inspirational sculptures (49 items)
Elavanyo
African Fertility Doll Sculpture Hand Carved Wood
Elavanyo, African Fertility Doll Sculpture Hand Carved Wood
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
"These dolls have been around since time in memorial. They help you have realistic expectations for yourself," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of... read more$107.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Inspirational Message
Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture
Inspirational Message, Hand Crafted Wood Sculpture
Francis Agbete
Seated with folded hands, an abstract person folds hands in prayer. Ghana's Francis Agbete explores the concept of spirituality with this elegant sculpture. He works in finely polished in African sese... read more$109.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Twin Spirits
Set of 2 Handcrafted Sese Wood Beaded Sculptures from Ghana
Twin Spirits, Set of 2 Handcrafted Sese Wood Beaded Sculptures from Ghana
Anna Yawson
Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson takes inspiration from her culture to create an exquisite set of two sculptures honoring the region's traditions and customs. After hand-carving the female and male... read more$189.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Wonderful Lovers
Hand Carved Romantic Wood Sculpture
Wonderful Lovers, Hand Carved Romantic Wood Sculpture
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo finds inspiration in the art and customs of the Hiaga clan of southern Ghana. Her modern design replicates the Hia or "Wonderful" lovers sculpture. Couples have this... read more$139.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Ashanti Poise
Handcrafted Sese Wood Ashanti Sculpture from Ghana
Ashanti Poise, Handcrafted Sese Wood Ashanti Sculpture from Ghana
Christian Kwesi Tawiah
Full of poise, this Ghanaian sculpture is hand-carved of sese wood and given an antiqued finish. Christian Kwesi Tawiah creates the sculpture to depict a woman. He draws inspiration from the Ashanti... read more$107.99Artist: Christian Kwesi Tawiah
Spoon Lady
Wood and Aluminum Wall Sculpture of a Woman with a Spoon
Spoon Lady, Wood and Aluminum Wall Sculpture of a Woman with a Spoon
Emmanuel Opoku Asante
An African woman holds a decorative spoon in this wall sculpture from Ghana, carved by hand of local sese wood and accented with embossed aluminum. Emmanuel Opoku Asante draws inspiration from the... read more$97.99Artist: Emmanuel Opoku Asante
Detugbi
Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Detugbi, Ewe Tribe Woman African Wood Sculpture with Aluminum
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
"African women are beautiful," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her inspiration. She creates the elegant design of this sculpture, which she names "Detugbi," meaning "Lady"... read more$129.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Ancestor's Amulet
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Mask Key Chain from Ghana
Ancestor's Amulet, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Mask Key Chain from Ghana
Eliasu Adams
Eliasu Adams takes inspiration from his culture to create a charming key chain full of Ghana's essence. After hand-carving an ebony wood mask, the artisan embellishes his creation with blue recycled... read more$19.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
Queen's Amulet
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Comb Key Chain from Ghana
Queen's Amulet, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Comb Key Chain from Ghana
Eliasu Adams
Eliasu Adams draws inspiration from his culture to create a gorgeous key chain full of Ghana's spirit. After hand-carving a traditional ebony wood comb, the artisan embellishes his creation with... read more$19.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
African Woman with Pot
Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Woman with Pot
African Woman with Pot, Hand-Carved Wood Sculpture of African Woman with Pot
Anna Yawson
Ghana's Anna Yawson draws inspiration from the strong women of her country for her wood sculptures that always depict them in traditional attire and busy at work. This captivating sculpture of a woman... read more$159.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Odopa
Romantic African Sculpture Hand Carved Wood
Odopa, Romantic African Sculpture Hand Carved Wood
Victoria Agyepomaa
"Love is a beautiful thing," says Victoria Agyepomaa as she shares her inspiration for the romantic design of this sculpture. Hand-carved of sese wood, it features a couple engaged in a... read more$79.99Artist: Victoria Agyepomaa
Homeland Amulet
Handcrafted Ebony Wood Africa Key Chain from Ghana
Homeland Amulet, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Africa Key Chain from Ghana
Eliasu Adams
Ghanaian artisan Eliasu Adams finds inspiration in his culture to create a marvelous key chain full of pride and tradition. After hand-carving an ebony wood charm in the shape of Africa, the artisan... read more$19.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
Face of History
Fiberglass and Striped Cotton Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Face of History, Fiberglass and Striped Cotton Wall Sculpture from Ghana
Jonathan Amartey
Drawing inspiration from African history, Ghanaian artist Jonathan Amartey creates this striking wall sculpture. Made of fiberglass given a textured, rustic finish, the face of an African royal is... read more$807.99Artist: Jonathan Amartey
Money Guardian
Handcrafted Leather Face Coin Purse from Ghana
Money Guardian, Handcrafted Leather Face Coin Purse from Ghana
Musah Abdallah
Crafted by hand of leather in the shape of a stoic face, this striking coin purse keeps your money and small items safe. Ghana's Musah Abdallah draws inspiration from his history in carving, designing... read more$37.99Artist: Musah Abdallah
Fante Fertility Doll I
Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture
Fante Fertility Doll I, Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture
Winfred Korley
Winfred Korley finds inspiration in the customs and beliefs of Ghana's Fante people for the design of this antiqued fertility doll. Expertly carved by hand from sese wood, the sculpture features white... read more$69.99Artist: Winfred Korley
Welcome Drum
Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana
Welcome Drum, Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana
Joseph Boateng
After visiting festivals in the northern region of Ghana, artisan Joseph Boateng found creative inspiration in the customs he observed. One such tradition was the presence of Atinga drummers, who... read more$109.99Artist: Joseph Boateng
Speckled Spirit
Handcrafted Traditional African Wood Mask with Speckles
Speckled Spirit, Handcrafted Traditional African Wood Mask with Speckles
Philip Dankwa
Heir of the ancient Ghanaian culture, artisan Philip Dankwa handcrafts a marvelous African mask drawing inspiration from the region's old tales and traditional works. The artisan begins by carving a... read more$67.99Artist: Philip Dankwa
Sahara Camel
Handmade Wood Bookends (Pair)
Sahara Camel, Handmade Wood Bookends (Pair)
Francis Agbete
Masterfully carving African ofram wood, Francis Agbete elicits realistic portraits of Saharan camels. "I found inspiration in their tough nature and ability to withstand harsh conditions,"... read more$149.99Artist: Francis Agbete
Songye Man
Hand-Carved Songye Man African Sese Wood Wall Mask
Songye Man, Hand-Carved Songye Man African Sese Wood Wall Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim skillfully carves an exquisite African mask. The face is crafted from sese wood and depicts a male figure. The artist takes inspiration from the Songye people, who are... read more$159.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Gallant Bird
Traditional Bird African Wood Mask in Brown and Black Tones
Gallant Bird, Traditional Bird African Wood Mask in Brown and Black Tones
Akoma of West Africa
African mythology relates birds to fertility and prosperity. Drawing inspiration from this ancient symbolism, Ghanaian artisans hand-carve a traditional African mask in brown and black tones. The top... read more$79.99Artist: Akoma of West Africa
Culture Elephant I
Hand-Painted Multicolor Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Culture Elephant I, Hand-Painted Multicolor Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Anna Yawson
Often associated with luck and memory, elephants are peaceful creatures worshipped in many cultures around the world. Today, these adorable giants are the inspiration for Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson... read more$19.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Culture Elephant II
Hand-Painted Iris and Black Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Culture Elephant II, Hand-Painted Iris and Black Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Anna Yawson
Often associated with luck and divinity, elephants are gentle creatures worshipped in many cultures around the world. Today, these cute giants are the inspiration for Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson, who... read more$19.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Culture Elephant III
Hand-Painted Red and Yellow Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Culture Elephant III, Hand-Painted Red and Yellow Elephant Sese Wood Figurine
Anna Yawson
Often associated with luck and nobility, elephants are peaceful creatures worshipped in many cultures around the world. Today, these adorable giants are the inspiration for Ghanaian artisan Anna... read more$19.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Baluba Man
Hand Made Black Wood Wall Mask Congo from West Africa
Baluba Man, Hand Made Black Wood Wall Mask Congo from West Africa
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
The Baluba people are grassland and forest-dwelling hunters who make up the largest ethnic group in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and are also known for their traditional masks. Emmanuel... read more$154.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Watcher
Black Leather Cell Phone Shoulder Bag with a Face from Ghana
Watcher, Black Leather Cell Phone Shoulder Bag with a Face from Ghana
Musah Abdallah
This striking, creative cell phone shoulder bag is crafted by hand of leather to feature a stoic face that keeps your technology safe. Ghana's Musah Abdallah draws inspiration from his history in... read more$79.99Artist: Musah Abdallah
Console Me
Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask
Console Me, Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask
Raphat Asigbey
Using love as his inspiration, Raphat Asigbey in Ghana designs a distinct mask with primary colors. Artisans in Ghana carry out Raphat's design by hand carving local sese wood and covering the cheeks... read more$109.99Artist: Raphat Asigbey
Green Dan
Dan-Style African Wood Mask in Green from Ghana
Green Dan, Dan-Style African Wood Mask in Green from Ghana
Salihu Ibrahim
Featuring round, open eyes and pouting lips, this mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim. He draws inspiration from traditional Dan tribal masks, hand-carving this mask from a single piece... read more$49.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Akan Fish
Handcrafted Fish Theme African Mask
Akan Fish, Handcrafted Fish Theme African Mask
Wilson Aboagye
Tall and imposing, this slender mask depicts a face with a pointed chin. Yet its inspiration is clearly from the sea. Carving sese wood by hand, Wilson Aboagye adds rich textures with applications... read more$87.99Artist: Wilson Aboagye
Comb Majesty
Hand-Carved Sese Wood African Mask and Comb Wall Art
Comb Majesty, Hand-Carved Sese Wood African Mask and Comb Wall Art
Samuel Okyere
Ghanaian designer Samuel Okyere combines the traditional symbols of the comb and the mask to create this stunning wall sculpture. The artist draws inspiration from traditional combs that were crafted... read more$177.99Artist: Samuel Okyere
Solemn Hunter
Hand-Carved Antiqued Sese Wood Wall Mask from West Africa
Solemn Hunter, Hand-Carved Antiqued Sese Wood Wall Mask from West Africa
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
The Fang people, also known as Fãn or Pahouin, are a Central African ethnic group found in Equatorial Guinea, Northern Gabon, and Southern Cameroon. Finding inspiration in the masks worn by the Fang... read more$149.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Natural Peace
Eco-Friendly Dried Gourd Sculpture from Ghana
Natural Peace, Eco-Friendly Dried Gourd Sculpture from Ghana
Eliasu Adams
"My inspiration for this piece mainly comes from my roots and my pride in Africa. The calabash and the world have a spherical shape and it means home. The world is the only home for mankind and... read more$189.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
Global Peace
World Peace Sculpture in Sese Wood from Ghanaian Artist
Global Peace, World Peace Sculpture in Sese Wood from Ghanaian Artist
Christopher Nyasafo
"This is my impression of achieving world peace; namely the combination of Dialogue, Inclusivity and Unity. Dialogue happens when two or more people take part in a conversation or discussion to... read more$269.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Lobi Tradition
Ghanaian Handmade African Sese Wood Tribal Mask
Lobi Tradition, Ghanaian Handmade African Sese Wood Tribal Mask
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
For his work, Emmanuel Austin Ankude of Ghana says he gets his, "...inspirations from God almighty, nature and my loving family. I design and craft my products at the same time." His design... read more$154.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Life Is How You Make It
Hand Painted Decorative Onyina Wood Bamboo Car from Ghana
Life Is How You Make It, Hand Painted Decorative Onyina Wood Bamboo Car from Ghana
Ernest Kwesi Eshun
Ghana's Ernest Kwesi Eshun celebrates transportation history with this vintage styled decorative car. The car itself is built from onyina wood and bamboo, while the interior is lined with silk cloth.... read more$299.99Artist: Ernest Kwesi Eshun
Save Our Wildlife
Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture of a Traditional Wild Cat
Save Our Wildlife, Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture of a Traditional Wild Cat
Kobina Asmah
"This sculpture was inspired by my visit to an African reserve, which reinforced my love for wildlife and the need to preserve it from extinction. The sculpture is to sensitize us as humans to... read more$159.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Pusiga Dogon Board
Mahogany Wall Relief Panel Carved and Painted by Hand
Pusiga Dogon Board, Mahogany Wall Relief Panel Carved and Painted by Hand
Ayoma Alhassan
Ghanaian artisan Ayoma Alhassan's breathtaking wall relief panel draws inspiration from his country's Pusiga district. His exceptional talent for hand-carving mahogany is on full display in this panel... read more$374.99Artist: Ayoma Alhassan
Ama
Semi-Abstract Female Form Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Ama, Semi-Abstract Female Form Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana
Ransford Bediako
Titled after the traditional name given to a woman born on Saturday, Ama—Ransford Bediako's newest sculpture—explores the mystic side of femininity from a semi-abstract perspective. Crafted in Ghana... read more$109.99Artist: Ransford Bediako
A Gift of Fish
Handcrafted Abstract Sese Wood and Ceramic Sculpture of Fish
A Gift of Fish, Handcrafted Abstract Sese Wood and Ceramic Sculpture of Fish
Kobina Asmah
"May your pot be plentiful with fish," states an old African saying, wishing prosperity and abundance to others. Inspired by these powerful words that make the world sweeter, Ghanaian... read more$67.99Artist: Kobina Asmah
Beloved Ghana
Handcrafted Polished Ebony Wood Sculpture of Ghana's Map
Beloved Ghana, Handcrafted Polished Ebony Wood Sculpture of Ghana's Map
Anna Yawson
Ghana, the ancient land of the Akan people, brings to the world a new vision of life and art with its stunning landscapes and cultural wealth. Proud of this prosperous country, also known as a golden... read more$29.99Artist: Anna Yawson
Akofena Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Akofena Adinkra
Akofena Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Akofena 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
Checkered Secret
Handcrafted Sese Wood and Coconut Shell Sculpture with Base
Checkered Secret, Handcrafted Sese Wood and Coconut Shell Sculpture with Base
Robert Lanyo
Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo works with sese wood to create an exquisite sculpture that combines tradition and modernity. The main piece is a checkered egg in a palette of brown hues, which can also... read more$189.99Artist: Robert Lanyo
Hye Won Hye Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Hye Won Hye Adinkra
Hye Won Hye Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Hye Won Hye 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
Dwennimmen Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Dwennimmen Adinkra
Dwennimmen Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Dwennimmen 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
Nteasee Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Nteasee Adinkra
Nteasee Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Nteasee 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$59.99Artist: Eliasu Adams
Gye Nyame Altar
Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Gye Nyame Adinkra
Gye Nyame Altar, Dried Calabash Gourd Statuette with Gye Nyame 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
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
Thinking Mask
Hand Carved African Wood Thinking Mask from Ghana
Thinking Mask, Hand Carved African Wood Thinking Mask from Ghana
Frank Odei Amoani
A figure, hands to head, sits deep in contemplation on the forehead of this hand-carved mask. The mask's eyes rest narrowly open, calmly lost in thought, and the mouth also has a small open slit.... read more$119.99Artist: Frank Odei Amoani