symbolic sculpture (6 items)
Kalaho Peace Bird
World Peace Project African Peace Sculpture
Kalaho Peace Bird, World Peace Project African Peace Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Much respected by the Senufo from northern Cote d'Ivoire, the graceful kalaho stands as a symbol of peace and good fortune if he is seen, for these shy birds avoid humans. Salihu Ibrahim carves the... read more$469.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Four Faces
Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Four Faces, Artisan Crafted Wood Throne Ottoman
Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Nana Frimpong describes this piece as a family throne, the four faces carved on the pedestal symbolizing love and unity. Representing the designs of the Ashanti royalty of Ghana, the carving is hewn... read more$209.99Artist: Chief Carver Nana Frimpong
Gye Nyame and Egyptian Woman
Wood djembe drum
Gye Nyame and Egyptian Woman, Wood djembe drum
Ernestina Oppong Asante
Imposing, this djembe drum by Ernestina Oppong possesses the power of ancient rhythms as two traditional Adinkra (Ghanaian symbols) are skillfully elaborated on a wooden base. Like a rotating blade... read more$369.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Osubum
Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Osubum, Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Eric Darko
Osubum is a very popular festival celebrated in the eastern part of Ghana. This mask is one of the many pieces donned by celebrants during the festival. Eric Darko carefully adorns the head with a... read more$204.99Artist: Eric Darko
Two Face Kanaga Dragon
Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Two Face Kanaga Dragon, Hand Carved Wood Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
Facing in both directions, a fierce dragon derives from Dogon religious customs. Salihu Ibrahim replicates a Kanaga mask. Mali's Dogon custom dictates that only the village blacksmith can craft the... read more$419.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
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$319.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante