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Handcrafted Wood Sculpture, "Lobi Pillow"

Name: Handcrafted Wood Sculpture, 'Lobi Pillow'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 193284
Price: 79.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (132 reviews)

Product ID: 193284

by Salihu Ibrahim (132)

Shaped like a diminutive throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned... more

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Shaped like a diminutive throne ottoman, this handsome sculpture represents the Lobi people of Northern Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim works in seasoned African sese wood, adding white colorations with the application of clay. "Such curved stools are used as pillows," the artisan explains.

0.58 kgs
1.3 lbs

9 cm H x 22 cm W x 16 cm D
3.5" H x 8.75" W x 6.25" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
For decorative use only
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 193284

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

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Mayra

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Apr 17, 2021

“so pretty”

Im amazed how beautiful this lobi pillow is....the craftsmanship is exceptional, looks so beautiful in my display cabinet in top of books. I recomend it...beautiful

wood dark decor

Purchased Item Lobi Pillow, Handcrafted Wood Sculpture

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WillieMae

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May 17, 2025

“TIGARI PSYCHIC”

IT TOOK ME WEEKS TO PLAN, AS IT RESIDES IN MY APARTMENT, CURRENTLY! AS IM SURE, THAT THE OWNER OF THIS STATUE AND ALL HIS STATUES ARE BLESSED WITH THE SPIRIT OF INVESTING INTO HIS PRODUCTS! AND OTHERS WILL PURCHASE THEIR OWN.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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WillieMae

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May 17, 2025

“SPIRIT OF DARKNESS”

UNFORTUNATELY I DIDNT CHOSE THE EXPRESS ROUTE, HOWEVER THE PIECE IS AMAZING AND LEAVES YOU IN AWH! I FELT LIKE I CHILD IN A CANDY STORE, STILL DO! AS MORE PURCHASES ARE NEEDED!

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Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

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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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Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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