hand carved (7 items)
Chihongo
Hand-Carved Chokwe Chihongo Sese Wood African Mask
Chihongo, Hand-Carved Chokwe Chihongo Sese Wood African Mask
Ali Mohammed
The Chokwe people of central Africa have a distinct art style, showcased here in Ali Mohammed's hand-carved African mask. Such masks are called chihongo, and depict an elderly male ancestor with... read more$129.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Chief's Procession
Traditional Ghanaian Festival Scene in Hand-Carved Teak
Chief's Procession, Traditional Ghanaian Festival Scene in Hand-Carved Teak
George Obeng
Drums announce the arrival of the chief, who is carried on a palanquin by devoted assistants. George Obeng reminisces of bygone days in Ghana when kings and chieftains came together with their... read more$179.99Artist: George Obeng
Hocker
Hand-Carved Teak Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Ghana
Hocker, Hand-Carved Teak Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Ghana
George Obeng
Hocking her wares at a local market, an African woman stands with a basket balanced against her hip in this sculpture. Ghanaian artisan George Obeng designs this charming sculpture, hand-carving it of... read more$169.99$135.99Artist: George Obeng
Punakawan Characters
Recycled Teak Sculpture of Punakawan Characters from Java
Punakawan Characters, Recycled Teak Sculpture of Punakawan Characters from Java
Hasan Agus Wiratomo
In the traditional Indonesian shadowplay called Wayang, the characters of Semar and his three sons, Gareng, Petruk and Bagong, play the roles of the Punakawans, which are clowns similar to royal court... read more$79.99Artist: Hasan Agus Wiratomo
Boruca Mask
Boruca-Themed Teak Wood Bookmark from Costa Rica
Boruca Mask, Boruca-Themed Teak Wood Bookmark from Costa Rica
Chaverri Brothers
For lovers of literature everywhere, this stylish and eye-catching bookmark is created by the Chaverri Brothers in Costa Rica. They craft the main section from teak wood, featuring a small opening... read more$19.99Artist: Chaverri Brothers
Sankofa Thoughts
Sankofa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana
Sankofa Thoughts, Sankofa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana
Kwasi George
Signifying the importance of learning from the past, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa depicts a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back. Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George creates this African... read more$139.99Artist: Kwasi George
Aburi Wisdom
Wood and Metal African Mask of Thoughtful Bearded Man
Aburi Wisdom, Wood and Metal African Mask of Thoughtful Bearded Man
Ibrahim Seyeed
Ghana's Ibrahim Seyeed crafts an original mask that is rich with personality. Carved by hand from native sese wood, the mask depicts a man pulling on his beard, as if deep in thought. Adorning the... read more$124.99Artist: Ibrahim Seyeed