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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$27.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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
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$147.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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$147.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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$69.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Tracing Roots
Hand Carved Wood Walking Stick Featuring Bird Motif Handle
Tracing Roots, Hand Carved Wood Walking Stick Featuring Bird Motif Handle
Eva Asantewa Amakye
This ornate walking stick features an extremely versatile handle that pairs comfort with a beautifully carved bird motif. Ghanaian artist Eva Asantewa Amakye carves the walking stick from sese wood... read more$99.99Artist: Eva Asantewa Amakye
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
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$89.99Artist: Eva Asantewa Amakye
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$47.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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$147.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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$129.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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$99.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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$129.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds
Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Ghanaian Sankofa Birds, Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Working in native sese wood, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates a pair of birds as sculptures. One holds a golden egg while both turn to look behind them. An Ashanti icon, the birds depict a traditional... read more$99.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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$159.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
Sankofa Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Sankofa Bird Adinkra
Sankofa Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Sankofa Bird Adinkra
Eliasu Adams
The ancient Ghanaian sages transmitted their knowledge and spiritual guidance through mystic symbols known by the region's people as Adinkra. Artist Eliasu Adams tells us more about each of these... read more$69.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
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
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
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$39.99Artist: Theophilus Sackey
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$109.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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$99.99Artist: Samuel Lovi
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
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$169.99Artist: Ali Ibrahim
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$79.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
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
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$39.99Artist: K. Baka
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$269.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
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$89.99Artist: Victor Ayambire
Sankofa Pattern
Sankofa-Themed African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask
Sankofa Pattern, Sankofa-Themed African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask
Paul Ababisa
Depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg off of its back, Sankofa is a traditional Adinkra symbol that signifies the importance of learning from the past. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates... read more$27.99Artist: Paul Ababisa
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$37.99Artist: Malik Jabir Dodoo
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$297.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
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
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$23.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
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$269.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
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$179.99Artist: Ibrahim Seyeed
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$67.99Artist: Rapheal L. Commey
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$279.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Adinkra Bird
Sese Wood and Aluminum Adinkra Wall Mask Carved in Ghana
Adinkra Bird, Sese Wood and Aluminum Adinkra Wall Mask Carved in Ghana
Theophilus Sackey
Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this stunning mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the attractive design, before... read more$79.99Artist: Theophilus Sackey
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