african art

Ghana's Ali Ibrahim designs a stunning wall accent hand-carved from sese wood and beautifully adorned with embossed aluminum and brass accents. Painted by hand in black, brown and yellow hues, the exquisite accessory features a gorgeous floral motif surrounded by four exotic birds. Ibrahim calls it Kumbu after a word in the Hausa language.

Working sese wood, aluminum and brass, Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie creates a traditional African mask featuring an elephant detail symbolizing good fortune. Using a palette of brown and black hues, the artisan crafts each accent meticulously, making a splendid piece of art.

Hand-painted with yellow, green, blue and red tones, this African sese wood mask is a cultural creation by designer Raphat Asigbey. Titled Ganyo, meaning “money is good” in Ghanaian Ewe, this wall art features a gorgeous bird with bright wings embellishing a head with repousse aluminum plates.

Kangaroos symbolize ambition and protection, making their image a good sign for heroic souls. Inspired by these strong creatures, Ghanaian artisan George Asante uses sese wood and ceramic to create this traditional African mask in a classic palette of blue and brown hues. As the final touch, aluminum plates add a lustrous touch to the accessory, with an embossed Kangaroo detail at the center.

This sci-fi take on one of Africa's most singular creatures will make for a very cool desk partner or an excellent conversation piece nestled in your shelves. Armando Ramirez handcrafts it from a combination of recycled auto and bicycle metal parts, and gives it a rough, rustic finish for added grit.

The Mexican artisan has turned his childhood pastime of crafting toys into an art form that has allowed him to exploit his ingenuity and his creativity. He uses scrap metal from auto shops and bicycles to create sculptures, decor pieces, and even chess sets. The popularity of his creations has enabled Armando to start a workshop and dedicate himself full-time to his artistic pursuits.

Sankofa means “going back to one's roots” in the ancient Akan language, and Victor Ayambire's newest creation will make you feel one with your culture and heritage. Working with sese wood, the Ghanaian artisan crafts a traditional mask perfect for adding a cultural vibe to your interiors. On top of that, the artwork features a palette of vibrant hues, bird motifs and aluminum plates for a dazzling vibe.