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Hand Carved Ebony Wood Hippo Sculpture, "Resting Hippo"

Product ID: 385413

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... more

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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.

  • 3.15 kgs
  • 6.9 lbs
  • 17 cm H x 16 cm W x 35 cm D
  • 6.75" H x 6.25" W x 13.75" D

  • Ebony 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: 385413
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Sylvanus A. Agbolo
Sylvanus A. Agbolo

West Africa

Hand-carved wood sculptures

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Karin M

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Feb 16, 2024

“Perfect gift for a musician”

Beautifully made. The recipient, a musician, just loves it.

Purchased Item Musical Clef, Ghanaian Artisan Handcarved Ebony Wood Music Clef Sculpture

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Jennifer Fierro-Hart

From California

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Aug 11, 2022

“Exquisite!”

I absolutely love this sculpture. I cant thank you enough. I purchased this for my son. He loves it.

Purchased Item Cat Guardian, Hand Carved Ebony Wood Cat Sculpture from Ghana

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Annette

From Huntsville, AL

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Oct 11, 2019

“Perfect for a musical event”

Beautiful work of art. The description states that there is variation in the wood; the clef we received was two-tone tan and brown with a half-circle two-tone in base in the same colors. It will make a wonderful centerpiece for our sons college senior recital reception.

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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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Sylvanus A. Agbolo Hand-carved wood sculptures

"When I was young, I loved to draw and came up with interesting sketches. I became interested in carving when I saw how images could be carved out of ordinary wood."

"I am wood carver. My name is Sylvanus Agbolo and I was born in Togo to a Togolese mother and Ghanaian father. My family is full of artisans —... read more

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