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Artisan Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana, "Nimba Ceremony"

Name: Artisan Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana, 'Nimba Ceremony'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 284753
Price: 255.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.67 (18 reviews)

Product ID: 284753

by Raphat Asigbey (18)

Bringing a touch of African culture to any home, this fertility doll is hand-carved by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey, depicting a mohawk-like... more

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Bringing a touch of African culture to any home, this fertility doll is hand-carved by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey, depicting a mohawk-like headdress atop a long neck. For the Nimba people of Guinea, fertility dolls and headdresses are part of a rich cultural tradition. This sculpture depicts a piece that would be draped over the shoulders, worn by dancers during agricultural ceremonies.

1.39 kgs
3.1 lbs

47.5 cm H x 18 cm W x 15 cm D
18.75" H x 7" W x 6" D

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Cedar wood
Features an aged antique finish
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 284753

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Raphat Asigbey

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks, sculptures and decor accents

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Virginia

From Escondido, California

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Jun 24, 2023

“Perfect!”

Delightful table, beautifully made, and very effective.

Side table

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Enitan

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Nov 09, 2022

“Disappointed”

I was so looking forward to adding this mask to my collection of masks but was disappointed to find that it was not carved out to create a hollow back like my other masks. This is a solid piece which makes it heavier than necessary. I am wary to hang this on the wall along with my other masks given the weight so I will have to lay it down on the table as a conversation piece. I also wish the paint less skimpy.

Table piece

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Mike

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Oct 22, 2022

“Unique”

Nice Very different & unique

Purchased Item Golden Goat, Gold-Tone African Wood Goat Mask from Ghana

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Raphat Asigbey has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $400.

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Meet the Artist

Raphat Asigbey Hand-carved African masks, sculptures and decor accents

(18)

"My favourite pieces are the Ashanti stools, or throne ottomans, which I craft with my own designs."

"My name is Raphat Asigbey and I am a woodcarver. I was born in the Volta region of Ghana in 1981. My friends describe me as respectful, calm and... read more