animal wood carving (51 items)
Poised Giraffe
Artisan Crafted Wood and Brass Animal Theme Sculpture
Poised Giraffe, Artisan Crafted Wood and Brass Animal Theme Sculpture
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Attentive to its surroundings, a giraffe exhibits the beautiful artwork that adorns its sese wood body. Its long neck and back are decorated with delicately embossed brass, and one of the giraffe's... read more$159.99$135.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Antelope and Child
Hand Carved Ebony Wood Antelope Sculpture
Antelope and Child, Hand Carved Ebony Wood Antelope Sculpture
Sylvanus A. Agbolo
A baby antelope cuddles close to its protective mother in this heartwarming sculpture from West Africa's Sylvanus A. Agbolo. The artisan hand carves the sculpture from rich ebony wood, adding fine... read more$229.99$195.49Artist: Sylvanus A. Agbolo
Sacred Hippo
Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Sacred Hippo, Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Francis Agbete transforms ebony into the vivid image of a hippopotamus. Sacred to different Egyptian and African traditions, the hippo is believed to ground and dissolve emotional issues. Agbete... read more$154.99$131.74Artist: Francis Agbete
Kneeling Giraffe
African Hand Carved Wood Kneeling Giraffe Sculpture
Kneeling Giraffe, African Hand Carved Wood Kneeling Giraffe Sculpture
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Artist Abdul Aziz Mohamadu carves this elegant giraffe statuette by hand from sese wood. Trained as a painter, Abdul now also runs his own carving studio and plans to one day open an art academy. The... read more$117.99$112.09Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Chiwara Ritual
Hand Made Wood Sculpture of an Animal Man from West Africa
Chiwara Ritual, Hand Made Wood Sculpture of an Animal Man from West Africa
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Mali is host to a variety of distinguished and characteristic cultures. This sculpture is hand-carved from wood in the shape of a chiwara, used as a ritual object by the Bamana people. This particular... read more$209.99$188.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Curious Deer
West African Ebony Polished Carved Brown Deer Sculpture
Curious Deer, West African Ebony Polished Carved Brown Deer Sculpture
Theophilus Anum
Hand-carved from ebony wood and polished to a high shine, this sculpture of a curious deer features intricate detailing. The exquisite sculpture is designed by Ghanaian artisan Theophilus Anum.... read more$169.99$144.49Artist: Theophilus Anum
Bushpig
Hand-Carved Mahogany Wood Bushpig Sculpture from Ghana
Bushpig, Hand-Carved Mahogany Wood Bushpig Sculpture from Ghana
Gelson Avorwlanu
Known as a bushpig, a wild hog is the subject of this nature-inspired sculpture from Ghana. Gelson Avorwlanu selects a piece of mahogany wood to begin his work, then diligently hand-carves the animal... read more$209.99$188.99Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Black Rhino
Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
Black Rhino, Handcrafted Wood Sculpture
George Obeng
"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... read more$134.99$114.74Artist: George Obeng
Black Sankofa
Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana
Black Sankofa, Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back.... read more$147.99$125.79Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Twin Elephant II
Hand Crafted Ebony Wood Elephant Sculpture
Twin Elephant II, Hand Crafted Ebony Wood Elephant Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Twin elephant heads with curving trunks sit back to back in this captivating sculpture from West Africa's Francis Agbete. The sculpture is carved from rich black ebony wood and sits upon a small but... read more$139.99$118.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Proud African Elephant
Realistic Hand Carved Ebony Elephant Sculpture from Africa
Proud African Elephant, Realistic Hand Carved Ebony Elephant Sculpture from Africa
George Obeng
Lifting its trunk to trumpet, a proud elephant roams the African rain forest. George Obeng realistically depicts the splendid creature in an ebony wood sculpture. "The shape and size of the... read more$117.99$100.29Artist: George Obeng
Bush Pig
Ebony Wood Pig Sculpture from Ghana
Bush Pig, Ebony Wood Pig Sculpture from Ghana
Theophilus Anum
Hand-carved from a single piece of ebony wood, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. The sculpture depict a bush pig, its nose pointed towards the ground in search of food. A shiny... read more$137.99$117.29Artist: Theophilus Anum
Ashanti Sankofa Bird
Wood sculpture
Ashanti Sankofa Bird, Wood sculpture
Ali Ibrahim
Working in native sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of... read more$129.99$110.49Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Sankofa Bird Message
Wood sculpture
Sankofa Bird Message, Wood sculpture
Ali Ibrahim
Working in native sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of... read more$159.99$135.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Kissing Giraffes
Hand Carved and Painted Kissing Giraffes Wood Sculpture
Kissing Giraffes, Hand Carved and Painted Kissing Giraffes Wood Sculpture
Samuel Okyere
This charming sculpture is the work of Ghana's Samuel Okyere. Romance blossoms as a pair of giraffes nuzzles each other sweetly. The statuette is carved by hand from native sese wood and painted in... read more$189.99$161.49Artist: Samuel Okyere
Giraffe Harmony
African Giraffe Sculpture Carved and Painted by Hand (Large)
Giraffe Harmony, African Giraffe Sculpture Carved and Painted by Hand (Large)
Francis Agbete
Giraffes envelop each other in a lovely embrace in a teak wood sculpture by Francis Agbete. "This posture to me, depicts peace and harmony," says the Ghanaian artisan. After carving the... read more$129.99$110.49Artist: Francis Agbete
Giraffe Family
Hand Carved and Painted Giraffe Sculpture from Africa
Giraffe Family, Hand Carved and Painted Giraffe Sculpture from Africa
Francis Agbete
A family of giraffes stands united, each watching the others' backs. Francis Agbete carves the original sculpture by hand from teak wood, and paints it in detail with yellow and brown acrylic paints.$169.99$144.49Artist: Francis Agbete
Bouncing Kangaroo
Hand Made Mahogany Wood Kangaroo Sculpture
Bouncing Kangaroo, Hand Made Mahogany Wood Kangaroo Sculpture
Gelson Avorwlanu
A bouncing kangaroo mother carries her little one safely in a snug pouch. West African artisan hand carves this beautiful sculpture from rich mahogany wood, adding a matching base for the kangaroo to... read more$177.99$151.29Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Elephant Celebration
Black Wood Sculpture of Two Elephants from Ghana
Elephant Celebration, Black Wood Sculpture of Two Elephants from Ghana
Raymond Yaw Afari
By Ghanaian artist Raymond Yaw Afari, this elegant sculpture will make a sophisticated addition to your home decor. Hand-carved from sese wood with a shiny black finish, two elephants rear on their... read more$117.99$100.29Artist: Raymond Yaw Afari
Elephant's Burden
Mahogany Wood Statuette of an Elephant from Ghana
Elephant's Burden, Mahogany Wood Statuette of an Elephant from Ghana
Sylvanus A. Agbolo
By Sylvanus A. Agbolo of Ghana, this sculpture depicts an elephant carrying a log with its trunk. The pachyderm is carved from un-painted, polished mahogany, whose various shades of brown give the... read more$179.99$161.99Artist: Sylvanus A. Agbolo
Lying Lion
Ebony Wood Sculpture of a Lying Lion from Ghana
Lying Lion, Ebony Wood Sculpture of a Lying Lion from Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
In a serene pose, a lying lion is hand-carved of rich ebony wood in this Ghanaian sculpture. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates the sculpture, bringing the king of the jungle to your home with a gleaming... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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$119.99$101.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Walking Gorilla
Hand Carved Sese Wood Gorilla Statuette from Ghana
Walking Gorilla, Hand Carved Sese Wood Gorilla Statuette from Ghana
Bright Kofi Agbetey
From Ghanaian artisan Bright Kofi Agbetey comes this captivating gorilla statuette. The gorilla is hand carved out of sese wood and finished with both paint and polish.$169.99$144.49Artist: Bright Kofi Agbetey
Horseman
Brown and Cream Man Astride Horse Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Horseman, Brown and Cream Man Astride Horse Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Christopher Nyasafo
Christopher Nyasafo of Ghana designs this sculpture of a horseman handcrafted from sese wood in a pose artisans often use in the region to denote a leader or warrior. Painted brown with cream accents... read more$139.99$118.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Horseback Warrior
Brown and Cream Horseback Warrior Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Horseback Warrior, Brown and Cream Horseback Warrior Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Christopher Nyasafo
Christopher Nyasafo of Ghana designs this sculpture of a horseback warrior handcrafted from sese wood. Painted brown with cream accents from clay and a rustic finish, the man and horse have elongated... read more$119.99$101.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Panther Realm
Wood Panther Sculpture with Elephant and Bird Beadwork
Panther Realm, Wood Panther Sculpture with Elephant and Bird Beadwork
Theophilus Anum
Multicolored beads adorn a black panther, its sculpted presence, as always, impressively elegant. Ghana's Theophilus Anum designs an extraordinary sculpture that is carved by hand of mahogany wood.... read more$117.99$100.29Artist: Theophilus Anum
Twin Elephant I
Hand Carved Teak Wood Elephant Sculpture
Twin Elephant I, Hand Carved Teak Wood Elephant Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Two elephants with curving trunks sit back to back in this fascinating sculpture from West Africa's Francis Agbete. The sculpture is hand carved from rich, black teak wood and sits upon a small but... read more$139.99$132.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Ponko
Wood Horse African Statue Hand Carved by Ghana Artisan
Ponko, Wood Horse African Statue Hand Carved by Ghana Artisan
Bright Kofi Agbetey
Skillfully using local tools, Ghanaian artisan Bright Kofi Agbetey hand carves this powerful horse sculpture from sese wood. After sun-drying the wood for two weeks, the artisan adds aluminum sheet... read more$207.99$187.19Artist: Bright Kofi Agbetey
Auntie Abena
Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Auntie Abena, Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Joseph Boateng
Working in sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng hand-carves this striking African sculpture. The sculpture depicts the face of a woman, given a black finish. At her forehead, embossed aluminum... read more$149.99$127.49Artist: Joseph Boateng
Adorable Elephant
Hand-Carved Teak Wood Elephant Sculpture from Ghana
Adorable Elephant, Hand-Carved Teak Wood Elephant Sculpture from Ghana
Gelson Avorwlanu
Hand-carved of rich teak wood, an adorable elephant adds to your home decor with this sculpture from Ghana. The young pachyderm raises its trunk in a friendly greeting, Gelson Avorwlanu gives the... read more$114.99$103.49Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
African Leopard
Hand Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of an African Leopard
African Leopard, Hand Carved and Painted Wood Sculpture of an African Leopard
Enoch Adjei
Padding silently through the forest, an African leopard flaunts a colorful coat with bold black spots. Ghana's Enoch Adjei carves the jungle cat by hand.$149.99$127.49Artist: Enoch Adjei
Cool Rhino
Sese Wood Anthropomorphic Rhino Sculpure from Ghana
Cool Rhino, Sese Wood Anthropomorphic Rhino Sculpure from Ghana
Theophilus Anum
Standing proud with his leather jacket, pants, and shoes, this rhino is undeniably cool. Hand-carved of sese wood, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. A painted finish gives the... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Theophilus Anum
Two Ducks
Sese Wood Sculpture of Two Ducks from Ghana
Two Ducks, Sese Wood Sculpture of Two Ducks from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
Hand-carved of sese wood with a painted black finish, this sculpture depicts two smiling ducks that join together in a kiss. Ghanaian designer Raphat Asigbey presents the sculpture, complete with... read more$119.99$107.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Yellow Giraffe
Hand-Carved Sese Wood Giraffe Sculpture from Ghana
Yellow Giraffe, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Giraffe Sculpture from Ghana
Enoch Adjei
Craning its neck as if to get a better look, this giraffe is hand-carved from Ghanaian sese wood. Enoch Adjei creates this striking sculpture, which is given a striking yellow finish.$124.99$106.24Artist: Enoch Adjei
Osunu
Hand Carved Hand Painted Sese Wood Aluminum African Mask
Osunu, Hand Carved Hand Painted Sese Wood Aluminum African Mask
Rita Addo Zakour
This hand-carved mask of sese wood is adorned with rich colors and a prominent aluminum plate, named Osunu, or "elephant" in the Twi dialect spoken by the Akan tribe of Ghana. This original... read more$127.99$108.79Artist: Rita Addo Zakour
Cape Buffalo
African Cape Buffalo Sculpture Hand Carved from Teak Wood
Cape Buffalo, African Cape Buffalo Sculpture Hand Carved from Teak Wood
Bright Kofi Agbetey
A Cape buffalo scans the horizon warily, looking out for predators on the savannah. This beautiful African buffalo sculpture is hand-carved from teak wood by Ghanaian artisan Bright Kofi Agbetey.... read more$174.99$166.24Artist: Bright Kofi Agbetey
Duck and Duckling
Hand Carved Mahogany Mother and Baby Duck Statuettes
Duck and Duckling, Hand Carved Mahogany Mother and Baby Duck Statuettes
Gelson Avorwlanu
Ghana's Gelson Avorwlanu presents this darling duo in the form of a duck and her duckling. The sculptures are hand carved from mahogany--a wood species that is highly sought after for its fine grain... read more$157.99$142.19Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Great Catch
Hand Carved Light Grey Wood Fish Sculpture from Ghana
Great Catch, Hand Carved Light Grey Wood Fish Sculpture from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
This sese wood fish caught more than it bargained for. The hand carved fish, supported by a black stand, is finished with a layer of clay in which details like the eyes and fins are carved. The fish... read more$114.99$103.49Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Senufo Bird of Peace
African Senufo Bird Hand Carved Sculpture
Senufo Bird of Peace, African Senufo Bird Hand Carved Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Much respected by the Senufo from northern Cote d'Ivoire, the graceful kalaho stands as a symbol of peace if it is seen, for these shy birds avoid humans. Salihu Ibrahim carves the kalaho from sese... read more$114.99$103.49Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Giraffe Family
Hand Carved and Painted 9-Inch Teak Wood Sculpture
Giraffe Family, Hand Carved and Painted 9-Inch Teak Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
A family of giraffes stands united, each watching the others' backs. Francis Agbete carves the original sculpture by hand from teak wood, and paints it in detail with yellow and brown acrylic paints.$129.99$110.49Artist: Francis Agbete
Monkey Love
Monkey-Themed Wood Mother and Child Sculpture from Ghana
Monkey Love, Monkey-Themed Wood Mother and Child Sculpture from Ghana
Gelson Avorwlanu
Holding her young, a monkey mother is the subject of this striking sculpture from Ghana. Gelson Avorwlanu designs this sculpture, which he hand-carves from a single piece of mahogany wood that is... read more$147.99$133.19Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Save Our Wildlife
Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture of a Traditional Wild Cat
Save Our Wildlife, Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture of a Traditional Wild Cat
Kobina Asmah
"This sculpture was inspired by my visit to an African reserve, which reinforced my love for wildlife and the need to preserve it from extinction. The sculpture is to sensitize us as humans to... read more$159.99$143.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Red Sankofa
African Tribal Wood Bird Carving with Metal Accents
Red Sankofa, African Tribal Wood Bird Carving with Metal Accents
Ali Ibrahim
Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back.... read more$147.99$140.59Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Spotted Sankofa
Colorful African Wood Bird Sculpture Hand Carved in Ghana
Spotted Sankofa, Colorful African Wood Bird Sculpture Hand Carved in Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back.... read more$147.99$125.79Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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$189.99$161.49Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Chi Wara Mythical Antelope
Brown Wood Antelope Sculpture Hand Carved by Ghana Artisan
Chi Wara Mythical Antelope, Brown Wood Antelope Sculpture Hand Carved by Ghana Artisan
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
This hand carved sese wood sculpture by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Austin Ankude pays homage to a West African tradition. The Bambara people honor a mythological creature that is half-antelope... read more$214.99$193.49Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Roaring Bear
Hand-Carved Rustic Wood Bear Sculpture from Ghana (18.5 in.)
Roaring Bear, Hand-Carved Rustic Wood Bear Sculpture from Ghana (18.5 in.)
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
In this sculpture by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante, a fierce bear offers a mighty roar. The bear is hand-carved of African sese wood with a keen attention to detail. Once completed, Emmanuel... read more$164.99$148.49Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Colorful Sankofa
Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures
Colorful Sankofa, Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Inspired by the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, which means "return and get it," this pair of sculptures is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, depicting two birds that stretch their necks to reach... read more$129.99$123.49Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Brown Ashanti Bird
Hand Carved African Wood Bird Sculpture with Repousse
Brown Ashanti Bird, Hand Carved African Wood Bird Sculpture with Repousse
Ali Ibrahim
Working in native sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of... read more$169.99$144.49Artist: Ali 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$157.99$134.29Artist: Gelson Avorwlanu
Deer Mother and Child
Teak Wood Sculpture of Doe and Fawn from West Africa
Deer Mother and Child, Teak Wood Sculpture of Doe and Fawn from West Africa
Bright Kofi Agbetey
A mother's tenderness and love is universal, as this sculpture from Ghanaian artisan Bright Kofi Agbetey reminds us. A beautiful sculpture of a doe nursing her fawn is carefully hand-carved from solid... read more$129.99$116.99Artist: Bright Kofi Agbetey