mahogany sculpture

Carved by hand, Jesus offers his life on the cross to atone for the sins of the human race. George Obeng works in precious mahogany wood to create this reverent crucifix, a beautiful symbol of the Christian faith.

Carved by hand, this portrait shows Jesus on the cross to atone for the sins of the human race. George Obeng works in precious mahogany wood to create this reverent crucifix, a beautiful symbol of the Christian faith.

Bring a touch of African culture to your home with a tribute to the traditional Dogon boards of Mali, revered for their intricate depictions of human and animal figures that served as protectors of the household, warding off malevolent spirits. This spectacular wall relief panel showcases Ghanaian artisan Ayoma Alhassan’s exceptional talent for hand-carving mahogany. The unique decorative accent features a cast of intriguing figures, including monkey-faced humans and a man with a big, round head, all of which are exquisitely adorned with accents made from a blend of charcoal and glue. Alhassan's masterful craftsmanship is also evident in the intricate hand-painted details that bring a dash of color.

Raphat Asigbey in Ghana designs a unique piece of wall art that's sure to spark conversation. Artisans in Ghana hand carry out Raphat's vision by carving his design from rich mahogany wood in the shape of a hand on one end and a comb on the other.

Ghanaian artist Ayoma Alhassan creates a breathtaking wall relief panel that showcases his incredible talent for hand-carving mahogany. The panel is adorned with a stunning array of abstract figures, including humans, lizards, snakes, mice and turtles embellished with accents made from a blend of charcoal and glue. Alhassan's masterful craftsmanship is further highlighted by the intricate hand-painted details that bring each figure to life. This piece is an homage to the traditional Dogon boards of Mali, which were renowned for their intricate depictions of human and animal figures that served to ward off malevolent spirits and protect the household.