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Hand Carved Mahogany Wood and Bone Sculpture, "Decoy Duck"

Product ID: 391945

A darling duck makes an amiable companion in this lovely little statuette designed by West Africa's Gelson Avorwlanu. The artisan hand carves the duck... more

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A darling duck makes an amiable companion in this lovely little statuette designed by West Africa's Gelson Avorwlanu. The artisan hand carves the duck from rich mahogany wood and ivory-colored bone in a stylized manner, while a square mahogany wood platform acts as a supporting base for the sculpture.

  • 0.67 kgs
  • 1.5 lbs
  • 6.25" H x 5" W x 6.75" D
  • 6.25" H x 5" W x 6.75" D

  • Mahogany wood, bone
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Natural bone or horn--color and pattern will vary
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 391945
Gelson Avorwlanu
Gelson Avorwlanu

West Africa

Hand-carved wood sculptures

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Mouse's World Travels...

From Jacksonville, Florida

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Jun 04, 2025

“Wonderful piece...”

Sits proudly in charge of my animal collection.

Purchased Item Majestic Hippo, Hand Made Wood Hippopotamus Sculpture from Ghana

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Jessica

From Houston/Tx/USA

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Oct 15, 2021

“A new family friend”

This is delightful and so well done.

Lives on the mantle This was a gift for Husband Occasion: Christmas
Purchased Item Soulful Hippo, Mahogany Wood Hippo Sculpture from Ghana

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Liwei

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Jul 17, 2020

“Ebony sculpture wild pig”

beautiful work. well made.

Purchased Item Wild Pig, Handcrafted Ebony Wood Pig Sculpture from Ghana

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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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Gelson Avorwlanu has received 3 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $150 and the most recent for $200.

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This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

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Gelson Avorwlanu Hand-carved wood sculptures

"I am a quiet, jovial person and I was raised in a family of carvers. I learned my skills from my father and grandfather who were both master woodcarvers."

Update (November, 2019)“I have been part of this success storey now for 6 years. NOVICA has improved my creative skills. The way I design has to a... read more

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