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Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana, "Welcome Drum"

Name: Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana, 'Welcome Drum'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 291552
Price: 109.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (14 reviews)

Product ID: 291552

by Joseph Boateng (14)

After visiting festivals in the northern region of Ghana, artisan Joseph Boateng found creative inspiration in the customs he observed. One such... more

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After visiting festivals in the northern region of Ghana, artisan Joseph Boateng found creative inspiration in the customs he observed. One such tradition was the presence of Atinga drummers, who played their drums as both a welcome and farewell to guests. Joseph designs and handcrafts this sculpture of an Atinga drummer out of sese wood and paints it in shades of white, black, and brown.

1.19 kgs
2.6 lbs

21.25" H x 7.5" W x 3.9" D
21.25" H x 7.5" W x 3.9" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 291552

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Joseph Boateng

West Africa

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Nov 05, 2019

“Given to a friend who loves African art !”

My friends love the drum player and are asking me where I purchased it !

This an large size sculpture fits in well group in other sculptures of African art

Purchased Item Welcome Drum, Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana

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Charles

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Feb 15, 2018

“Drummer with heart”

Very pleased with wood sculpture. Gift for my wife. Collector. The piece was not signed. Rating should be 5 stars if signed.

Drums colors accompanying collection This was a gift for Wife Occasion: Valentine's Day

Purchased Item Welcome Drum, Sese Wood Sculpture of Drummer from Ghana

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Angela

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May 28, 2022

“Beautiful piece”

Another beautiful piece added to my collection. My only complaint is that the leather hook broke. Im thankful the mask didnt break when it fell off the wall. Hopefully the shoemaker repair can replace the leather hook.

Purchased Item Adom Ahoto, Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Adom Ahoto Mask

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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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Joseph Boateng has received a $100 microcredit loan with 0% interest.

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Meet the Artist

Joseph Boateng Wood masks and sculptures

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"I have always dreamed of promoting Ghana's rich culture to the outside world through well-designed artifacts."

Latest Update“Handmade crafts have been my passion since I was a youngster. It was very challenging for me to turn that into business. It wasn't easy... read more