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Novica Handmade Rearing Stallion Wood Statuette

Revered in many countries for their close working relationship with humans, the mighty stallion is hand carved by West African artisan Gordon Adu and represented in a reared legs power pose. more

Novica Handmade Springtime Wood Sculpture

The West African artist Emmanuel Opoku Asante carves this rustic sculpture from sese wood using local tools. The sculpture is then dried for two weeks, sandpapered to a smooth finish, and hand painted. more

Novica Handmade Dramatic Wood Bongo Drum

Enjoy the feel of a West African beat as you play this bold-looking bongo drum. Presented by Ghanaian artisan Mary Charity Owusu, the bongo is hand-carved out of tweneboa wood and covered with a goatskin head. more

Novica Handmade Akofena Wood Wall Mirror

West African artisan Winfred Korley handcrafts this impressive mirror using local sese wood for the frame. Meaning "sword of war," this rectangular mirror is named after the adinkra symbol known as akofena, which appears at the top. more

Novica Handmade Nuptials Ceramic And Wood Retablo

Painted and crafted by hand from ceramic, MDF and faux leather hinges, this colorful retablo depicts a traditional Andean wedding scene with a touch of humor as the cake features a groom figurine trying to escape from his angry wife. more

Novica Handmade Mansa Woman Wood Fertility Doll

A woman stands with arms outstretched, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility doll represents an African tradition, often given to women who are hoping to conceive. more

Novica Handmade Resting Hippo Ebony Wood Sculpture

A swarthy hippo rests upon its haunches in this singular sculpture from West Africa's Sylvanus A. Agbolo. Crafted from rich ebony wood, the sculpture features wonderful details: sensitively carved facial features, rippling skin, and adorable tiny ears. more

Novica Handmade Long Face Ceramic Decorative Vase

Two long, serene faces greet you on this unique double-sided vase designed by West African artisan Samuel Lovi. The artisan hand crafts the vase from ceramic, adding decorative patterns at the top. He then paints the vase in earth-toned brown and cream. more

Novica Handmade Sister Sister Cotton Wall Hanging

Give your apartment a makeover with this bright wall hanging designed by West Africa's K. Baka. Crafted from 100% cotton, the hanging features two figures painted in black and white. Three large loops at the top make hanging this piece a breeze. more

Novica Handmade Unity Decorative Ceramic Vase

This stunning decorative vase from West Africa's Samuel Lovi is a real conversation starter. Hand crafted from ceramic, the cylindrical vase features a Siamese crocodile motif on each side. more

Novica Handmade Eternal Love Wood And Recycled Glass Bead Ornaments (Set Of 4)

Celebrate the love of the holiday season with four heart-shaped mask ornaments designed by West Africa's Anna Yawson. Crafted from local sese wood, the ornaments are decorated in recycled glass beads in four distinct, shimmering colors. more

Father Christmas,'Wood Santa Claus Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 3)'

Designed and crafted by Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo Taylor, this set of three ornaments will add a cultural touch to your tree this holiday season. Each ornament is hand-carved of ofram wood in the shape of an African mask, painted red, white, and... more

Wood sculpture, 'Call to Unity' - Unique Abstract Wood Sculpture

Lifting a horn the musician seems to become one with his instrument. Throughout West Africa the horn is used to call members of a community together. Designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo the image is carved by hand and polished to a sheen. West African... more

Wood accent table, 'Parent and Child'

Carved by hand a parent bends down to lovingly grasp their child's hands. The sculpture forms the base for this circular accent table. Kennedy K. Aseidu works in native sese wood adding traditional West African design motifs etched and painted by hand.... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Ashanti Mother' - Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture

The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere for the doll is believed to foster conception preferably a daughter. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand... more

Thunderous Panther,'Ghanaian Artisan Handcarved Ebony Wood Panther Sculpture'

A reclining panther snarls a warning, baring fierce, sharp canines in this exquisite animal portrait. Sylvanus A. Agbolo creates this exquisite depiction in his hand-carved sculpture. Using rich, dense ebony wood, the West African artisan utilizes... more

'Strength and Humility' - Unique Wood Accent Table from Africa

By George Obeng this handsome rustic accent table conveys the beauty of West African tradition. The table is crafted of native sese wood with wave motifs carved into the borders of its circular top. Three pillars form the base; they depict a ram's horn... more

Picasso II,'Decorative Ceramic Vase from Ghana'

This intriguing vase with a rustic finish will stand out on any shelf or table in your home. Crafted from ceramic by West African artisan Samuel Lovi, the vase is painted in brown with blue. Please note this vase is strictly decorative and not intended... more

Mother and Child,'Black and Green Batik Wall Hanging of Mother and Child'

A West African woman goes about her daily chores with her infant on her back in this original wall hanging from Gladys Ayorkor Ayi. The dark green and black cotton wall hanging is crafted using traditional batik methods, where a wax resist is used to... more

Sese Wood 'Call to Unity' Sculpture (Ghana)

Portrayed in a sculpture, a Ghanaian musician lifts up his horn to call members of a community together. Designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, the sculpture is carved by hand and polished to a sheen featuring West African motifs on the base. more

Wall mirror, 'Antique Textures'

Brass inlay depicts diamonds and circles in a beautiful design by Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour. Crafted by hand this vintage-style wall mirror emulates a prized heirloom. Strips of embossed aluminum add rich textures that contrast with sleek African sese... more