench. The man rests his arm around his wife's shoulder while she... more

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Hand-carved from sese wood, an elderly couple shares a loving moment together on a bench. The man rests his arm around his wife's shoulder while she places her hand on his waist. Remarks the designer, "It was their love that brought them this far."

0.86 kgs
1.9 lbs

47 cm H x 15 cm W x 7.5 cm D
18.5" H x 6" W x 3" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Features a distressed finish
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 345869

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Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo

West Africa

African masks

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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Feb 05, 2023

“Nice statue”

Very well executed statue.

Purchased Item Old Couple, Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana

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Ingebjørg

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Aug 27, 2024

“Evocative artwork in beautiful colors”

This gorgeous hand-carved piece is a real showstopper in my guest room! The colors are so tastefully chosen and really bring to mind some amazing nature experiences.

Purchased Item Natural Unity, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Art Featuring Wildlife from Ghana

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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Jan 21, 2023

“Quality statue”

Very nice quality craftsmanship

Purchased Item Wonderful Lovers, Hand Carved Romantic Wood Sculpture

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Microcredit Financing

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $900 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in a purchase of wood, metal plates and paints to increase production.

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

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Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo African masks

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"My masks are unique because I use my knowledge in design with each one."

"My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. "I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo... read more