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Hand Carved African Wood Sculpture, "Joy of Motherhood"

Name: Hand Carved African Wood Sculpture, 'Joy of Motherhood'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 212440
Price: 87.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.87 (31 reviews)

Product ID: 212440

by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo (31)

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo designs a beautiful sculpture filled with traditional meaning. Finely carved from sese wood, the graceful image depicts a mother... more

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Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo designs a beautiful sculpture filled with traditional meaning. Finely carved from sese wood, the graceful image depicts a mother and child. The woman wears a skirt with the textures of embossed aluminum. "It is believed that these dolls inspire hope in the beauty and good health of both mother and baby," the Ghanaian designer explains. "Such images are given to pregnant women of the Anlo people by a tribal midwife. She names the sculpture Evidada, which means "joy of motherhood" in the Anlo-Ewe language.

0.62 kgs
1.4 lbs

45 cm H x 14 cm W x 6.5 cm D
17.75" H x 5.5" W x 2.6" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood and aluminum
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 212440

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Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo

West Africa

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GARY

Verified Reviewer

Jan 29, 2025

“Breathtaking Work of Art”

I am extremely happy with this work of art. As I write Im looking at it on my wall. For sometime Ive been looking for an African mask and it was a blessing to come across Novica and see the work of talented people

Purchased Item Royal Identification, Handmade African Wood Mask

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Ingebjørg

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Aug 27, 2024

“Evocative artwork in beautiful colors”

This gorgeous hand-carved piece is a real showstopper in my guest room! The colors are so tastefully chosen and really bring to mind some amazing nature experiences.

Purchased Item Natural Unity, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Art Featuring Wildlife from Ghana

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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Feb 05, 2023

“Nice statue”

Very well executed statue.

Purchased Item Old Couple, Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana

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Microcredit Financing

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $900 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in a purchase of wood, metal plates and paints 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.

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Meet the Artist

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo African masks

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"My masks are unique because I use my knowledge in design with each one."

"My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. "I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo... read more