Name: Wood wall ornament, Ashanti Wisdom
SKU: 217629

African Women Cultural Wood Relief Panel

Abdul Karim Star

(7)

Dressed in traditional clothing, village women come together to solve problems, converse and offer one another support. Abdul Karim Star carves a wall panel in low relief that celebrates the strength and genius of African women.

$237.99 Wholesale

~~$279.99~~ $237.99
Simbisa Dogon Board Mahogany Wall Relief Panel Carved & Painted by Hand in Ghana

Ayoma Alhassan

(3)

Simbisa means “to strengthen” and “to empower” in the African Shona language. It is also the name that Ghana’s Ayoma Alhassan selected for this exceptional relief panel carved by hand in mahogany and decorated with faces he accentuates with a mixture of charcoal and glue and then paints by hand. This unique wall art is a tribute to the traditional Dogon boards of Mali that were used to adorn the entrances of homes, embellishing them with intricate depictions of human and animal figures to ward off evil spirits and safeguard the household.

$237.60 Wholesale

~~$264~~ $237.60
Atsula Dogon Board Ghanaian Dogon Board-Like Mahogany Wall Relief Panel

Ayoma Alhassan

(3)

This wall relief panel is a testament to the exceptional beauty of African art and a tribute to the traditional Dogon boards of Mali. These revered objects were known for their intricate depictions of human and animal figures, serving as protectors of the household and warding off malevolent spirits. Ghana’s Ayoma Alhassan creates his own version of those boards with a wall relief panel remarkably hand-carved in mahogany featuring eccentric figures, including monkey and bird-faced humans, turtles and more, each exquisitely adorned with accents made from a blend of charcoal and glue. They are further embellished by intricate hand-painted details that bring a pop of color to this stunning piece.

$224.10 Wholesale

~~$249~~ $224.10
Raising Mother Africa Ghana Hand Carved Multicolor Cultural Wood Wall Art

Winfred Ansah Okoampah

(6)

The people hold up the African continent in this wall panel by Ghanaian artist Winfred Ansah Okoampah. This piece is skillfully carved from sese wood. A woman's face in profile is deftly integrated atop the continent. The artist finishes the carving with a sheen of black paint, accented with touches of color.

$204.30 Wholesale

~~$227~~ $204.30
Dogon Village Wall art

Ayoma Alhassan

(3)

Ayoma Alhassan applies calabash gourd to a wooden panel to depict people, a turtle and two lizards. Depicted in low relief, the motifs come from the Dogon people of Mali. Glowing earth colors distinguish a beautiful work of art.

$170.10 Wholesale

~~$189~~ $170.10
Balase Dogon Board Unique Hand Crafted African Calabash Relief Panel

Ayoma Alhassan

(3)

Dogon boards were traditionally placed on doors, and incorporated animal and human symbols to protect the entrance to the home. The Dogon are an ethnic group living in the central plateau region of Mali, in Western Africa. Artisan Ayoma Alhassan presents his interpretation of a Dogon board, incorporating male figures that depict how strong the men are in working to take care of their women, female figures representing the carriers of the next generation, and a tortoise. The artisan names his original relief panel Balase, which means "unity" in the Bulsa tongue. The panel's raised motifs are formed from hardened calabash.

$116.10 Wholesale

~~$129~~ $116.10
Rhino at Dusk Purple Batik Look Fabric Collage Rhino Wall Art

Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah

(16)

Artisan Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboah of Ghana creates a lovely artwork of a rhinoceros bathed in the colors of dusk. The artisan embellishes calico cotton fabric with purple and black paint to create a batik look, cuts from that fabric the pieces that form the rhino and glues them to an off-white fabric panel speckled with red for the land and blue for the sky. The artisan adds details to complete the scene, such as grass drawn around the rhino's feet. The collage is backed with heavy cardstock paper and framed with dark ceiba wood.

$102.60 Wholesale

~~$114~~ $102.60
We Are Resolute Wood Wall Art from Ghana with Akan Symbols

Musah Abdallah

(5)

Express your resilient nature with this fascinating wall accent. Hand crafted and painted by Musah Abdallah in Ghana, the panel depicts the adinkra symbols hye wonnye (a symbol of endurance) and nkyinkyim (a symbol of adaptability). Adinkra are Akan symbols that represent a common belief or proverb.

$98.10 Wholesale

~~$109~~ $98.10
Women in Unity Sese Wood Wall Relief Panel of African Women from Ghana

Victoria Agyepomaa

(37)

The profiles of four proud women blend together, wearing traditional African attire. With inspiration from traditional Ghanaian handcrafts, Victoria Agyepomaa hand-carves this relief panel from sese wood, reflecting the special bond shared between women as they come together to resemble the African continent. The artisan finishes the relief panel with colors of black, red, blue, and green.

$98.10 Wholesale

~~$109~~ $98.10
Ashanti Wisdom Hand Carved Wood Wall Panel with Ashanti Adinkra Symbols

Francis Agbete

(67)

Francis Agbete finds inspiration in the wisdom and artistry of the Adinkra symbols of the Ashanti people. Originally credited to Nana Kofi Adinkra, these legendary symbols revolve around several themes with a rich proverbial content. For the Asante people, proverbs are regarded as a mark of wisdom. Hand-carved of sese wood by Agbete, the symbols on this long wall adornment include, starting at the top: Akokonan symbolizing mercy, nurturing; Mmusuyidee or "that which removes ill luck," stands for good fortune and sanctity and Akofena, the sword of war, represents courage and valor. Next is the most widely known symbol, Gye Nyame, hailing God's supremacy and the fifth one is Sankofa, which encourages to learn from the past.

Includes galvanized steel hooks.

$93.60 Wholesale

~~$104~~ $93.60
Ashanti Wisdom II Ashanti Adinkra Symbols Hand Carved Wood Wall Panel

Francis Agbete

(67)

Francis Agbete finds inspiration in the wisdom and artistry of the Adinkra symbols of the Ashanti people. Originally credited to Nana Kofi Adinkra, these legendary symbols revolve around several themes with a rich proverbial content. For the Asante people, proverbs are regarded as a mark of wisdom. Hand-carved of sese wood by Agbete, the symbols on this long wall adornment include, starting at the top: Mmusuyidee or "that which removes ill luck," which stands for good fortune and sanctity followed by the most widely known symbol, Gye Nyame, hailing God's supremacy. Next is Sankofa, which encourages to learn from the past, Nkontim or queen’s servant, symbolizing loyalty and service, and the fifth is Akofena, the sword of war, represents courage and valor.

Includes galvanized steel hooks for hanging.

$84.60 Wholesale

~~$94~~ $84.60
Hush-a-bye Hand Carved Sese Wood African Woman Wall Art Sculpture

Joseph Boateng

(14)

Exemplifying strength, grace and love, there is perhaps no symbol more beautiful than a woman caring for her young child. Joseph Boateng creates a relief panel depicting a Ghanaian woman with her child on her back. Her traditional dress is hand-painted in cheerful blue and red, and other details like her intricately-braided hair are carved with expert precision. The artisan works in seasoned sese wood.

$80.10 Wholesale

~~$89~~ $80.10
Embracing Lovers, Hand Carved Sese Wood Wall Art Two Lovers Embracing

Joseph Boateng

(14)

$80.10 Wholesale

~~$89~~ $80.10
Honored Mother, Hand Carved African Wood Wall Sculpture

Kennedy K. Aseidu

(8)

$75.60 Wholesale

~~$84~~ $75.60
Family Reunion, Family Themed Wood Wall Sculpture Handmade in Ghana

Robert Aidoo-Taylor

(78)

$71.10 Wholesale

~~$79~~ $71.10
Konsuo, Hand Carved and Painted African Wood Wall Panel

Robert Aidoo-Taylor

(78)

$62.10 Wholesale

~~$69~~ $62.10
Ashanti Wisdom, Handcrafted Wood Wall Combs (Set of 3)

Emmanuel Nyadedzor

(60)

$53.10 Wholesale

~~$59~~ $53.10

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Wood wall art, 'We Are Resolute'

AMP

Sep 4, 2020

Beautiful Reminder

I love this and the Signs of Wisdom piece on my wall. Together they remind me to stay strong, be smart, and honor those who came before me.

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Wood combs, 'Ashanti Wisdom' (set of 3)

Napag S.

Feb 5, 2017

Stunning Ashanti Nyansa wood combs!

Thank you for the your beautiful Ashanti Nyansa wood combs. These wisdoms combs are unique, striking, and your craftsmanship brings forth the stunning beauty found in Ghana. I display these combs in my living room where I receive many compliments on your work of art. Thank you once again and I wish continued success and happiness.

Wood wall ornament, 'Ashanti Wisdom'

Donna

Oct 12, 2019

Good and meaningful craftsmanship

This is a fine piece that is not too heavy. I love is the different symbols giving it meaning beyond its decorative value. It's perfect for my living room wall.

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