african figurines (48 items)
Thinking Lovers
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture of Couple from Ghana
Thinking Lovers, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture of Couple from Ghana
Raymond Yaw Afari
Ghana's Raymond Yaw Afari uses his work to help continue his education, hoping to become one of the greatest artists in Africa. He carves this sculpture by hand from local sese wood to depict a pair... read more$109.99Artist: Raymond Yaw Afari
African Bush Elephant
Elephant Sculpture Hand Carved from Ebony Wood
African Bush Elephant, Elephant Sculpture Hand Carved from Ebony Wood
Francis Agbete
Francis Agebete in Ghana carves a regal African elephant by hand from native ebony wood. The smoothly finished statuette features beautiful detailing of the trunk, including tusks crafted of recycled... read more$119.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Mighty African Elephant
Artisan Crafted Elephant Sculpture Aluminum on Teak Wood
Mighty African Elephant, Artisan Crafted Elephant Sculpture Aluminum on Teak Wood
Rita Addo Zakour
Proud, strong and noble, the African elephant is a creature to be saved from extinction, as well as admired. Designed by Rita Addo Zakour, this regal sculpture is carved of teak wood and covered... read more$164.99Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Dancers in Black
Romantic Wood Sculpture
Dancers in Black, Romantic Wood Sculpture
George Obeng
With arms lifted overhead, partners place a hand on each other's waist and perform a graceful dance. The lithe couple forms an abstract knot with their slender bodies. George Obeng carves the... read more$124.99Artist: George Obeng
Senufo Villagers
Hand Carved Pair of Senufo Tribe Figurines from Ghana
Senufo Villagers, Hand Carved Pair of Senufo Tribe Figurines from Ghana
Agnes Amponsah
From Ghanaian artisan Agnes Amponsah comes this distinctive pair of figurines. The sculptures depict two villagers--one male and one female--of the Senufo tribe from West Africa. Both figurines are... read more$154.99$123.99Artist: Agnes Amponsah
Butterfly Dancer
Bwa Tribe Wall Mask
Butterfly Dancer, Bwa Tribe Wall Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. The zigzag motif... read more$104.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Family of Hippos
Hand-Carved Teak Wood Hippo Figurines from Ghana (Set of 3)
Family of Hippos, Hand-Carved Teak Wood Hippo Figurines from Ghana (Set of 3)
Gelson Avorwlanu
Hand-carved from teak wood with a beautifully intricate natural grain, a hippo family goes for a walk. Ghanaian artisan Gelson Avorwlanu creates this set of three figurines, bringing the beauty of... read more$157.99Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Libation
Hand Carved Sese Wood Figure Sculpture
Libation, Hand Carved Sese Wood Figure Sculpture
Micheal Oppong
A devoted man pours an offering to a deity in this somber sculpture from West Africa's Micheal Oppong. The artisan hand carves the figure from local sese wood before painting the sculpture in polished... read more$129.99Artist: Micheal Oppong
African Musician
Hand Painted Sese Wood African Musician Sculpture
African Musician, Hand Painted Sese Wood African Musician Sculpture
Francis Agbete
A musician holds a horn to his mouth in this funky little sculpture from West Africa's Francis Agbete. The artisan hand carves the sculpture from local sese wood, then paints the abstracted figure in... read more$117.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Songye Man
Hand-Carved Songye Man African Sese Wood Wall Mask
Songye Man, Hand-Carved Songye Man African Sese Wood Wall Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim skillfully carves an exquisite African mask. The face is crafted from sese wood and depicts a male figure. The artist takes inspiration from the Songye people, who are... read more$159.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Olumeye
Handcarved Yoruba Olumeye Sese Wood Statuette from Ghana
Olumeye, Handcarved Yoruba Olumeye Sese Wood Statuette from Ghana
Henry Acquah
The Yoruba people of West Africa are well-known for their long history of beautiful art. This kind of statuette, called an olumeye, depicts a kneeling woman holding a small carved pot. The pot... read more$149.99Artist: Henry Acquah
Eagle Head
African Wood Mask with an Eagle on Top from Ghana
Eagle Head, African Wood Mask with an Eagle on Top from Ghana
Kwasi George
Decorating the top of this African mask, the figure of an eagle is hand-carved from sese wood. Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George creates this mask, which depicts a face with lidded eyes and an open mouth.... read more$139.99Artist: Kwasi George
Fulani Farmer
Hand-Carved Sese Wood Statuette of African Fulani Farmer
Fulani Farmer, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Statuette of African Fulani Farmer
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this striking figure from local sese wood. Depicting a farmer from the widespread West African Fulani tribe holding a traditional agricultural... read more$107.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
African Warrior
Beaded Wood Sculpture of African Warrior
African Warrior, Beaded Wood Sculpture of African Warrior
Theophilus Anum
Designed by Theophilus Anum, this hand carved wood sculpture depicts a fearsome African warrior. Posed as if ready for battle, the figure carries a spear and a shield that is covered with colorful... read more$109.99Artist: Theophilus Anum
Wise Man
African Sese Wood and Aluminum Plate Mask
Wise Man, African Sese Wood and Aluminum Plate Mask
Micheal Oppong
This stately and unique mask is the creation of West Africa's Micheal Oppong. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface with aluminum for an elegant textured look. A... read more$159.99Artist: Micheal Oppong
Aerial Glory
Artisan Crafted Ghanaian Wood Wall Mask with Bird Motif
Aerial Glory, Artisan Crafted Ghanaian Wood Wall Mask with Bird Motif
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Topped with a flying bird-like figure, this bold mask is presented by Emmanuel Opoku Asante of West Africa. The dark grain of sese wood complemented by the rich brown acrylic finish brings subtle... read more$149.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Ashanti Queen
Handmade Sese Wood Fertility Sculpture
Ashanti Queen, Handmade Sese Wood Fertility Sculpture
Micheal Oppong
West Africa's Micheal Oppong hand carves this sitting figure from local sese wood, then adds decorative rings of recycled glass beads in white and yellow. The figure serves as a fertility symbol to... read more$119.99Artist: Micheal Oppong
African Identity
Handmade Mother and Child Silk Wall Art from Ghana
African Identity, Handmade Mother and Child Silk Wall Art from Ghana
Randy Abeka Abbam
Exploring themes of identity, African artist Randy Abeka Abbam creates this intriguing piece of wall art from Ghana. A figure with two heads is depicted, carrying a bay on her back. For the artist... read more$134.99Artist: Randy Abeka Abbam
Queen Yaa Asantewaa
Multicolored Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana
Queen Yaa Asantewaa, Multicolored Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana
Ibrahim Seyeed
Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask wears a beautiful, ornate crown. Ghanaian artisan Ibrahim Seyeed draws inspiration from the historical figure Queen Yaa Asantewaa. Queen mother of the... read more$127.99Artist: Ibrahim Seyeed
My Heart
Artisan Crafted Heart-Themed Sese Wood Sculpture
My Heart, Artisan Crafted Heart-Themed Sese Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
A musician lovingly strums a guitar in this charming little sculpture from West Africa's Francis Agbete. Hand carved from local sese wood and painted black, the abstracted figure and guitar form the... read more$117.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Linguist
Signed Mahogany Wood Statuette of a Man from Ghana
Linguist, Signed Mahogany Wood Statuette of a Man from Ghana
George Obeng
Standing tall and proud, an African man is realized in rich mahogany wood in this statuette from Ghana. George Obeng creates the sculpture diligently carving it by hand. This statuette depicts a... read more$159.99$127.99Artist: George Obeng
Leading Mother
Ebony Wood Elephant Figurines from Ghana (Set of 3)
Leading Mother, Ebony Wood Elephant Figurines from Ghana (Set of 3)
Gelson Avorwlanu
A mother elephant leads her babies on a walk in this figurine trio from Ghana. BY Gelson Avorwlanu, they are diligently carved by hand from teak wood with a truly beautiful natural grain.$109.99Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Hand and Egg II
African Kente Cloth Wall Collage
Hand and Egg II, African Kente Cloth Wall Collage
Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Gently grasping a fragile egg, a large hand holds the oval figure aloft in a gesture of triumph. Bold silhouettes suggest strength and certainty, and this colorful work by Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah is... read more$119.99Artist: Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Wise Drummer
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Drummer from Ghana
Wise Drummer, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of a Drummer from Ghana
Raymond Yaw Afari
By Ghanaian artist Raymond Yaw Afari, this sculpture will make an elegant addition to your home decor. Hand-carved from sese wood, a wise man plays on a traditional African drum. This sculpture... read more$129.99Artist: Raymond Yaw Afari
Praying Shadow
Prayer-Themed Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Praying Shadow, Prayer-Themed Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Felix Senyor
Hands held together in prayer, a human figure is depicted in this sculpture from Ghana. Designed by Felix Senyor, the sculpture is carved by hand from sese wood, given a black finish. For an artistic... read more$119.99Artist: Felix Senyor
Dan King
Hand Carved Wood and Aluminum Sculpture from Ghana
Dan King, Hand Carved Wood and Aluminum Sculpture from Ghana
Henry Acquah
Featuring a mask-like head atop an upper torso, this sculpture from Ghana depicts a kingly figure, with multicolored motifs painted by hand on its surface. The sculpture is hand-carved from local sese... read more$119.99Artist: Henry Acquah
Detugbi
Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Detugbi, Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
"African women are beautiful," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of this sculpture, which she names "Detugbi," meaning "Lady"... read more$129.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Yaa Asantewaa
Batik on Cotton Portrait Wall Art from Ghana
Yaa Asantewaa, Batik on Cotton Portrait Wall Art from Ghana
Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Queen Yaa Asantewaa, born in 1840, was the queen mother of Ejisu of the Ashanti Empire in Ghana. In her lifetime, she was an inspirational figure, leading the charge against British colonialism in the... read more$139.99Artist: Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Rustic Mother Rhino
Recycled Auto Part Mother Rhino Sculpture from Mexico
Rustic Mother Rhino, Recycled Auto Part Mother Rhino Sculpture from Mexico
Armando Ramirez
This sci-fi take on one of Africa's most singular creatures will make for a very cool desk partner or an excellent conversation piece nestled amongst your shelves. Armando Ramirez handcrafts it from a... read more$189.99$151.99Artist: Armando Ramirez
African Family
Akan Wood Mask
African Family, Akan Wood Mask
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Ebusuah is the Akan-Asante word for "family," and in this spectacular mask one can see the head of the family serenely surveying his realm atop the mask. Other members of the family are... read more$107.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Problem of the Day
Unique Batik Cotton Wall Art
Problem of the Day, Unique Batik Cotton Wall Art
Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
"I created this piece to illustrate the problems women face day in and day out," says Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah. He portrays "an African woman who has to sell her wares or participate in... read more$117.99Artist: Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Man and Sax
Wood sculpture
Man and Sax, Wood sculpture
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
The graceful line of a saxophone melds with the body of a musician in this elegant sculpture. Designed By Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, it is carved by hand and polished to a sheen. West African motifs adorn... read more$139.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Farmer's Wife II
Upcycled Auto Parts Sculpture of Ghana Woman with Firewood
Farmer's Wife II, Upcycled Auto Parts Sculpture of Ghana Woman with Firewood
Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph
A visual ode to the strength and dignity of the African woman and, by extension, to all women who strive for their family's subsistence by the sweat of their brow. Here the figure balances on her... read more$154.99Artist: Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph
Wisdom of Two
Unique African Wood Mask
Wisdom of Two, Unique African Wood Mask
Eric Darko
Long and slender, the central figure of this extraordinary mask seems to speak, pronouncing words that are profound. His eyes exude wisdom. Flanked by four profiles, whose braided hair is clearly... read more$139.99Artist: Eric Darko
River Goddess
Handcrafted African Wood Mask
River Goddess, Handcrafted African Wood Mask
Wilson Aboagye
Long eyelashes and neatly plaited hair distinguish this gracious lady. Wilson Aboagye depicts a figure linked to the Osubo River in Ghana. During the annual festival, the priestess of the town will go... read more$104.99Artist: Wilson Aboagye
Bambara
Hand Carved African Mask from Mali
Bambara, Hand Carved African Mask from Mali
Samuel Okyere
A winged figure with horns sits atop this handsome Bambara mask. Her swollen abdomen alludes to pregnancy, and hence, to fertility. The Bambara live in the region around Bamako, the capital of Mali.... read more$139.99Artist: Samuel Okyere
King's Stride
Hand Carved African Wood Walking Stick
King's Stride, Hand Carved African Wood Walking Stick
Winfred Korley
Working with native sese wood, artisan Winfred Korley carves this handsome walking stick as a unique home accent or fashion accessory. The top of the stick is carved into the figure of a man with his... read more$119.99Artist: Winfred Korley
'Gong Player from East'
Recycled Metal Sculpture of African Drummer
'Gong Player from East', Recycled Metal Sculpture of African Drummer
Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph
Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph finds magical forms in discarded materials, arc-welding springs, bolts, and sheet metal together in a compositional triumph. Here the rhythmic figure of a gong player comes to... read more$164.99Artist: Kola Ogunsunlade Joseph
Thinking Man
Long African Wood Mask Hand-Carved by Ghanaian Artisan
Thinking Man, Long African Wood Mask Hand-Carved by Ghanaian Artisan
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
This original mask is the design of Ghana's Emmanuel Opoku Asante. The intriguing mask features a small figure of a man in a thinking posture, sitting on top of the mask's face. The artisan carves the... read more$109.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Bambara Ntomo
Tribal Handcrafted Wooden Wall Mask Made in Africa
Bambara Ntomo, Tribal Handcrafted Wooden Wall Mask Made in Africa
Sinclair Yao Daley
Sinclair Yao Daley of Ghana presents this ntomo mask, used for coming-of-age ceremonies in the Bambara tribe of Mali. Hand-carved from sese wood, the mask features antelope-like horns, a common... read more$139.99Artist: Sinclair Yao Daley
Baga Protective Serpent I
Hand Carved African Serpent Sculpture from Ghana
Baga Protective Serpent I, Hand Carved African Serpent Sculpture from Ghana
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim in Ghana carves an impressive replica of Bansonyi, the Baga serpent. The figure is generally worn as a headdress in a ritual dance that evokes the serpent's protective spirit over young... read more$189.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Thinking Mask
Hand Carved African Wood Thinking Mask from Ghana
Thinking Mask, Hand Carved African Wood Thinking Mask from Ghana
Frank Odei Amoani
A figure, hands to head, sits deep in contemplation on the forehead of this hand-carved mask. The mask's eyes rest narrowly open, calmly lost in thought, and the mouth also has a small open slit.... read more$119.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani
Welcome Jesus
African Themed Nativity Scene Crafted by Hand (Set of 10)
Welcome Jesus, African Themed Nativity Scene Crafted by Hand (Set of 10)
Francis Agbete
Flanked by a lamb and a sheep, Baby Jesus is most welcomed into the world in this Ghanaian nativity scene. Mary kneels next to him, with an angel and a Wise Man on either side. Joseph and a shepherd... read more$107.99Artist: Francis Agbete
African Heads
Wood wall adornments (Pair)
African Heads, Wood wall adornments (Pair)
Eric Danquah
Eric Danquah represents the traditional heads of the Ghanaian family. The main figure is the man, followed by the woman. Ghanaians give great respect to their elders, this reverence captured in... read more$174.99Artist: Eric Danquah
Fante Fertility Doll II
Rustic Handmade Wood Fertility Doll with Beaded Accents
Fante Fertility Doll II, Rustic Handmade Wood Fertility Doll with Beaded Accents
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a Fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. The Ghanaian... read more$109.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Baule Door
Hand Carved African Sese Wood Baule Door Wall Decor
Baule Door, Hand Carved African Sese Wood Baule Door Wall Decor
Salihu Ibrahim
From Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim, this hand carved door is a small scale depiction of a Baule door. Traditionally made by the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, the doors were intended as a display... read more$124.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Complete Trust
African Handcarved Wood Fertility Doll with Gye Nyame Symbol
Complete Trust, African Handcarved Wood Fertility Doll with Gye Nyame Symbol
Prince Amartey
In many Ghanaian traditions, a couple who had difficulty conceiving would visit a shaman, whose gift of a fertility doll would ensure a successful conception for the couple. Designed and hand-carved... read more$117.99Artist: Prince Amartey
Inspirational Message
Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture
Inspirational Message, Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Seated with folded hands, an abstract person folds hands in prayer. Ghana's Francis Agbete explores the concept of spirituality with this elegant sculpture. He works in finely polished in African sese... read more$109.99Artist: Francis Agbete