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Hand Carved Sese Wood and Brass Sculpture from Ghana, "Dwenewoho Statue II"

Name: Hand Carved Sese Wood and Brass Sculpture from Ghana, 'Dwenewoho Statue II'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 194133
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.83 (271 reviews)

Product ID: 194133

by Rita Addo Zakour (271)

From Ghanaian artisan Rita Addo Zakour comes this captivating sculpture of a human figure standing in a thoughtful pose. The sculpture is hand-carved... more

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From Ghanaian artisan Rita Addo Zakour comes this captivating sculpture of a human figure standing in a thoughtful pose. The sculpture is hand-carved out of sese wood, painted black, and embellished with a kite-shaped brass plate on the figure's abdomen. The artisan names the sculpture Dwenewoho, which means "think about yourself" in the Akan language.

0.62 kgs
1.4 lbs

62 cm H x 11 cm W x 8 cm D
24.5" H x 4.3" W x 3.2" D

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Sese wood, brass
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Clean with a soft, dry cloth
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 194133

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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

Purchased Item A Peace Blessing, Embossed Brass and Hand Carved Wood African Mask

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From Vishwa

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Oct 03, 2024

“Favorite bracelet”

Very pretty

Purchased Item Festival, Handmade Wide Beaded Colorful Wood Stretch Bracelet

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Devorah

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Sep 28, 2024

“A lovely mask”

This is just as pictured and a perfect size.

wall art

Purchased Item Enigmatic Gaze, Dark Brown African Mask with Brass and Aluminum on Wood

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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.

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.

Preserving Traditions

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

Covering Basic Needs

This artist striving to supporting their own or their family's basic needs and improve their livelihood.

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Rita Addo Zakour Wood carvings and beaded jewelry

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"I do my designing with African concepts in mind."

Latest Update"Since I began working with you, I've become a proud artisan. You have helped me grow and improve my designs and their quality. My... read more