carved ornaments

The jungle's great sage parades for artisan Ashish Mehta, inspiring him to create this haldu wood elephant sculpture of regal allure. Carved with meticulous talent, the elephant showcases a series of intricate Jali ornaments that allow a stunning look—enriched by the wood's polished finish and natural color.

Simbisa means “to strengthen” and “to empower” in the African Shona language. It is also the name that Ghana’s Ayoma Alhassan selected for this exceptional relief panel carved by hand in mahogany and decorated with faces he accentuates with a mixture of charcoal and glue and then paints by hand. This unique wall art is a tribute to the traditional Dogon boards of Mali that were used to adorn the entrances of homes, embellishing them with intricate depictions of human and animal figures to ward off evil spirits and safeguard the household.

Elegantly carved from sese wood, the Sankofa symbol lends its fluid grace to this throne ottoman. Kwasi Asante creates a delightful design filled with significance. A Ghanaian adinkra symbol, the Sankofa bird reaches into the past and returns with values and assets that can be used to build the future.

Hand-carved from sese wood, a female form is the pedestal of this accent table from Ghana. Raphat Asigbey designs the table, inspired by the Ga people of Africa. Traditional waist beads of recycled glass decorate the table, which features a top with rings of blue, brown, and beige. A rustic finish accentuates this striking addition to your home.

Wayan Rendah's skillfully crafted sculpture depicts Dewi Sri, the Indonesian rice goddess of fertility who is seen as the equivalent of Indian goddess Lakshmi. The Balinese artisan hand carves the kneeling goddess from hibiscus wood with a beautiful natural grain that shines through a light polish.