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African Wood Sculpture, "Boat of Eight"

Name: African Wood Sculpture, 'Boat of Eight'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 202357
Price: 157.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.68 (66 reviews)

Product ID: 202357

by Francis Agbete (66)

Francis Agbete carves this sculpture with admirable artistry, each figurine vividly depicted. "This is a unique boat and it really describes to... more

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Francis Agbete carves this sculpture with admirable artistry, each figurine vividly depicted. "This is a unique boat and it really describes to the world the lifestyle of our men along water bodies," explains the Ghanaian artisan. Working with sese and kapok woods, he includes two oarsmen and two men in the middle playing the legendary oware game. The rest of the passengers have their eyes set forward, eagerly awaiting arrival at their destination.

0.28 kgs
0.6 lbs

10 cm H x 49 cm W x 8.5 cm D
3.9" H x 19.25" W x 3.3" D

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US/Imperial

Kapok and sese wood
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 202357

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Francis Agbete

West Africa

Wood masks and leather desk sets

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Kate

From Va. Beach, Va.

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Jul 31, 2018

“This is a lovely piece.”

The details such as hats and other clothing is amazing. I love this piece and proudly display it in the living room where it evokes positive comments from friends and family. Thank you so much for this cherished piece.

Beautiful charming. Displaying with other art pieces

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Strollinwitu

From Hollis Queens, New York City

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May 11, 2018

“Poor packaging”

Item arrived damaged. Figurines were toppled and broken .

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

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This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Meet the Artist

Francis Agbete Wood masks and leather desk sets

(66)

"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."

Latest Update“Since I joined Novica in 2003, I have succeeded in gaining international recognition. Before, I only sold within my country and... read more