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Handcrafted Wood Sculpture, "Lobi Pillow"

Product ID: 193284

Shaped like a diminutive throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned... more

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Shaped like a diminutive throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned African sese wood, adding white colorations with the application of clay. "Such curved stools are used as pillows," the artisan explains.

  • 0.58 kgs
  • 1.3 lbs
  • 9 cm H x 22 cm W x 16 cm D
  • 3.5" H x 8.75" W x 6.25" D

  • Sese wood
  • For decorative use only
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 193284
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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Mayra

From 29461

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Apr 17, 2021

so pretty”

Im amazed how beautiful this lobi pillow is....the craftsmanship is exceptional, looks so beautiful in my display cabinet in top of books. I recomend it...beautiful

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Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

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Nov 02, 2024

A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

Good quality”

Excellent work!

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

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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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