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Sese Wood Female Form Sculpture Crafted in Ghana, "Somuyie"

Product ID: 374344

By Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako, this sculpture depicts a woman in a kneeling position as she balances a large bowl atop her head. The artist... more

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By Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako, this sculpture depicts a woman in a kneeling position as she balances a large bowl atop her head. The artist hand-carves this feminine sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, which is then treated with a polished black finish. It is named Somuyie, which means "hold me well" in the Akan language.

  • 0.55 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 13.5" H x 4.3" W x 4.3" D
  • 13.5" H x 4.3" W x 4.3" D

  • Sese wood
  • 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: 374344
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Ellen

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Jul 23, 2023

“Wonderful Piece!”

This Bediako mask is a great piece! The workmanship is excellent. I loved it as soon as I opened the package and love it even more hanging on my wall. Thank you, Ransford Bediako! I will think of you often when I see your piece in my home.

Purchased Item Colorful Nyansafo, Colorful African Wood Wall Mask Crafted in Ghana

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Dewight

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Jun 08, 2019

“Beautiful walking stick”

Beautiful walking stick; however, it needs to be an inch or two taller.

Purchased Item Man of Thought, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Walking Stick from Ghana

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Sese Wood Female Form Sculpture Crafted in Ghana By Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako, this sculpture depicts a woman in a kneeling position as she balances a large bowl atop her head. The artist hand-carves this feminine sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, which is then treated with a polished black finish. It is named Somuyie, which means "hold me well" in the Akan language. Wood sculpture Somuyie
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