african art (22 items)
Gye Nyame
Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol African Threadwork Art
Gye Nyame, Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol African Threadwork Art
Ernestina Oppong Asante
This handcrafted work of threadwork art from Ernestina Oppong Asante features the adinkra symbol gye nyame, which symbolizes the omnipotence and immortality of God. Adinkra symbols are visual symbols... read more$59.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Nourishment
Hand Crafted African Wood Wall Art of Spoon and Fork (Pair)
Nourishment, Hand Crafted African Wood Wall Art of Spoon and Fork (Pair)
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
A spoon and fork seem to sprout from leaves of green in these wood wall adornments from Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. The decorative pair is hand-carved from native sese wood and painted in brick red... read more$49.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Aboa Kese
Hand-Carved Elephant-Themed Sese Wood Wall Art
Aboa Kese, Hand-Carved Elephant-Themed Sese Wood Wall Art
Ransford Bediako
Strength and power are two of the main characteristics associated with Africa's giant, the elephant. Paying homage to Ghana's tradition and Mother Nature, artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this... read more$84.99Artist: Ransford Bediako
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
Business as Usual
Batik art
Business as Usual, Batik art
Samuel Ashong
"In Ghana we continue to have traditional ways of doing business, which are very effective and mainly done by women. They carry their wares on their heads, trays of fruits and foods, which they... read more$174.99Artist: Samuel Ashong
Loom
Cotton kente scarf
Loom, Cotton kente scarf
Deborah Osei Boakye
Woven by hand, traditional West African kente cloth becomes a colorful scarf. Deborah Osei Boakye continues her grandfather's craft with this design. Each strip of kente cloth requires considerable... read more$59.99Artist: Deborah Osei Boakye
Our Traditions
African wood mask
Our Traditions, African wood mask
Godfred France
Hand carved textures and rich colors distinguish a mask of opulent beauty. By Godfred France, it combines African sese wood in green, yellow, red and black for an original design with Ghanaian... read more$67.99Artist: Godfred France
Palace Drummer
Handmade Abstract African Drummer Wall Sculpture
Palace Drummer, Handmade Abstract African Drummer Wall Sculpture
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Carved and painted by hand, this wood wall sculpture from Ghana's Robert Aidoo Taylor features a man playing a dondo drum. The dondo drum, also known as the "talking drum," can be played in... read more$74.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Spiraling Jade
Handmade Mexico Huichol Star Theme Green Beadwork Nierika
Spiraling Jade, Handmade Mexico Huichol Star Theme Green Beadwork Nierika
Kupihaute
Centered by a six-sided star, this radiant nierika, or votive beadwork composition, takes the shape of a flower with five wide petals. Cool green permeates the design by Kupihuate in bold contrast to... read more$199.99Artist: Kupihaute
Konsuo
Hand Carved and Painted African Wood Wall Panel
Konsuo, Hand Carved and Painted African Wood Wall Panel
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
This original wall sculpture from Ghana's Robert Aidoo Taylor conveys the old Akan aphorism Konsuo na bo ahina, which means "It is the one who fetches water that breaks the pot". Depicting a... read more$69.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Palace Horn Blower
Colorful Wood Wall Sculpture of African Horn Blower
Palace Horn Blower, Colorful Wood Wall Sculpture of African Horn Blower
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo Taylor creates a beautiful piece of wall art from native mansonia wood. The sculpture, which depicts a man blowing a large horn, is carved and painted by hand. The Dagomba peoples of... read more$77.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Xylophone Musician
Original African Wood Wall Accent of Man Playing Xylophone
Xylophone Musician, Original African Wood Wall Accent of Man Playing Xylophone
Musah Abdallah
A man intently plays a xylophone in this vivid original wall decor by West African artisan Musah Abdallah. The plaque is hand-carved from sese wood and painted in bright eye-catching colors. Brass and... read more$74.99Artist: Musah Abdallah
North and South
Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana
North and South, Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana
Henry Acquah
Henry Acquah's mask design features a brown and yellow-painted face embellished with aluminum plating, along with two long wooden extensions above and below the main part of the mask. Made from local... read more$149.99Artist: Henry Acquah
Yargoje
Handcrafted Yellow and Green African Mask of Queen Yargoje
Yargoje, Handcrafted Yellow and Green African Mask of Queen Yargoje
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Powerful women shaped the history and culture of the African world through their legendary feats. Muses of Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor, these strong leaders inspire a series of wondrous... read more$19.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Idia
Handcrafted Green and Blue African Mask of Queen Idia
Idia, Handcrafted Green and Blue African Mask of Queen Idia
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Powerful women shaped the history and culture of the African world through their legendary feats. Muses of Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor, these strong leaders inspire a series of wonderful... read more$19.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Melokuhle
Vibrant Hand-Painted African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana
Melokuhle, Vibrant Hand-Painted African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Putting his expertise and creativity to work, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts this African mask from sese wood, adding traditional details for a classic look. The artwork comes in a... read more$74.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Green Meditations
Handcrafted Green Cotton Wall Hanging of African Mask
Green Meditations, Handcrafted Green Cotton Wall Hanging of African Mask
K. Baka
Ghanaian artist K. Baka handcrafts a stunning cotton wall hanging, drawing inspiration from the traditional masks of his culture. Using a palette of black and green tones, the artisan creates each... read more$64.99Artist: K. Baka
Queen Ahebi Ugbabe
Hand-Painted Green and Black Queen Ahebi Ugbabe African Mask
Queen Ahebi Ugbabe, Hand-Painted Green and Black Queen Ahebi Ugbabe African Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Diverse queens in African history have left valuable lessons that today inspire the citizens of this strong continent. Inspired by these memorable women, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor works... read more$19.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Green Silence
Cotton Wall Hanging of African Mask in a Cool Palette
Green Silence, Cotton Wall Hanging of African Mask in a Cool Palette
K. Baka
Ghana's K. Baka creates a wondrous design, finding inspiration in his culture and heritage. After choosing a cool color scheme, the artist paints a traditional African mask on a cotton wall hanging... read more$59.99Artist: K. Baka
The Foursome
Signed Batik Painting of Market Women from Ghana
The Foursome, Signed Batik Painting of Market Women from Ghana
Samuel Ashong
Ghanaian artist Samuel Ashong celebrates Africa's rich market culture. He uses the batik method, diligently applying a wax resist to cotton calico before dyeing it to depict a group of women in green.... read more$179.99Artist: Samuel Ashong
Queen's Love
Set of 2 Handwoven Green and Blue Raffia Wall Accents
Queen's Love, Set of 2 Handwoven Green and Blue Raffia Wall Accents
Robert Ayine Anaba
The charming Ghanaian tradition is present in this set of two raffia wall accents, handcrafted by Robert Ayine Anaba. One in an oval shape and the other in a heart formation, both artworks captivate... read more$64.99Artist: Robert Ayine Anaba
Senyo
Green and Orange Printed Cotton Fabric Dangle Earrings
Senyo, Green and Orange Printed Cotton Fabric Dangle Earrings
Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator
Green and orange hues invite you to live and wear the vibrant style of classic African textiles. Designer Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator works with a talented team to create these fabric dangle earrings... read more$23.99Artist: Lydia Mawuenya Amedzrator