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Handmade Sese Wood and Glass Bead Sculpture, "Reading Scripture"

Name: Handmade Sese Wood and Glass Bead Sculpture, 'Reading Scripture'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 392866
Price: 84.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.69 (13 reviews)

Product ID: 392866

by Theophilus Anum (13)

An absorbed reader sits with scripture spread across his lap in this thought-provoking sculpture from West Africa's Theophilus Anum. The artisan hand... more

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An absorbed reader sits with scripture spread across his lap in this thought-provoking sculpture from West Africa's Theophilus Anum. The artisan hand carves the sculpture from local sese wood before embellishing the book with bright yellow recycled glass beads.

0.41 kgs
0.9 lbs

9" H x 4.3" W x 3.5" D
9" H x 4.3" W x 3.5" D

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Sese wood, recycled glass beads
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Recycled materials may vary slightly in color and/or pattern
Promotes recycling and reduces waste
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 392866

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Theophilus Anum

West Africa

Hand-carved wood art

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Brenda in Wyoming

From Cheyenne, Wyoming

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Mar 16, 2022

“The perfect compliment to my reading sanctuary.”

I love it. Hes prominently resting/reading in my library room.

He's poised in my library, near the fireplace

Purchased Item Thoughtful Reader, Sese Wood Sculpture of a Reading Person from Ghana

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Douglas

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Oct 21, 2021

“Earned a prominent place in my growing collection.”

The workmanship is superb, the colors are subtle but perfect, the piece has a certain heft that is hard to explain but much appreciated. Im sure to look for his pieces when I next order a mask.

Purchased Item Flaring Elephant, African Cedar Wood Elephant Mask from Ghana

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Dale

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May 04, 2021

“Simply Charming”

Very well crafted and just the right size to sit on the bookshelf where its keeps a variety of volumes company.

Warm charming elegant Living room or library decorator item

Purchased Item Thoughtful Reader, Sese Wood Sculpture of a Reading Person from Ghana

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Preserving Traditions

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

Microcredit Financing

Theophilus Anum has received a $100 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

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Meet the Artist

Theophilus Anum Hand-carved wood art

(13)

"Due to financial constraints I could not complete my senior high school education. I could not just sit at home, so I went to Master Musah to learn how to carve."

"I am a humble, respectful and a sociable person. I am also a designer. I've loved drawing since I was a child. I also love playing soccer and I... read more