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Product ID: 332425
Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo designs this thoughtful addition to your home decor. Resting his chin on his hands, a man contemplates life, hand-carved of ebony wood with rich hues of light and dark brown. The man's midriff is carved away, giving the sculpture an artistic flair.
You can find our ebony wood sculpture 'Thoughtful Man' by Robert Lanyo in categories such as Thought and Meditation Sculpture and Wood Sculpture. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Enabling Education
This artist is currently supporting and providing for the education of their children, grandchildren, or children in their community, whether it be at the primary, secondary, or university level.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Microcredit Financing
Robert Lanyo has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $400.
Job Creator
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Covering Basic Needs
This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Caring for Children
This artist supports children under the age of 18.
"I come from a family that works in arts and crafts. I appreciate the skills of people who carved and I wanted to learn the craft."
"I am Robert Lanyo, a wood carver born in the Volta region of Ghana in 1978. My friends say I am hardworking, very determined and creative.... read more