NOVICA's Wood Sculpture Collection. The oldest known wood sculpture dates to about 12,000 years ago. Even before that time, humans carved wood to create utensils and objects of worship. Today, global artisans preserve ancient woodworking traditions and techniques as they create unique handcrafted traditional and contemporary wood sculptures.
I bought My Heart and Yours for my wife's birthday and she fell in love with it as soon as she seen it. Me I thought the carving was fantastic and will be buying more as time goes on. Thank you for a job well done.
I am in love with my Loyal Dog! He is so beautifully crafted with such realistic features. I consider this a great value for the quality and size. Many thanks to the artist.
This relaxing Buddha is beautifully crafted and is a perfect size. I hold it every day and feel it's calming presence. It has been much admired by family and friends. Thank you for creating this exquisite statuette.
"From an early age I loved natural things – plants, animals, birds or sea life… I particularly want to create wildlife and other animal themes in an exact, realistic and original way…."
Update (2008)"Working with you has created a much better life for me and my family. Before, I could hardly afford to live in a single-room home.... read more
Rare local woods have inspired this worldwide collection of wood sculptures by artisans from every corner of the globe. From the Andes to Indonesia and Ghana, NOVICA has assembled a vast collection of wood sculptures from artists like Ghana’s Nana Frimpong. A master artisan whose work has garnered worldwide acclaim, he works in a traditional Ashanti style unique to his native land.
After studying with his father he furthered his art under the guidance of Professor Ablade Glover. He has used his art to realize his dream of educating his children, and spread his message of peace through his intricate wood sculptures distributed around the world by NOVICA.
A truly worldwide collection of unique wood sculptures to enhance any home décor style.
The Summer Catalog
Discover our unique collection of beautiful, handmade objects from around the world, inspired by more than a century of exploration.