Handmade Fante Fertility Doll I Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 42 x 12 x 10

Fante Fertility Doll I,'Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture'

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 beaded earrings and necklace. "The fetish priest... ... more

Red Passion,'Heart Motif Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture in Red'

Adding an air of passion to any space, this sculpture is hand-carved from sese wood in the traditional style of fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe of Africa. Ghana's Raphat Asigbey designs this sculpture, which depicts the bust of a woman with a... ... more

Handmade Dipo Ritual Wood fertility doll (Ghana) - 48 x 18 x 10

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. ... more

17 Stories Handmade Beloved Ghana Ebony Wood Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 5.25 H x 3.1 W x 2.6 D in | Wayfair E26C46189EBE4A64BC390BD005DF869A

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 land, artisan Anna Yawson pays homage to her beloved... ... more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Comforter Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 11.75 H x 4.7 W x 1.6 D in | Wayfair

Beautifully feminine, an akuaba fertility doll symbolizes the force of tradition. In Ghana, such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Nana Frimpong carves the lovely doll that also represents beauty and wisdom. |... ... more

World Menagerie Holmesfield Fante Fertility Twins Wood Sculpture Wood in Brown | 7.8 H x 3 W x 2 D in | Wayfair 202132

In the Fante culture, the fetish priest gives these fertility dolls male and female to married couples who desire twins, explains Winfred Korley. "The tribal mark on both cheeks is meant to protect them from evil. It is believed that carrying these... ... more

Juniper + Ivory 12 In. x 10 In. Contemporary Sculpture Brown Teak Wood Abstract - Juniper + Ivory 75569

Juniper + Ivory 12 In. x 10 In. Contemporary Sculpture Brown Teak Wood Abstract - Juniper + Ivory 75569 With its stunning natural features, this sculpture is great to display on any accent table, mantel, or countertop in a natural-inspired entryway,... ... more

Handmade Mother Abena Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 46 x 13 x 10

I am Victoria, a caring and an honest person who specializes in handcrafted arts. I live in the eastern region of Ghana where there is a vast land and each person is allowed to cultivate it. ... more

Novica Handmade Fante Fertility Doll Iv African Wood Sculpture

This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a Fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. ... more

Handmade Thinking Mother Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 10.5" H x 7.75" W x 3.1" D

Sitting, she cradles her baby in one hand, her face in the other. Her thoughtful mood transpires through this extraordinary sculpture. Victoria Agyepomaa combines modern art with tradition in celebration of motherhood. ... more

Handmade Twins Wood Fertility Dolls, Set of 2 (Ghana) - 7" H x 3.5" W x 1.8" D

Subtle color distinguishes these beautiful fertility dolls. Nana Frimpong depicts a pair of twins. In Ghana, such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. ... more

Handmade Ashanti Donkor Wood Fertility Doll (Ghana) - 13.5" H x 6" W x 2.4" D

Standing with open arms, this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face shows scarifications known as donkor, and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. By Winfred Korley, the image boasts beaded jewelry. ... more

Handmade Giraffe I Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 34 x 15 x 10

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more

Handmade Owl Messenger Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 23 x 12 x 10

The skill to design is inborn. I can create sketches of styles for fabric before sending them to the seamstress and I'm also particular about details on every dress sewn for me. I was born on December 10 in Accra, the capital of Ghana. ... more

Handmade Ashanti Friendship Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 32 x 12 x 10

Nana Frimpong is the chief carver for the king of the Ashanti. Frimpong's artistry has been featured on BBC's The World program, and in periodicals including Business Week, The Christian Science Monitor, and The Washington Post. ... more

Handmade Dan King Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 19.25" H x 6" W x 3.1" D

Featuring a mask-like head atop an upper torso, this sculpture from Ghana depicts a kingly figure, with multicolored motifs painted by hand on its surface. ... more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Elavanyo' Fertility Doll Sculpture (Ghana) - 24" H x 6.5" W x 2.8" D

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo creates this fertility doll sculpture, which she names 'Elavanyo,' meaning 'it shall be well with you' in the Ewe a dialect of Ghana. The sculpture is hand-carved, featuring outspread hands and an embossed aluminum headdress. ... more

Handmade Akuaba Of The Ashanti I Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 18" H x 6" W x 3.1" D

Abdulai Osman Adam reinterprets tradition with his extraordinary version of the legendary Akuaba, the fertility doll of the Ashanti people. ... more

Handmade New Mother Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 82 x 16 x 10

My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, born in Accra on September 12, 1965. I have two sisters and a brother. ... more

Handmade Chiefs Machete of Love and Justice Wood wall sculpture (Ghana) - 53 x 16 x 10

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. ... more

Handmade Baga Protective Serpent I Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 30" H x 6.25" W x 3.9" D

Salihu Ibrahim in Ghana carves an impressive replica of Bansonyi, the Baga serpent. The figure is generally worn as a headdress in a ritual dance that evokes the serpent's protective spirit over young men that are coming of age. ... more

Handmade Giraffe Family (small) Teakwood sculpture (Ghana) - 34 x 17 x 16

My name is Francis Agbete and I come from a family of traditional wood carvers. I was born December 28, 1976 in a suburb of Accra. ... more

Bungalow Rose Elyzza Fante Fertility Doll III Figurine Wood in Brown | 19.5 H x 7 W x 3.5 D in | Wayfair C31AD5C9666A4BD49CAB71A243DE5AFA

This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. The Ghanaian artisan carves the female figure by hand from sese... ... more

Handmade Ahokeka Ebony Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.75" H x 3.9" W x 2.8" D

She steadies herself with one hand on her back while the other balances a basket full of fruit on her head. Her belly swells with new life. Dressed in a flowery sarong, she remains ahokeka, or "active" in the Akan language. ... more

Handmade Drum Player Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.25" H x 5" W x 3.9" D

Hand-carved of sese wood, this Ghanaian sculpture depicts an African drummer. Chief Carver Nana Frimpong creates the sculpture, capturing every little detail with finesse. ... more

Handmade Sankofa Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.5" H x 7" W x 3.9" D

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 "go back and get it." ... more

Handmade Giraffe Harmony (small) Teakwood sculpture (Ghana) - 25 x 13 x 10

My name is Francis Agbete and I come from a family of traditional wood carvers. I was born December 28, 1976 in a suburb of Accra. ... more

Handmade Ahoufe Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 49 x 15 x 11

Update (November, 2019) "I joined NOVICA 10 years ago through a friend. I have seen a massive change in the way I work. The way I design and handle my works now is very different; especially with measurements. ... more

Handmade Giraffe II Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 34 x 13 x 9

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more

Novica Handmade Obaa Yaa Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture

Bring a touch of African culture to your home with this traditional fertility doll from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this sculpture by hand, depicting the form of a woman. Dolls like these are often given to women who hope to have a child. ... more

Handmade Chiefs Machete of Tradition Wood wall sculpture (Ghana) - 16.5" H x 4.7" W x 2.4" D

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. ... more

Handmade Joy of Motherhood Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 50 x 16 x 11

My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, born in Accra on September 12, 1965. I have two sisters and a brother. ... more

Handmade Watchful Owl Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 51 x 18 x 13

I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person. I specialize in antiqued and shining art. ... more

Handmade Family Reunion African wood wall sculpture (Ghana) - 30.5" H x 3.1" W x 0.2" D

Update (July, 2019) "In 2009, I joined NOVICA. I am a jewelry artisan. "A lot has changed since I joined this wonderful institution. I joined as a bracelet maker, but the kind of guidance I had from NOVICA helped me to widen my imagination. ... more

Handmade Ahiavivi African wood sculpture (Ghana) - 49 x 17 x 11

My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, born in Accra on September 12, 1965. I have two sisters and a brother. ... more

Handmade Noahs Ark (15 pieces) Teak sculptures (Ghana) - 41 x 19 x 12

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more

Handmade Mother Chimp Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 19 x 12 x 9

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. ... more