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Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture, "Ashanti Mother"

Name: Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture, 'Ashanti Mother'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 184187
Price: 94.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.70 (10 reviews)

Product ID: 184187

by Winfred Korley (10)

The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere, for the doll is believed to foster... more

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The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere, for the doll is believed to foster conception, preferably a daughter. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand carved sese wood doll. Dressed in beads and kente cloth, she carries her baby on her back.

0.43 kgs
0.9 lbs

46 cm H x 16 cm W x 7 cm D
18" H x 6.25" W x 2.8" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood, cotton/rayon blend attire, stone beads
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 184187

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Winfred Korley

West Africa

Hand-carved wood sculptures

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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Dec 22, 2022

“Wondrtful table”

This is a very nicely constructed well thought out table. The workmanship is great and it comes well packaged.

Purchased Item African Sweethearts, Wood accent table

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Linda

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Nov 07, 2019

“Table from Africa”

I love this table, it was so easy to put together and it very nicely made and the red color is really bright and the black contrast is stunning. I am so glad I purchased it , thank you.

to stand alone as a showpiece or put something on top

Purchased Item Africa, Hand Carved Circular Wood Accent Table from Ghana

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Ivragene

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Oct 05, 2019

“Visions, Culture, History”

Beautiful piece of functional art. It is displayed in my entry hall, with African artifacts I have collected over the years, and never fails to elicit comments from people entering my home. I love that it doesnt really look too new, so it fits in with the theme of older items. Too, the size is perfect.

Purchased Item Ga Moon, Hand Made Circle Shaped Wood Wall Mirror from West Africa

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Microcredit Financing

Winfred Korley has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $200. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, his raw material, to increase production.

Preserving Traditions

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

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Meet the Artist

Winfred Korley Hand-carved wood sculptures

"I developed the art of carving at a young age."

"I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. "I developed the art of carving at a young... read more