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Ghanaian Tribesman Bust Sculpture Hand Carved Wood, "Dekapui"

Product ID: 239789

Rita Addo Zakour refers to this handsome fella as a dekapui or "gentleman" in the language of the Ewe people. The sese wood sculpture is... more

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Rita Addo Zakour refers to this handsome fella as a dekapui or "gentleman" in the language of the Ewe people. The sese wood sculpture is carved by hand portraying the young man with a long neck looking sideways. His black headdress features blue accents and his sleeveless top is adorned with traditional patterns. The handcrafted sculpture is finished with painted accents and white clay.

  • 1.47 kgs
  • 3.2 lbs
  • 53 cm H x 17 cm W x 10.5 cm D
  • 20.75" H x 6.75" W x 4.1" D

  • Sese wood
  • Eco-Friendly: carved from natural and sustainable wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 239789
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Rita Addo Zakour
Rita Addo Zakour

West Africa

Wood carvings and beaded jewelry

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Felisha

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Nov 20, 2024

Beautiful craftsmanship”

Beautiful mask, craftsmanship is excellent

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From Vishwa

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Oct 03, 2024

Favorite bracelet”

Very pretty

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Devorah

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Sep 28, 2024

A lovely mask”

This is just as pictured and a perfect size.

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Enabling Education

Rita has three children. Two of them are currently in the university and one studies in a vocational school.

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Microcredit Financing

Rita Addo Zakour has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $2050. Proceeds were used to purchase raw materials such as wood and paints.

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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