crafts from africa (57 items)
Heartfelt Wish
Hand Crafted Wood Fertility Dolls with Glass Beads
Heartfelt Wish, Hand Crafted Wood Fertility Dolls with Glass Beads
Winfred Korley
Artisan Winfred Korley crafts a pair of fertility dolls that is rich with meaning. The woman holds her stomach, and the man does so as well in solidarity, showing his support. The figures are carved... read more$79.99Artist: Winfred Korley
Mende
Artisan Hand Crafted African Wood Mask in Mende Style
Mende, Artisan Hand Crafted African Wood Mask in Mende Style
Sinclair Yao Daley
Using traditional hand tools, artisan Sinclair Yao Daley of Ghana crafts a beautiful mask in the style of the Mende peoples of Sierra Leone. Mende masks typically represent the tribe's ideals of... read more$109.99Artist: Sinclair Yao Daley
Bambara Antelopes
Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture of African Antelopes (Pair)
Bambara Antelopes, Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture of African Antelopes (Pair)
George Obeng
The noble form of the African antelope is captured in this pair of carvings by George Obeng, representative of the craftsmanship of Sudan's Bambara people. Intricate details seem to direct the curve... read more$109.99Artist: George Obeng
Ashanti Fertility Doll V
African Artisan Crafted Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana
Ashanti Fertility Doll V, African Artisan Crafted Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese... read more$97.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Lioness
Hand Crafted Sese Wood African Lion Mask from Ghana
Lioness, Hand Crafted Sese Wood African Lion Mask from Ghana
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
A roaring lion is carved by hand from sese wood with excellent detail, featuring a rustic, brown finish in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante carves the bold features by hand... read more$64.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Village Asemkafo
Hand Crafted African Sese Wood and Brass Mask from Ghana
Village Asemkafo, Hand Crafted African Sese Wood and Brass Mask from Ghana
Abdul Razak
Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask depicts a small face that rests atop a larger one, given a brown finish with etched white motifs across the forehead and around the eyes. Abdul Razak... read more$77.99Artist: Abdul Razak
Africa River Goddess
Artisan Made African Goddess Wood Sculpture
Africa River Goddess, Artisan Made African Goddess Wood Sculpture
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
This eye-catching wood sculpture is the creation of West Africa's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Crafted from local sese wood and embellished with white clay for a rustic look, the sculpture depicts an African... read more$117.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Senufo II
Artisan Crafted African Wood Mask in Senufo Style
Senufo II, Artisan Crafted African Wood Mask in Senufo Style
Sinclair Yao Daley
Artisan Sinclair Yao Daley of Ghana crafts a mask in the style of the Senufo, a farming people of West Africa. The mask is carved by hand from sese wood and engraved in detail. Similar masks are used... read more$149.99Artist: Sinclair Yao Daley
Yaa Doll
Handcrafted African Sese Wood Doll with Recycled Glass Beads
Yaa Doll, Handcrafted African Sese Wood Doll with Recycled Glass Beads
Winfred Korley
West African artisan Winfred Korley hand crafts this decorative doll from dark sese wood, recycled glass beads, and local clay. Korley first carves the doll from one piece of wood, then allows it to... read more$94.99Artist: Winfred Korley
African Monkey Mask I
Handcrafted Natural Fiber Monkey Mask Wall Art from Ghana
African Monkey Mask I, Handcrafted Natural Fiber Monkey Mask Wall Art from Ghana
Samuel Lovi
Ghana’s Samuel Lovi draws inspiration from Africa and uses natural materials to create exquisite wall art pieces that pay homage to his roots and culture. In this case, he presents a traditional... read more$259.99Artist: Samuel Lovi
Akuaba Face
Fertility Doll African Wood Mask from Ghana
Akuaba Face, Fertility Doll African Wood Mask from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
Decorated with hand-embossed aluminum and brass, this rustic African mask is hand-carved from sese wood. Ghanaian designer Raphat Asigbey designs this mask, which is crafted by local artisans. A... read more$99.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Emerging from a Pot
Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Emerging from a Pot, Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Winfred Korley
Emerging from a pot, the figure of a woman with outstretched arms is crafted of Ghanaian sese wood, featuring a charming, antiqued finish. With a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility... read more$99.99Artist: Winfred Korley
War Sword
Akan War Sword Wall Decor Hand Crafted in Ghana
War Sword, Akan War Sword Wall Decor Hand Crafted in Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
Ali Ibrahim in Ghana crafts a replica of a West African war sword, or akofena. The sword is one of many Ashanti adinkra symbols that convey symbolic meanings and proverbs via visual icons. The war... read more$87.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Hemba
Monkey-Inspired Cultural African Wood Mask from Ghana
Hemba, Monkey-Inspired Cultural African Wood Mask from Ghana
Christopher Nyasafo
Named Hemba, or "monkey," this African mask is designed by Christopher Nyasafo in Ghana. The face of a monkey with curious horns is hand-carved from sese wood and painted brown. Accents of... read more$124.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Adinkra II
Artisan Crafted Wood and Brass Adinkra Wall Decor
Adinkra II, Artisan Crafted Wood and Brass Adinkra Wall Decor
Musah Abdallah
Rich with West African symbolism, this decorative wall plaque is crafted by Musah Abdallah in Ghana. He carves it by hand from sese wood, and decorates it with neat triangles of brass and traditional... read more$109.99Artist: Musah Abdallah
Alhaji Man
Sese Wood African Cultural Man Sculpture from Ghana
Alhaji Man, Sese Wood African Cultural Man Sculpture from Ghana
Daniel Kwesi Donkor
The bust of an African man is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, featuring a long, exaggerated neck and a body with a protruding horn shape. Presented by Daniel Kwesi Donkor, this sculpture is... read more$137.99Artist: Daniel Kwesi Donkor
Baule Crescent
Elaborate Sese Wood Baule-Style African Mask from Ghana
Baule Crescent, Elaborate Sese Wood Baule-Style African Mask from Ghana
Christopher Nyasafo
This elaborate African mask from Ghana is hand-carved of local sese wood to depict a face with a beard and braided hair, accented with a crescent shape at the top. Christopher Nyasafo crafts the mask... read more$139.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Fante Fertility Doll III
Fair Trade African Hand Carved Wood Fertility Doll Figurine
Fante Fertility Doll III, Fair Trade African Hand Carved Wood Fertility Doll Figurine
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$89.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Four Faces
Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Four Faces, Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Nana Frimpong describes this piece as a family throne, the four faces carved on the pedestal symbolizing love and unity. Representing the designs of the Ashanti royalty of Ghana, the carving is hewn... read more$209.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Bird Essence
Hand-Painted African Wood Mask with Bird Accent on Top
Bird Essence, Hand-Painted African Wood Mask with Bird Accent on Top
Kobina Asmah
A true masterpiece of craftsmanship, this colorful African mask meticulously carved and painted by hand in Ghana unveils an enthralling portrait of a man donning an impressive headdress adorned with a... read more$109.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Elephant Pot
Hand Crafted Elephant Decorative Vessel from Ghana
Elephant Pot, Hand Crafted Elephant Decorative Vessel from Ghana
Kwasi Asante
Kwasi Asante in Ghana designs and crafts this remarkable decorative vessel, which features an imposing elephant holding up the lidded jar. The sculpture is carved by hand from sese wood, and engraved... read more$99.99Artist: Kwasi Asante
War Akofena
Wood and Aluminum Sword Wall Decor from Ghana
War Akofena, Wood and Aluminum Sword Wall Decor from Ghana
Ali Ibrahim
Ali Ibrahim in Ghana crafts a replica of a West African war sword, or akofena. The sword is one of many Ashanti Adinkra symbols that convey symbolic meanings and proverbs via visual icons. The war... read more$97.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Horned Guardian
Hand Carved Baule Sese Wood Horned Mask Peg Wall Accent
Horned Guardian, Hand Carved Baule Sese Wood Horned Mask Peg Wall Accent
Salihu Ibrahim
Small wooden carvings, crafted as pegs, were driven into the ground by the Baule people of West Africa to guard the home. This peg is hand carved by Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim from local sese... read more$139.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Fertility Couple
Pair of Wood and Recycled Glass Statuettes from Ghana
Fertility Couple, Pair of Wood and Recycled Glass Statuettes from Ghana
Winfred Korley
Artisan Winfred Korley crafts a charming pair of fertility dolls, rich with significance. The woman holds her stomach, and the man does so as well in solidarity, showing his support in maternity. Each... read more$89.99Artist: Winfred Korley
Senufu Goodnight Dreams
Wood sculpture
Senufu Goodnight Dreams, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Concentric diamonds center this intriguing sculpture, their color enhanced by applications of white clay. "Such diminutive ottoman thrones are used as pillows by the Senufu tribe of Northern Cote... read more$99.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Frafra Dancer
Original African Tribal Dance Mask Crafted in Wood and Metal
Frafra Dancer, Original African Tribal Dance Mask Crafted in Wood and Metal
Awudu Saaed
Awudu Saaed is inspired by the art and customs of the Frafra people for the design of this extraordinary mask. Known also as Fare-fare, they reside in northern Ghana and southern Burkina Faso. In... read more$69.99Artist: Awudu Saaed
Dakar Mask III
Natural Fiber Dakar Mask Wall Art Handcrafted in Ghana
Dakar Mask III, Natural Fiber Dakar Mask Wall Art Handcrafted in Ghana
Samuel Lovi
Crafted by Ghana’s Samuel Lovi, this striking wall artwork features a traditional Dakar mask in rich, earthy tones. Lovi draws inspiration from his African heritage and utilizes natural materials such... read more$259.99Artist: Samuel Lovi
Kantanka
Artisan Crafted Decorative Wood African Mask
Kantanka, Artisan Crafted Decorative Wood African Mask
Kobina Asmah
From the creative mind of Ghanaian artisan Kobina Asmah comes this striking Kantanka mask. Translated from the Akan language to mean "strong," Kantanka rests sturdy and stoic as the bold... read more$79.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Senufu Geometry
Wood sculpture
Senufu Geometry, Wood sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Geometric motifs surround this intriguing sculpture, their color achieved by applications of white clay. "Such diminutive ottoman thrones are used as stools by the Senufu tribe of Northern Cote... read more$107.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Two Face Kanaga Dragon
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Two Face Kanaga Dragon, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Facing in both directions, a fierce dragon derives from Dogon religious customs. Salihu Ibrahim replicates a Kanaga mask. Mali's Dogon custom dictates that only the village blacksmith can craft the... read more$419.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Wisdom Knot II
Unique Wood Throne Ottoman
Wisdom Knot II, Unique Wood Throne Ottoman
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
The Akans call it Nyansapow, "Wisdom Knot." In Ghana, tradition says that if you will undo a knot a wise man made, be sure you are at least as wise or wiser. Skillfully carved from cedar by... read more$419.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Sankofa Head
African Wood Sankofa Mask Crafted in Ghana
Sankofa Head, African Wood Sankofa Mask Crafted in Ghana
Alex Ansah Ampofo
Ghanaian artisan Alex Ansah Ampofo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood. The forehead features the image of the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its... read more$199.99Artist: Alex Ansah Ampofo
Our Values
Artisan Crafted West African Adinkra Theme Throne Ottoman
Our Values, Artisan Crafted West African Adinkra Theme Throne Ottoman
Kwasi Asante
Elegantly carved from sese wood, the Sankofa symbol lends its fluid grace to this throne ottoman. Kwasi Asante creates a delightful design filled with significance. A Ghanaian adinkra symbol, the... read more$379.99Artist: Kwasi Asante
Divine Akwadaa Nyame
Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask by a Ghanaian Artisan
Divine Akwadaa Nyame, Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask by a Ghanaian Artisan
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Ghana's Emmanuel Opoku Asante carves this mask by hand of sese wood, hanging from the wall to bring a touch of African culture to any home. He paints the mask with colors of mahogany and beige, naming... read more$64.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Dan Protection II
African Wood Mask for Wall Decor Hand Crafted in Ghana
Dan Protection II, African Wood Mask for Wall Decor Hand Crafted in Ghana
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim is inspired by age-old masks from the Dan culture and reinterprets the design with this original piece. This type of mask is believed to have been used by the Dan people of west... read more$159.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Fante Comb III
Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture Fante Man Africa
Fante Comb III, Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture Fante Man Africa
Frank Odei Amoani
Ghanaian artisan celebrates Fante artistry with the design of this comb as wall decor. He carves the sese wood comb sculpture by hand featuring the head of a man with an ornate headdress. Combs have... read more$49.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani
Sankofa Beat
Artisan Crafted African Adinkra Theme Djembe Drum (20 Inch)
Sankofa Beat, Artisan Crafted African Adinkra Theme Djembe Drum (20 Inch)
Lawrence Kattah
Sankofa, a traditional West African adinkra symbol, adorns the base of a traditional djembe drum. It depicts a bird with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the... read more$209.99Artist: Lawrence Kattah
Global Peace
World Peace Sculpture in Sese Wood from Ghanaian Artist
Global Peace, World Peace Sculpture in Sese Wood from Ghanaian Artist
Christopher Nyasafo
"This is my impression of achieving world peace; namely the combination of Dialogue, Inclusivity and Unity. Dialogue happens when two or more people take part in a conversation or discussion to... read more$269.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Bedu Masks
Wood African Mask Ornaments Crafted in Ghana (Set of 3)
Bedu Masks, Wood African Mask Ornaments Crafted in Ghana (Set of 3)
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
With this set of three ornaments, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to the bedu mask, which is used by the Nafana tribe of the Ivory coast for attracting good omens. Each ornament is... read more$49.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Ossyeba Reliquary
Unique African Mask Handcrafted from Wood and Metal
Ossyeba Reliquary, Unique African Mask Handcrafted from Wood and Metal
Victor Addo Biney
Part of the Kota tribe in far northeast Gabon near the Congo border, the Ossyeba practice ancestor worship and once used reliquaries extensively in their funeral ceremonies. The figures are intended... read more$237.99Artist: Victor Addo Biney
Dogon Dance
Hand Made Wood Wall Mask Mali from West Africa
Dogon Dance, Hand Made Wood Wall Mask Mali from West Africa
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
The Dogon people are one of the many characteristic and distinguished cultural groups found in Mali. Inspired by their art forms, Ghana's Emmanuel Austin Ankude crafts this Dogon mask used for dances.... read more$234.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Dan Festival
Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Dan Mask from Ghana
Dan Festival, Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Dan Mask from Ghana
Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Inspired by the Dan people, a group who are primarily farmers of cash crops such as rice, cassava, sweet potato and maize, Ghanaian artisan Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng crafts this original and remarkable... read more$119.99Artist: Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Guro Zamble I
Authentic Guro Zamble Mask Hand Carved from Sese Wood
Guro Zamble I, Authentic Guro Zamble Mask Hand Carved from Sese Wood
Salihu Ibrahim
Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim crafts a replica of the Guro Zamble mask from local sese wood. The Zamble mask is one of three masks that are sacred to the Guro people of the Ivory Coast. It depicts a... read more$139.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
United Family in Tan
Hand Crafted Cedar Wood Faces Stool from Ghana
United Family in Tan, Hand Crafted Cedar Wood Faces Stool from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
This striking stool brings a touch of African culture to any home. Handcrafted of cedar wood by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey, the round stool features three legs with faces carved into them... read more$259.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Peace Time
West African Wood Mask with Aluminum Accent Original Design
Peace Time, West African Wood Mask with Aluminum Accent Original Design
Victor Dushie
Ghana's Victor Dushie crafts this kite-shaped mask of his own design from native ofuntum wood. The attention to detail in the carving is rivaled only by the intricate aluminum plate on the forehead.$89.99Artist: Victor Dushie
Sankofa Philosophy
African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol
Sankofa Philosophy, African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol
Theophilus Anum
Theophilus Anum designs a mask of impressive beauty crowned with the Sankofa bird, from the Akan adinkra symbol. Shaped like a bird with its head turned towards its back, it symbolizes learning from... read more$129.99Artist: Theophilus Anum
Elephant Memory
Original African Table Top Mask with Elephant Accent
Elephant Memory, Original African Table Top Mask with Elephant Accent
Raphat Asigbey
Resting atop a round base, an oval-shaped mask is hand-carved from cedar wood, featuring an elephant with a trunk that runs down into the nose. This creative and noble mask is crafted by Ghanaian... read more$167.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Beautiful Queen
Hand Carved Wood and Metal African Mask
Beautiful Queen, Hand Carved Wood and Metal African Mask
Victor Dushie
This hand crafted mask is the original design of Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie. The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and adorns it with embossed aluminum. The lens-shaped mask features... read more$74.99Artist: Victor Dushie
Except God
Rustic Carved Wood Wall Accent with Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol
Except God, Rustic Carved Wood Wall Accent with Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol
Musah Abdallah
This richly detailed plaque is crafted by artisan Musah Abdallah in Ghana. He carves the piece by hand from native sese wood, carefully detailing a lion baring its fangs, a man playing a drum, and the... read more$84.99Artist: Musah Abdallah
Sankofa Twins
African Wall or Table Masks with Adinkra Symbols (Pair)
Sankofa Twins, African Wall or Table Masks with Adinkra Symbols (Pair)
Theophilus Anum
Beautifully carved, these two masks are crafted of native sese wood by Theophilus Anum. The curved tops of both masks depict the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, a bird with its head turned backwards and an... read more$157.99Artist: Theophilus Anum
Obaa Yaa
Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture Crafted in Ghana
Obaa Yaa, Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture Crafted in Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Bring a touch of African culture to your home with this traditional fertility doll from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this sculpture by hand, depicting the form of a woman. Dolls like these... read more$79.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Oheneyire
Hand Crafted Sese Wood and Terracotta Beaded Necklace
Oheneyire, Hand Crafted Sese Wood and Terracotta Beaded Necklace
Length: 23.5"
Catherine Offei Kwapong
Round and oval beads handcrafted from sese wood are interspersed with patterned terracotta beads on nylon cord. Catherine Offei Kwapong of Ghana presents this beaded necklace with a brass S-hook... read more$59.99Artist: Catherine Offei Kwapong
Fante Comb II
Fante Man Comb Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture
Fante Comb II, Fante Man Comb Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture
Frank Odei Amoani
Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani celebrates Fante artistry with the design of this comb as wall decor. He carves the sese wood comb sculpture by hand featuring a man dressed in a traditional smock.... read more$47.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani
Fante Comb I
Fante Woman Comb Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture
Fante Comb I, Fante Woman Comb Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Art Sculpture
Frank Odei Amoani
Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani celebrates Fante artistry with the design of this comb as wall decor. He carves the sese wood comb sculpture by hand featuring the face and nude upper torso of a... read more$47.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani
Odo Hemaa Queen
Handcrafted Antiqued Sese Wood Wall Mirror from Ghana
Odo Hemaa Queen, Handcrafted Antiqued Sese Wood Wall Mirror from Ghana
Winfred Korley
Resembling a traditional African throne stool, this Ghanaian wall mirror makes a characteristic addition to any home. Artisan Winfred Korley crafts the frame by hand of local sese wood, accenting it... read more$89.99Artist: Winfred Korley
Mansa Woman
Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Mansa Woman, Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Winfred Korley
A woman stands with arms outstretched, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility doll represents an African... read more$99.99Artist: Winfred Korley
Akosua with Child
Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Akosua with Child, Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana
Winfred Korley
A mother and child stand together, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring characteristically exaggerated heads, this fertility doll represents an African tradition... read more$169.99Artist: Winfred Korley