gye nyame symbols (36 items)
Except God
African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Except God, African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Kobina Asmah
Ghana's famed gye nyame symbol emerges in this decorative plate by Kobina Asmah. Known as an adinkra symbol, this image is revered throughout the country; its rotating form means "I fear none... read more$59.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Heart of Africa
Ghanaian Hand Carved Heart Shaped Jewelry Box
Heart of Africa, Ghanaian Hand Carved Heart Shaped Jewelry Box
Joseph Boateng
Carved in the shape of a heart, this jewelry box is a constant reminder of love. Joseph Boateng works in African sese wood, carefully sculpting the decorative motifs that embrace the design. The... read more$67.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
Gye Nyame Trophy
Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol Wood Sculpture
Gye Nyame Trophy, Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol Wood Sculpture
Kwasi Asante
Artisan Kwasi Asante in Ghana creates a truly original sculpture that is formed like a trophy. The sculpture is carved by hand of sese wood to feature the gye nyame adinkra symbol and painted a rich... read more$119.99Artist: Kwasi Asante
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
Gye Nyame
Ghanaian Symbol Wood Key Strap with Recycled Glass Bead
Gye Nyame, Ghanaian Symbol Wood Key Strap with Recycled Glass Bead
Robert Lanyo
Adinkra are traditional symbols of the Akan people from Ghana that express different concepts or aphorisms. Artist Robert Lanyo designs a sese wood and recycled bead key strap with the popular Adinkra... read more$19.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Gye Nyame
Handcrafted African Mask with Adinkra Symbols
Gye Nyame, Handcrafted African Mask with Adinkra Symbols
Ali Mohammed
Ali Mohammed creates the powerful design of this sese wood mask featuring etched patterns that resemble tribal markings. Mohammed paints them in white over the brown mask. On the forehead he details... read more$139.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Gye Nyame Throne
Rustic Adinkra Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Gye Nyame Throne, Rustic Adinkra Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Frank Odei Amoani
Hand-carved from sese wood, the Adinkra symbol Gye Nyame, meaning "except for God," is depicted in this wall sculpture from Ghana. Frank Odei Amoani creates this wall sculpture, including... read more$79.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani
Akan Belief
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Ornaments (Set of 4)
Akan Belief, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood ornaments of the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol, which means "except God" and is a symbol of deep faith. The ornaments come... read more$47.99$40.79Artist: Robert Lanyo
Akan Belief
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Ornaments (Set of 4)
Akan Belief, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood ornaments of the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol, which means "except God" and is a symbol of deep faith. The ornaments come... read more$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Gye Nyame Helper
Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Letter Opener from Ghana
Gye Nyame Helper, Ebony Wood Gye Nyame Letter Opener from Ghana
Robert Lanyo
Hand-carved of ebony wood with rich hues of brown, this elegant letter opener makes an excellent and cultural addition to your home office. Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo creates the sleek opener... read more$34.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Fear God
African Cedar Bookends (Pair)
Fear God, African Cedar Bookends (Pair)
George Obeng
Ghana's famed gye nyame symbol emerges in cedar wood, its rotating form meaning "I fear none except God." Known as an adinkra symbol, this image is revered throughout the country. George... read more$109.99Artist: George Obeng
Gye Nyame Stride
Gye Nyame Motif Wood Walking Stick from Ghana
Gye Nyame Stride, Gye Nyame Motif Wood Walking Stick from Ghana
Kwasi Asante
This handsome walking stick from Ghanaian artisan Kwasi Asante is carved in a twisted shape with a loop for a handle. Centering the design is the adinkra symbol gye nyame, which means "except for... read more$107.99Artist: Kwasi Asante
Adinkra God
Handmade Sese Wood African Mask Gye Nyame Akan Hand Carved
Adinkra God, Handmade Sese Wood African Mask Gye Nyame Akan Hand Carved
Christopher Kojo Alokpo
This beautifully handcrafted sese wood African mask is designed by Ghana's Christopher Kojo Alokpo and depicts a large gye nyame character, a symbol in the Akan language which means "only... read more$74.99Artist: Christopher Kojo Alokpo
Fear Only God
Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Fear Only God, Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Gordon Adu
Gordon Adu presents an imposing mask from Ghana's Akan people. Carved from sese wood and finished with mansion polish, it bears a traditional Adinkra symbol on the wide forehead. These communicate... read more$49.99Artist: Gordon Adu
Adinkra Passion
Ebony Wood Adinkra Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
Adinkra Passion, Ebony Wood Adinkra Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Hand-carved from naturally beautiful ebony wood, four Adinkra symbols make an excellent addition to the tree next holiday season. One ornament depicts the Gye Nyame symbol, signifying the supremacy of... read more$34.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
God is Supreme
Wood Accent Table from West Africa
God is Supreme, Wood Accent Table from West Africa
George Obeng
Ghana's famed gye nyame symbol emerges in cedar wood, its form meaning "I fear none except God." Known as an adinkra symbol, this image is revered throughout the country. George Obeng carves... read more$179.99Artist: George Obeng
God is Supreme
Wood Accent Table from West Africa
God is Supreme, Wood Accent Table from West Africa
George Obeng
Ghana's famed gye nyame symbol emerges in cedar wood, its form meaning "I fear none except God." Known as an adinkra symbol, this image is revered throughout the country. George Obeng carves... read more$179.99$125.99Artist: George Obeng
African Heart
Wood jewelry box
African Heart, Wood jewelry box
Joseph Boateng
Carved in the shape of a heart, this jewelry box is a constant reminder of love. Joseph Boateng works in African sese wood, carefully sculpting the decorative motifs that embrace the design. The... read more$79.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
Gye Nyame Power
Decorative Box with Adinkra Symbol in Hand Carved Ebony Wood
Gye Nyame Power, Decorative Box with Adinkra Symbol in Hand Carved Ebony Wood
Agnes Amponsah
Hand-carved of ebony wood, this decorative box is crowned with Gye Nyame, the most important of all the Adinkra symbols of the Akan people. Meaning "no one except God," it recognizes God's... read more$79.99$71.99Artist: Agnes Amponsah
No Fear
Unique Ashanti Throne Stool
No Fear, Unique Ashanti Throne Stool
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Nana Frimpong transforms African sese wood into a handsome Ashanti throne stool. Traditionally used by West African royalty, its base features the Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol. With its rotating... read more$349.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Powerful Friends
Handcrafted Sese Wood African Wall Mask from Ghana
Powerful Friends, Handcrafted Sese Wood African Wall Mask from Ghana
Kwasi George
Handcrafted out of sese wood, this striking wall mask is designed by Kwasi George of Ghana. Above the mask's head are carved three faces, leading the artisan to call the mask Tikoro Nko Agyina, which... read more$199.99Artist: Kwasi George
I Fear Only God
Wood accent table
I Fear Only God, Wood accent table
George Obeng
Ghana's famed gye nyame symbol emerges in sese wood, its rotating form meaning "I fear none except God." Known as an adinkra symbol, this image is revered throughout the country. George... read more$249.99Artist: George Obeng
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
Malian Lady
Fair Trade Wood Mask
Malian Lady, Fair Trade Wood Mask
Victor Addo Biney
Victor Addo Biney captures the beauty of Malian women with this highly expressive mask. He carves the mask from sese wood and decorates it with bright yellow accents and ornately embossed aluminum... read more$177.99Artist: Victor Addo Biney
Adinkra Africa
Handmade Ebony Wood Africa Map Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Adinkra Africa, Handmade Ebony Wood Africa Map Dangle Earrings from Ghana
Length: 2" x 1.6" W
Ali Mohammed
This unique pair of earrings comes from the creative mind of designer Ali Mohammed. Hand carved from ebony wood, each earring features an Adinkra symbol within a map of Africa. The symbol is called... read more$19.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Adinkra Secret
Adinkra Pattern Aluminum and Wood Decorative Box from Ghana
Adinkra Secret, Adinkra Pattern Aluminum and Wood Decorative Box from Ghana
Habib Mustapha
The perfect piece of home decor for storing your secrets and keepsakes, this decorative box from Ghana is designed by Habib Mustapha. He handcrafts the box of coast redwood, covered with embossed... read more$49.99Artist: Habib Mustapha
Ashanti Wisdom II
Ashanti Adinkra Symbols Hand Carved Wood Wall Panel
Ashanti Wisdom II, Ashanti Adinkra Symbols Hand Carved Wood Wall Panel
Francis Agbete
Francis Agbete finds inspiration in the wisdom and artistry of the Adinkra symbols of the Ashanti people. Originally credited to Nana Kofi Adinkra, these legendary symbols revolve around several... read more$94.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Chemu Lagoon
Fair Trade Wood Throne Stool
Chemu Lagoon, Fair Trade Wood Throne Stool
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Chemu Lagoon lies near Accra, Ghana's capital, and its beauty proves impetus for this traditional throne by Nana Frimpong. The piece is carved by hand from local sese wood, its deep grain accentuated... read more$389.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Adinkra Doll
Original African Wood Sculpture with Adinkra Symbols
Adinkra Doll, Original African Wood Sculpture with Adinkra Symbols
Abdulai Osman Adam
Inspired by tradition and Akan beliefs, Abdulai Osman Adam designs this admirable sculpture featuring two legendary Adinkra images. Adinkra are visual symbols that represent concepts or aphorisms.... read more$79.99Artist: Abdulai Osman Adam
Adinkra
Brown and Cream Wood Folding Table with Adinkra Symbols
Adinkra, Brown and Cream Wood Folding Table with Adinkra Symbols
Ali Mohammed
Ghanaian artisan Ali Mohammed presents an intriguing sese wood accent table with cultural significance. The tabletop bears a series of adinkra symbols, carved and painted in ivory over dark brown.... read more$157.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Adinkra in Brown
Hand Carved Mini Wood Decorative Stool from Ghana
Adinkra in Brown, Hand Carved Mini Wood Decorative Stool from Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts this decorative stool in the style of Ghana's Ashanti thrones. Hand-carved of sese wood, iti is painted brown with an antiqued finish. On the base, the artisan carves a... read more$49.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Supreme Deity
Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Wall Mask from Ghana
Supreme Deity, Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Wall Mask from Ghana
Kwasi George
Artisan Kwasi George of Ghana hand-carves three birds onto this sese wood wall mask, one on top of its head and two below its chin. The artisan's unique design features an Adinkra symbol on the mask's... read more$184.99Artist: Kwasi George
Love of Adinkra
Handmade Decorative Ebony Wood Heart Shaped Adinkra Box
Love of Adinkra, Handmade Decorative Ebony Wood Heart Shaped Adinkra Box
Robert Lanyo
Store accessories and keepsakes in this heart-shaped decorative box from Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo. Hand carved from ebony wood, the box opens to a single compartment that is perfect for small... read more$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Chief's Machete of Tradition
Wood wall sculpture
Chief's Machete of Tradition, Wood wall sculpture
Winfred Korley
Carved by hand from sese wood, this handsome sculpture is the work of Winfred Korley. Ghana's renowned handwoven kente cloth envelops the handle of a rustic machete. On the blade, adinkra symbols... read more$99.99Artist: Winfred Korley