Hand Carved Wood Bookends (Pair), "Happy Camels"

Product ID: 202364

"If camels can survive under tough desert conditions, then we humans should not lose hope during hard times," encourages Ghanaian artisan... more

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"If camels can survive under tough desert conditions, then we humans should not lose hope during hard times," encourages Ghanaian artisan Francis Agbete. He carves the ofram wood bookends by hand with admirable mastery.

  • 1.09 kgs
  • 2.4 lbs
  • Each: 20 cm H x 31 cm W x 14 cm D
  • Each: 7.75" H x 12.25" W x 5.5" D
  • Ofram wood
  • Wood grain and color can vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
  • Product ID: 202364

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JAVIER

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Nov 04, 2024

“Precioso!”

Es un Nacimiento muy bonito! Una artesanía muy trabajaba. Llegó pronto y es tal cual aparece en las fotos y en la descripción. Muy contento! Gracias.

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Virginia

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May 18, 2024

“Perfect!”

Just received, and was delighted at the quality of workmanship and beautiful finish. Artist is congratulated on his skill.

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Jenn

From Palos Heights, IL

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Oct 09, 2023

“Awesome bass player”

Beautiful sculpture

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Microcredit Financing

Francis Agbete has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1050. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of ebony wood, leather, brass, polish and sandpaper to increase production.

Preserving Traditions

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

Job Creator

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

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Moving On Up

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

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"I have always helped my father when he's needed me, so coming to assist my father at the workshop at this time of my educational career was not a new job for me."

"My name is Francis Agbete and I come from a family of traditional wood carvers. I was born December 28, 1976 in a suburb of Accra. I attended... read more
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