The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of everyday life in West Africa. From richly intricate handwoven kente cloth fabrics, to intricately colorful beaded arts, ceremonial masks, and exquisite jewelry, to traditional throne-stools hand-carved for NOVICA customers by the Ashanti king's actual chief carver, NOVICA artisans proudly offer their region's finest handmade works of art.
The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of everyday life in West Africa. From richly intricate handwoven kente cloth fabrics, to intricately colorful beaded arts, ceremonial masks, and exquisite jewelry, to traditional throne-stools hand-carved for NOVICA customers by the Ashanti king's actual chief carver, NOVICA artisans proudly offer their region's finest handmade works of art.
This lovely carving now has a special place on my shrine
I'm delighted with this carving. She's imbued with the loving care of the artisan, and the power of the ancient tradition she comes from. A precious find for me.
I would definitely buy another item from the same artist. I?d love to see more of his art. The mask is gorgeous. It?s in my bedroom where I can see it every morning. Thank you, Abdul.
It is beautiful piece of art work. It will fit right in with my collection of African art. Is there a way I can contact the artist? I'd like to send him pictures of my collection. It might give him some ideas for future carvings.
"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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