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Sankofa
African Adinkra Symbol Cotton Threadwork Wall Art
Sankofa, African Adinkra Symbol Cotton Threadwork Wall Art
Ernestina Oppong Asante
This handcrafted threadwork wall art from Ernestina Oppong Asante features the sankofa, an adinkra symbol that is understood as "go back to your roots," a message conveyed through the form... read more$79.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
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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$149.99Artist: Kwasi George
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Green Sankofa
Recycled Plastic Beaded Wood Sankofa Sculpture from Ghana
Green Sankofa, Recycled Plastic Beaded Wood Sankofa Sculpture from Ghana
Malik Jabir Dodoo
Depicting a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back, the Adinkra symbol Sankofa represents the importance of learning from the past. Ghanaian artist Malik Jabir Dodoo creates this cultural Sankofa... read more$39.99Artist: Malik Jabir Dodoo
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Adinkra Roots
Ebony Wood Adinkra Bird Dangle Earrings from Bali
Adinkra Roots, Ebony Wood Adinkra Bird Dangle Earrings from Bali
Length: 2" x 2" W x 0.4" D
Robert Lanyo
Representing the Adinkra symbol for sankofa, this pair of dangle earrings depict birds that reach to grab eggs off their backs. Meaning "go back and get it" in the Twi dialect, these... read more$29.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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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$154.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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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$157.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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Sankofa
Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from West Africa
Sankofa, Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Sculpture from West Africa
Winfred Ansah Okoampah
Hand carved from rich sese wood and colored with deep scarlet red and black paint, West African artist Winfred Ansah Okoampah presents this sculpture of a bird named Sankofa, an Adinkra symbol meaning... read more$119.99Artist: Winfred Ansah Okoampah
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African Sankofa
Sankofa-Themed Ebony Wood Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
African Sankofa, Sankofa-Themed Ebony Wood Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Inspired by African culture, Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo creates this set of four ornaments. He works with natural ebony wood, hand-carving two depictions of the African continent. The other two... read more$39.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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Wise Sankofa
Sankofa Bird Decorative African Staff Carved by Hand
Wise Sankofa, Sankofa Bird Decorative African Staff Carved by Hand
Eva Asantewa Amakye
The legendary Sankofa bird turning its long neck to let its head rest on its back symbolizes a return to one's roots. Eva Asantewa Amakye designs this stunning piece which, according to the customs of... read more$99.99Artist: Eva Asantewa Amakye
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Learn from History
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Learn from History, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Sankofa Ornaments (Set of 4)
Robert Lanyo
Artisan Robert Lanyo of Ghana handcrafts this set of four ebony wood ornaments of the Sankofa Adinkra symbol of a backwards looking bird, which means to look back into history and learn from what may... read more$49.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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Africa Sankofa
Sterling Silver Pendant
Africa Sankofa, Sterling Silver Pendant
Length: 1.4" x 1.1" W
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Joycelyn Sena Zigah honors tradition with the modern design of this sterling silver pendant. It is crafted by hand in the shape of the African continent. A gleaming bird stands with its neck and head... read more$149.99Artist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
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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$157.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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Sankofa Birds
Hand Carved and Beaded Symbolic Bird Sculptures (Pair)
Sankofa Birds, Hand Carved and Beaded Symbolic Bird Sculptures (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
As a traditional Akan adinkra symbol, the Sankofa bird has special significance in Ghana. The bird is always depicted as looking backwards, to symbolize the concept of "going back to one's... read more$109.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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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$139.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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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$139.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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The Sankofa Bird
Signed Expressionist Sankofa Adinkra Painting from Ghana
The Sankofa Bird, Signed Expressionist Sankofa Adinkra Painting from Ghana
Emmanuel Kwaku Akrasi
Depicted as a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back, Sankofa is an African Adinkra symbol that illustrates the importance of learning from the past. Ghanaian artist Emmanuel Kwaku Akrasi paints... read more$147.99Artist: Emmanuel Kwaku Akrasi
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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$174.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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Sankofa Bird
Authentic Sese Wood African Mask
Sankofa Bird, Authentic Sese Wood African Mask
Sinclair Yao Daley
Inspired by the sankofa, a traditional Ghanaian adinkra symbol, Sinclair Yao Daley creates a colorful African mask. He carves the image from seasoned sese wood and adds earrings of multicolor cotton... read more$114.99Artist: Sinclair Yao Daley
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Sankofa Bird
Bird Theme Folk Art African Mask
Sankofa Bird, Bird Theme Folk Art African Mask
Ali Mohammed
Based on traditional Ghanaian artistry, this elegant mask boasts modern colors. Ali Mohammed creates an original design of graceful lines. Carved by hand of seasoned sese wood, it depicts the Ghanaian... read more$107.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
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Sankofa Bird
Unique Wood Mask
Sankofa Bird, Unique Wood Mask
Eric Darko
The Sankofa bird looks to the past for the wisdom to build its future, its presence as an Adinkra symbol highlighting this striking Ashanti mask from Ghana. Eric Darko hand-carves the piece, carefully... read more$97.99Artist: Eric Darko
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Sankofa Bird
Hand Made Wood Mask
Sankofa Bird, Hand Made Wood Mask
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Chief carver Nana Frimpong celebrates Ashanti wisdom with the original design of this mask. Carved from sese wood, it features the legendary Sankofa bird with its head resting on its back. One of the... read more$77.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
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Sankofa Bird
Hand Carved Adinkra Theme African Walking Stick
Sankofa Bird, Hand Carved Adinkra Theme African Walking Stick
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires this beautiful walking stick by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image. This is understood as "go back to your... read more$117.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
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My Lovely Bird
Adinkra Symbol Bird Wood Sculpture with Glass Beads
My Lovely Bird, Adinkra Symbol Bird Wood Sculpture with Glass Beads
Kobina Asmah
"This is my lovely bird," confides Kobina Asmah of this amazing sculpture. Turning its head back on itself, this bird becomes the Sankofa symbol that reminds one to retrieve from the past... read more$97.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
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Double Sankofa Bird
Handcrafted Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask
Double Sankofa Bird, Handcrafted Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask
Micheal Oppong
Micheal Oppong in Ghana call his fascinating wall mask, Sankofa, a Ghanaian Akan word that means, "going back to one's roots." The artisan hand carves the figurative mask from local sese... read more$179.99Artist: Micheal Oppong
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Sankofa Adinkra Bird
Handmade Wood Jewelry Box
Sankofa Adinkra Bird, Handmade Wood Jewelry Box
Ahmed Baba Osmanu
Ahmed Baba Osmanu is inspired by the traditional treasure boxes of kings for the design of this jewelry box. Carved from sese wood, the box is adorned with the legendary Sankofa Adinkra symbol that is... read more$129.99Artist: Ahmed Baba Osmanu
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Colorful Sankofa
Adinkra-Themed African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Colorful Sankofa, Adinkra-Themed African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Ransford Bediako
Illustrating the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is an Adinkra symbol portrayed by a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its back. Hand-carved from sese wood, the Sankofa bird is... read more$94.99Artist: Ransford Bediako
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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$389.99Artist: Kwasi Asante
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Sankofa Wisdom
Original African Wood Mask
Sankofa Wisdom, Original African Wood Mask
Awudu Saaed
Ghana's Awudu Saaed creates the original design of this large sese wood mask to showcase the Sankofa Adinkra symbol. Represented by a bird looking backwards, Sankofa encourages to retrieve from the... read more$74.99Artist: Awudu Saaed
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Green Sankofa
Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana
Green Sankofa, Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana
Theophilus Sackey
The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg from its back, means "go back and get it." Reflecting on the importance of learning from the past, Ghana's Theophilus... read more$49.99Artist: Theophilus Sackey
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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$139.99Artist: Theophilus Anum
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Maame Sankofa
African Wood Wall Mask with Recycled Glass Beadwork
Maame Sankofa, African Wood Wall Mask with Recycled Glass Beadwork
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Hand-carved from sese wood, this African wood mask is titled Maame Sankofa or "Mother of Sankofa" by its designer, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Sankofa is a Twi word meaning "reach back and get... read more$89.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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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$217.99Artist: Alex Ansah Ampofo
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Sankofa Charm
Sankofa Adinkra Ceramic Decorative Teapot from Ghana
Sankofa Charm, Sankofa Adinkra Ceramic Decorative Teapot from Ghana
Samuel Lovi
By Ghanaian artisan Samuel Lovi, this tea pot makes a charming home decor accessory. This teapot is handcrafted from ceramic with a rustic pattern and finish. Raffia fiber is used to wrap the handle... read more$117.99Artist: Samuel Lovi
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Be Positive
Ashanti wood mask
Be Positive, Ashanti wood mask
Eric Darko
Eric Darko takes inspiration from the Adinkra symbols of the Ashanti people to craft this mesmerizing mask. Elegantly detailed with embossed brass plates, the mask features the sankofa bird, which... read more$89.99Artist: Eric Darko
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Supporting Sankofa
Cedar Wood Sankofa Accent Table from Ghana
Supporting Sankofa, Cedar Wood Sankofa Accent Table from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
Supporting the top of an accent table, the Adinkra symbol Sankofa is hand-carved of cedar wood. Taking the form of a bird picking an egg up off its back, Sankofa translates to "go back and get... read more$289.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
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Yellow Sankofa
Aluminum and Sese Wood Sankofa Relief Panel from Ghana
Yellow Sankofa, Aluminum and Sese Wood Sankofa Relief Panel from Ghana
Kobina Asmah
Handcrafted of embossed aluminum and brass over painted black sese wood, this Ghanaian relief panel is designed by Kobina Asmah. He details the center of the panel with the Adinkra symbol Sankofa... read more$79.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
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Adinkra Sankofa
Decorative Beaded Mini African Stool with Adinkra Symbols
Adinkra Sankofa, Decorative Beaded Mini African Stool with Adinkra Symbols
Victoria Agyepomaa
This decorative stool brings a touch of African culture to any home, crafted by hand of sese wood and accented with brass triangle motifs. Victoria Agyepomaa draws her inspiration from the traditional... read more$109.99Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
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Sankofa Mask
Sankofa Adinkra Framed Cotton Batik Mask Collage
Sankofa Mask, Sankofa Adinkra Framed Cotton Batik Mask Collage
Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
By Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboa, this bold composition depicts a West African mask. The Ghanaian artisan paints the image by hand on card stock, then creates cutout areas which he backs with cotton batik... read more$149.99Artist: Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
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Sankofa Tree
Cow and Tree Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Sankofa Tree, Cow and Tree Wood Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Raymond Yaw Afari
Signifying the importance of learning from the past, the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, meaning "go back and get it," takes the form of a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back. Ghanaian artist... read more$107.99Artist: Raymond Yaw Afari
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Sankofa
Mixed Media Sankofa Painting from Ghana
Sankofa, Mixed Media Sankofa Painting from Ghana
K. Baka
Representing the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that translates to "go back and get it." With a painted neck and legs, a bird reaches to grab... read more$49.99Artist: K. Baka
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Eco Sankofa
Recycled Plastic Beaded Sese Wood Sankofa Decorative Chair
Eco Sankofa, Recycled Plastic Beaded Sese Wood Sankofa Decorative Chair
Malik Jabir Dodoo
Signifying the importance of learning from the past, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that is characterized by a bird reaching to grab an egg off its back. Ghanaian artisan Malik Jabir Dodoo... read more$39.99Artist: Malik Jabir Dodoo
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Sankofa
Adinkra Symbol Accent Table from Ghanaian Artisan
Sankofa, Adinkra Symbol Accent Table from Ghanaian Artisan
Joseph Boateng
This richly-detailed round accent table is the original creation of Joseph Boateng in Ghana. Using traditional hand tools, he carves the table from native sese wood, with a pedestal depicting a bird... read more$314.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
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Meton Ade Pa
Unique Beaded Wood African Mask Handmade in Ghana
Meton Ade Pa, Unique Beaded Wood African Mask Handmade in Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
This gorgeously beaded mask is the creation of artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu in Ghana. He carves the rubberwood mask by hand, and embellishes it with recycled glass beads of various colors. The beaded... read more$119.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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Sankofa
Signed Painting of Sankofa and Adinkra Symbols from Ghana
Sankofa, Signed Painting of Sankofa and Adinkra Symbols from Ghana
Frank Nii Amaarh Ashiteye
Filled with color and Ashanti spiritualism, this inspired painting is by Frank Nii Amaarh Ashiteye. "I included masks of various colors with different meanings: the green one symbolizes... read more$849.99Artist: Frank Nii Amaarh Ashiteye
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Back to My Roots
Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant
Back to My Roots, Handmade Sterling Silver Bird Pendant
Length: 1.4" x 0.7" W
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Transformed into a pendant by Joycelyn Sena Zigah is a beloved Adinkra symbol. These West African symbols communicate sayings and concepts through images. "The Sankofa depicts a bird that turns... read more$117.99Artist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
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Sankofa Journey
Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask from Africa
Sankofa Journey, Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask from Africa
Enoch Adjei
Hand carved from local sese wood and aluminum plating, this mask makes a whimsical addition to your walls. A large bird painted in bright blue sits upon the mask's head and cranes forward with... read more$249.99Artist: Enoch Adjei
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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$229.99Artist: Lawrence Kattah
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Sea Sankofa
Set of 2 Hand-Carved Sese Wood Fish and Bird Coasters
Sea Sankofa, Set of 2 Hand-Carved Sese Wood Fish and Bird Coasters
Robert Lanyo
Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo brings us a high-quality creation hand-carved from sese wood. With a natural tone, this set of two coasters presents unique motifs with hidden symbolism: the fish... read more$27.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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Sankofa
Hand-Crafted Ebony Sankofa Symbol Keychain with Wood Beads
Sankofa, Hand-Crafted Ebony Sankofa Symbol Keychain with Wood Beads
Eliasu Adams
The symbol for sankofa, which means "going back to one's roots" in the Ghanaian Akan language, takes center stage in this beautiful keychain by Eliasu Adams. He meticulously carves ebony... read more$23.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
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Sankofa Icon
Hand-Painted African Sese Wood Mask with Aluminum Accents
Sankofa Icon, Hand-Painted African Sese Wood Mask with Aluminum Accents
Victor Ayambire
Sankofa means “going back to one's roots” in the ancient Akan language, and Victor Ayambire's newest creation will make you feel one with your culture and heritage. Working with sese wood, the... read more$99.99Artist: Victor Ayambire
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Back to My Roots
Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Back to My Roots, Sterling Silver Dangle Earrings
Length: 1.4" x 0.6" W
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Transformed into earrings by Joycelyn Sena Zigah is a beloved adinkra symbol. These West African symbols communicate sayings and concepts through images. "The Sankofa depicts a bird that turns to... read more$149.99Artist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
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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$179.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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Adom
Embossed Aluminum and Wood Folding Accent Table
Adom, Embossed Aluminum and Wood Folding Accent Table
Kwadwo Antwi
Beautifully detailed, this handcrafted accent table from artisan Kwadwo Antwi conveniently folds when not in use. The table is crafted from native sese wood with a brown finish, and the top is adorned... read more$104.99Artist: Kwadwo Antwi
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Adinkra Symbols I
Ghanaian Threadwork Wall Art
Adinkra Symbols I, Ghanaian Threadwork Wall Art
Ernestina Oppong Asante
Ernestina Oppong Asante shares the wisdom of the legendary Adinkra symbols with this colorful threadwork composition. She reveals the presence of three women holding symbols as she applies one thread... read more$184.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
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Colors of Mama
Colorful African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana
Colors of Mama, Colorful African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana
Samuel Appeadu
Hand-carved of sese wood and accented with embossed aluminum, the face of an African mother adds to your wall decor in this mask from Ghana. Samuel Appeadu designs the colorful mask, featuring the... read more$104.99Artist: Samuel Appeadu
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Sankofa Spirit
West African Wood Mask Hand Carved in Ghana
Sankofa Spirit, West African Wood Mask Hand Carved in Ghana
Kwasi George
Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George crafts an original mask rich with West African symbolism. The hand-carved sese wood visage is crowned with a stylized version of the adinkra symbol sankofa, traditionally... read more$124.99Artist: Kwasi George
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Back to Africa
Sterling silver dangle earrings
Back to Africa, Sterling silver dangle earrings
Length: 2.3" x 1.1" W
Joycelyn Sena Zigah
Superimposed on a map of Africa is a beloved adinkra symbol. These West African symbols communicate sayings and concepts through images. "The Sankofa depicts a bird that turns to look over its... read more$207.99Artist: Joycelyn Sena Zigah
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Eco Sankofa
Recycled Plastic Beaded Wood Mask Hand Mirror from Ghana
Eco Sankofa, Recycled Plastic Beaded Wood Mask Hand Mirror from Ghana
Baba Jamal
Hand-carved from sese wood in the shape of an African mask, this hand mirror will add a cultural touch to your bathroom or vanity. Baba Jamal designs this mirror, decorated on the outside with... read more$59.99Artist: Baba Jamal
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Gye Nyame and Sankofa
African Kente Cloth Wall Collage
Gye Nyame and Sankofa, African Kente Cloth Wall Collage
Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
Traditional Adinkra symbols of Ghana inspire this captivating painting by Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah. The upper image represents sankofa, meaning "go back to your roots," a message conveyed... read more$117.99Artist: Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah
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Sankofa
Adinkra Symbol Cotton Batik Wall Hanging
Sankofa, Adinkra Symbol Cotton Batik Wall Hanging
Gladys Ayorkor Ayi
West African adinkra symbols typically represent common idioms or wisdom. This one-of-a-kind cotton wall hanging features sankofa, an adinkra symbol of a bird grabbing an egg off its back. It... read more$109.99Artist: Gladys Ayorkor Ayi
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Past and Present Unity
Brown and Black African Style Accent Table with Bird Motif
Past and Present Unity, Brown and Black African Style Accent Table with Bird Motif
Joseph Boateng
Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng crafts a unique accent table rich with West African symbolism. Hand-carved from native sese wood, the pedestal of the table features three figures holding hand in a... read more$284.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
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Grateful Bird
Bird-Themed Colorful African Wood Mask from Ghana
Grateful Bird, Bird-Themed Colorful African Wood Mask from Ghana
Ibrahim Seyeed
Designed by Ghanaian artisan Ibrahim Seyeed, this African mask makes a striking addition to any home. At the forehead, the image of a bird reaches down to retrieve an egg, representing the Adinkra... read more$189.99Artist: Ibrahim Seyeed
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Back to My Roots
Hand Carved Black Sese Wood Wall Mask with Bird from Ghana
Back to My Roots, Hand Carved Black Sese Wood Wall Mask with Bird from Ghana
Winfred Ansah Okoampah
A magnificent piece of decor, this wall mask is designed by Winfred Ansah Okoampah of Ghana. Engraved aluminum plates add detail to the black sese wood face. Hand-carved onto the top of the mask is... read more$189.99Artist: Winfred Ansah Okoampah
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Sankofa Anoma
Oware table game
Sankofa Anoma, Oware table game
Kofi Tall Agudoawu
Full of traditional meaning, this oware table set is made of white ofram wood. Patiently carved by Kofi 'Tall' Agudoawu, it is finished with linseed oil and wax. The game board is complemented with... read more$109.99Artist: Kofi Tall Agudoawu
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Look Back
African Adinkra Theme Hand Carved Walking Stick
Look Back, African Adinkra Theme Hand Carved Walking Stick
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires this beautiful walking stick by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image. This is understood as "go back to your... read more$99.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
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Verdant Sankofa
Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana
Verdant Sankofa, Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana
Rapheal L. Commey
Against a verdant green forehead, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa decorates this African mask. Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey offers this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of... read more$79.99Artist: Rapheal L. Commey
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Look Back
African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Look Back, African Decorative Wood Plate and Stand
Kobina Asmah
Working in native sese wood, Kobina Asmah depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. This elegant decorative plate features the sankofa image, created with... read more$89.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
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Sankofa
Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Sankofa, Handmade Wood Djembe Drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The outlines of a cross and an arched bird holding an egg in its beak, represent Sankofa, and Adinkra symbol suggesting that the values of the past need to be revived in the present. Djembe drums... read more$339.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
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Return
Ebony and Bamboo Handcrafted Necklace from Ghana
Return, Ebony and Bamboo Handcrafted Necklace from Ghana
Length: 27.5"
Ali Mohammed
A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires this necklace by Ali Mohammed. Carved by hand, the ebony wood pendant features the Sankofa image. This is understood as "go back to your... read more$49.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
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Adinkra Symbols II
African Threadwork Wall Art
Adinkra Symbols II, African Threadwork Wall Art
Ernestina Oppong Asante
Ernestina Oppong Asante shares the wisdom of the legendary Adinkra symbols with this colorful threadwork composition. She reveals the presence of three women, with two holding symbols as she applies... read more$99.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
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Sankofa Duo
Hand-Carved Cedarwood Adinkra Accent Table from Ghana
Sankofa Duo, Hand-Carved Cedarwood Adinkra Accent Table from Ghana
Raphat Asigbey
The Adinkra symbol sankofa, meaning "go back and get it," is hand-carved of cedarwood into the two legs of this Ghanaian accent table. Raphat Asigbey designs the table, diligently realizing... read more$297.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
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Revival
Wood mini-djembe drum
Revival, Wood mini-djembe drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
The Sankofa Anoma symbol graces this beautiful mini-djembe by Ernestina Oppong Asante. An Adinkra symbol communicating popular wisdom, it directs Africans to the roots and strengths of their... read more$99.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
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