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Artisan Carved Sese Wood Lion Sculpture with Rustic Finish, "Gyata"

Product ID: 274623

Keeping watch over his pride, this lion figurine is poised to defend against any harm that may come his way. Hand carved by artist Gordon Adu, the... more

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Keeping watch over his pride, this lion figurine is poised to defend against any harm that may come his way. Hand carved by artist Gordon Adu, the gyata, which translates to "lion" in the Akan language, shows himself as the great protector. Crafted from wood and local clay, the artist tints the sculpture and adds teeth constructed from recycled plastic to make clear this magnificent animal's reign as king of the jungle.

  • 0.43 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • 15 cm H x 22.5 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 6" H x 8.75" W x 3.1" D

  • Sese wood, clay, recycled plastic
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Rustic, rugged finish
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 274623
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Gordon Adu
Gordon Adu

West Africa

Hand-carved wood art

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Robin

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Jun 02, 2023

ROOOOAR!”

THIS PIECE OF WOOD HAS A HEFT AND WEIGHT TO IT, THE CARVING IS SPECTACULAR! IT IS A POWERFUL LION! I HAVE PUT HIM NEAR AN ALBRIJE GIRAFFE WHO IS TRYING TO EAT MY MOTHERS HYDRANGEAS IN A DEER VASE. TRUST ME, ITS SUCH A GREAT SETTING. THIS IS MASCULINE ENOUGH TO GIVE TO A GUY. i AM VERY PLEASED WITH MY LEO. ;)

Purchased Item Gyata, Artisan Carved Sese Wood Lion Sculpture with Rustic Finish

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Laurie

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Aug 18, 2023

Craftsmanship”

Craftsmanship

Purchased Item Giraffe Musing, Hand Carved West African Giraffe Sese Wood Statuette

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Simon

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Oct 14, 2022

Impressive Sculpture”

This Maroon Lion sculpture is even more impressive in reality than the photo; I was delighted with my purchase! The colours are really vibrant with intricate carvings, and it has a substantial and weighty feel to the piece. I highly recommend this artist.

Purchased Item Maroon Lion, Sese Wood Lion Sculpture in Maroon from Ghana

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Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Gordon's eldest child is in trade school, one is in high school and two are in primary school. When Gordon was a child, he was unable to attend school due to his family's financial situation. He took small, untrained jobs here and there, and was never fulfilled by them. His mother suggested he travel to see his brother where he was taught the craft of carving. Through hard work and perseverance, Gordon became a very talented carver and made a promise to himself that he would do everything to support his children's education so they would not have to go through the same experiences.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Gordon was at one point uneducated and had no trade skills. After his brother taught him the craft of carving, he was able to turn his life around and make a living to support himself and his family. He feels extremely blessed and has since then empowered others to make a living from carving. Gordon has since been able to train several others who were in a situation similar to his, uneducated and unskilled. While he was training them, he even bought their meals because he knew this experience would help them. Since then, his assistants have started their own workshops and are able to provide for themselves. Gordon and his brother started a chain of transformation in their community that will have a lasting impact.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Gordon's income from NOVICA goes straight to necessities including utility bills, groceries for his family and his children's education. Increased income would allow him to continue to pay for his children's education as they start getting to the age of trade school and can train others so they can making a dignified living, too.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Gordon has four children - Agnes Adu, Gloria Adu, Blessing Duoduwaa, and Abigail Boaduwaa. He cares for and loves each of them deeply, vowing to ensure they will have a better life than he did.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Gordon Adu has received 7 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $300. Proceeds were used to buy supplies for his craft business.

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