African wood carving, 'Red Sankofa'

African wood carving, 'Spotted Sankofa'

Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards taking an egg off its back. The word sankofain the Twi dialect of Ghana means to... ... more

Handmade Black Sankofa African wood carving (Ghana) - 44 x 24 x 12

I was born at Nsawam in Southern Ghana on February 16. I am very sociable and love making friends. My story all began at a tender age when my parents had to move to Nigeria to seek greener pastures and be able to take care of us. ... more

Novica Handmade Verdant Sankofa African Wood Mask

Against a verdant green forehead, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa decorates this African mask. Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey offers this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood. ... more

World Menagerie Izabelle Sankofa Bird Wood Sculpture Wood/Metal in Black/Brown/Red | 14.5 H x 8.8 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 232282

Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the Twi dialect of Ghana means to... ... more

Bungalow Rose Sankofa Bird Wood 2 Piece Figurine Set Wood in Brown/Gray | 8 H x 5 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair A8C12289156C4DAEAF54990452E38A4D

Working in native sese wood, this artisan creates a pair of birds as sculptures. One holds a golden egg while both turn to look behind them. An Ashanti icon, the birds depict a traditional adinkra symbol known as the sankofa. This is understood as "go... ... more

World Menagerie Edalene Ashanti Sankofa Bird Wood Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 14.3 H x 9 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 205866

Working in native wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the Sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as "go back... ... more

Black Sankofa,'Fair Trade Wood Sculpture of Sankofa Bird from Ghana'

Artisan Ali Ibrahim of Ghana carves a sculpture that represents a traditional West African adinkra symbol and proverb. A bird is depicted with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the Twi dialect of Ghana means to... ... more

Colorful Sankofa,'Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures'

Inspired by the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, which means "return and get it," this pair of sculptures is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, depicting two birds that stretch their necks to reach over their backs. One bird has an egg in its mouth and the... ... more

Supporting Sankofa,'Cedar Wood Sankofa Accent Table from Ghana'

Supporting the top of an accent table, the Adinkra symbol Sankofa is hand-carved of cedar wood. Taking the form of a bird picking an egg up off its back, Sankofa translates to "go back and get it," signifying the importance of learning from the past.... ... more

Secret Lotus,'Suar Wood Handcrafted Decorative Box with Lotus Carving'

Wayan Rendah from Bali crafts and carves by hand this decorative suar wood box. Perfect for holding your precious keepsakes, the box is decorated with an enigmatic lotus flower carved on the top lid and accented by minimalist leaf patterns carved on... ... more

Sankofa Beat,'Artisan Crafted African Adinkra Theme Djembe Drum (20 Inch)'

Sankofa, a traditional West African adinkra symbol, adorns the base of a traditional djembe drum. It depicts a bird with its head turned backwards, taking an egg off its back. The word sankofa in the Twi language of Ghana means to "reach back and take... ... more

Red Plumage,'Handmade Cedar Wood and Natural Fiber Bird Figurine in Red'

Natural fibers and sturdy cedar wood pieces are the principal elements of a charming figurine crafted in Colombia by Angelica Chiles. After hand-carving the bird-themed design, the artisan embellishes her artwork using a traditional technique that... ... more

Nsruma Sophistication,'Four Sese Wood Star Ornaments in Black Red and White'

Four nsruma, or Akan star ornaments are handcrafted from Ghanaian sese wood, bringing sophistication to your tree. Emmanuel Nyadedzor designs the ornaments, carving two of them with the image of faces. The ornaments are hand-painted in colors of red,... ... more

Crimson Crested Woodpecker,'Hand Carved Red Crested Woodpecker Bird Wood Pencil Holder'

A large and beautiful bird, the crimson crested woodpecker has a bright red head and characteristic white lines that begin at the throat and shoulders to end in a V on his black back. Expertly carving balsa wood, Maria Guillermina Rivera depicts the... ... more

Red Summer Tanager,'Hand Carved Summer Tanager Bird Balsa Wood Pencil Holder'

Perched on a post, a summer tanager flaunts vivid red feathers. The migratory bird spends winters from southern Mexico to Peru. Expertly carving balsa wood, Maria Guillermina Rivera depicts the lovely bird often seen in Costa Rica's gardens, parks and... ... more

Ghanaian Sankofa Birds,'Ghanaian Sankofa Bird Wood Sculptures (Pair)'

Working in native sese wood, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates a pair of birds as sculptures. One holds a golden egg while both turn to look behind them. An Ashanti icon, the birds depict a traditional adinkra symbol known as the sankofa. This is understood... ... more

Wood figurine, 'African Pillow Throne' - African Wood Sculpture

Shaped like a diminutive African throne ottoman this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned sese wood adding white colorations with the application of powdered clay. Such curved stools... ... more

Dushanbe Dames,'Set of Two Blue and Red Wood Figurines of Traditional Girls'

Dushanbe, the jewel of Tajikistan, shows its traditional facet with a sublime creation by Kodir Egamov. As an expert in woodworking techniques, the artisan uses pine and birch wood to hand-carve this set of two figurines, portraying two girls... ... more

Handmade Ashanti Sankofa Bird Sese Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 14.25" H x 9" W x 3.9" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Working in sese wood, Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti adinkra symbol from Ghana known as sankofa, which encourages to learn from the past. ... more

Chicken Reflection,'Pair of African Wood Chicken Masks in Red and Brown'

Two banana-shaped African masks are hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood. Designed by Alexander Mac-Bruce, each mask is finished with colors of red, brown, and black. They are accented on the cheeks and foreheads with embossed aluminum plate that depicts... ... more

Wood sculpture, 'Sankofa Bird Message'

Working in native sese wood Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand it features the sankofa image enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as go... ... more

Wood sculpture, 'Ashanti Sankofa Bird'

Working in native sese wood Ali Ibrahim depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand it features the sankofa image enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as go... ... more

African Warrior,'Handcrafted African Wood Warrior Mask on Stand'

Proud and brave, this African mask stands on a wooden base. Rita Addo Zakour creates a design of her own, carved by hand of native sese wood. "This is my concept of a warrior," the Ghanaian artisan says. ... more

Wood accent table, 'African Ram's Horn' - African Wood Accent Table

By George Obeng this handsome accent table conveys the beauty of West African tradition. The circular table is crafted of native sese wood with wave motifs carved into the black borders. The brown base depicts a ram's horn known as Dwennimen in the Twi... ... more

World Menagerie Allessio Sankofa Bird Message Sese Wood Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 19 H x 7.8 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair 205870

Working in native sese wood, Allessio depicts an Ashanti icon. A traditional adinkra symbol from Ghana inspires him. Carved by hand, it features the sankofa image, enhanced with the textures of embossed aluminum and copper. This is understood as "go... ... more

Dakota Fields 2 Piece Colorful Sankofa Wood Figurine Set Wood in Black/Brown/Green | 7.25 H x 3.7 W x 2 D in | Wayfair

Inspired by the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, which means "return and get it," this pair of sculptures is hand-carved of Ghanaian wood, depicting two birds that stretch their necks to reach over their backs. One bird has an egg in its mouth and the other has... ... more

'Hand-Painted Red Traditional Wood Figurine of Tajik Merchant'

In Central Asia, trade held a position of high honor thanks to the prosperity of its merchants who shipped their wares worldwide. In this exquisite figurine, Tajik artisan Kodir Egamov skillfully portrays a street seller in a cart drawn by a donkey.... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® African Queen w/ Tradtional Golden Necklace II On Wood Print Wood in Brown/Red/Yellow | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® African Queen w/ Tradtional Golden Necklace II On Wood Print Wood in Brown/Red/Yellow | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Everly Quinn Tribal African Woman III - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood in Brown/Red | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Beautiful Retro African American Model III - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood Metal in Black/Brown | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Beautiful Retro African American Model IV - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood Metal in Brown/Indigo/Pink | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Tribal African Woman V - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood in Black/Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Tribal African Woman V - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood in Black/Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Tribal African Woman V - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood Metal in Black/Brown | 40 H x 30 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Everly Quinn Tribal African Woman III - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood in Brown/Red | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more

Red Barrel Studio® Beautiful Retro African American Model III - African American Woman Print on Natural Pine Wood Metal in Black/Brown | Wayfair

Alas, a modern take on wood wall art. Once typically a wall art piece found only in rustic or farmhouse style decor settings, this fashion, people wood wall art will easily fit into even the most contemporary of designs. Using the highest quality 6... ... more