Blue Lover,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Fertility Doll in Blue from Ghana'

Handmade Fante Fertility Doll III African wood sculpture (Ghana) - 51 x 21 x 13

I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person. I specialize in antiqued and shining art. ... more

Handmade Fante Fertility Doll I Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 42 x 12 x 10

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. ... more

Bungalow Rose 2 Piece Ashanti & Fertility Dolls Set 14.0 H x 4.9 W x 3.5 D in blue/brown/green in Green/Blue/Black | Wayfair

Traditionally given to Ashanti women who hope to have children, this pair of fertility dolls are designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. A male and a female figure are hand-carved from Sese wood, given a painted finish in hues of blue, green, and black... ... more

World Menagerie Feivel Wood Fertility Doll Figurine 18.0 H x 7.0 W x 2.8 D in black/brown/Wood in Gray | 18" H X 7" W X 2.8" D | Wayfair 184188

Standing with open arms, this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face is beautiful and expressive, and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. Winfred Korley carves this image by hand, dressing her in beads. |... ... more

Bungalow Rose Mansa Woman Wood Fertility Doll 15.25 H x 7.0 W x 2.6 D in black/gray/yellowWood in Brown | 15.25" H X 7" W X 2.6" D | Wayfair

A woman stands with arms outstretched, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility doll represents an African tradition, often given to women who are hoping to... ... more

Novica Handmade Ashanti Fertility Doll V African Wood Sculpture

Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese wood and adds recycled glass bead jewelry. ... more

Akiti Beauty,'African Sese Wood Mask in Cobalt from Ghana'

Named Akiti, which means "cobalt" in the Akan language, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood, given a painted finish in blue and black. ... more

Blue Ashanti,'Ashanti-Style Wood Fertility Dolls from Ghana (Pair)'

Traditionally given to Ashanti women who hope to have children, this pair of fertility dolls is designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. A male and a female figure are hand-carved from sese wood, given a painted finish in hues of blue, green, and black... ... more

Fante Fertility Doll I,'Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture'

Winfred Korley finds inspiration in the customs and beliefs of Ghana's Fante people for the design of this antiqued fertility doll. Expertly carved by hand from sese wood, the sculpture features white beaded earrings and necklace. "The fetish priest... ... more

Dark Detugbi,'Hand-Carved Sese Wood Fertility Doll with Female Form'

This sese wood fertility doll is inspired by female beauty. Detugbi means lady" in the Ewe dialect, adding a special significance to the item. Handcrafted in Ghana and designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, this stunning piece of art also features aluminum... ... more

Mansa Woman,'Wood and Recycled Glass Beaded Fertility Doll from Ghana'

A woman stands with arms outstretched, crafted of Ghanaian sese wood with a charming, antiqued finish. Featuring a characteristically exaggerated head, this fertility doll represents an African tradition, often given to women who are hoping to... ... more

Dipo Festival,'Artisan Crafted Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana'

Among certain ethnic groups in Eastern Ghana, the Dipo festival is celebrated each spring. The rituals and ceremonies usher young girls into womanhood, and signify that they are of age to be married. The young women may be adorned with beads that are... ... more

'Artisan Hand-Carved Cedar Wood Fertility Doll from Ghana'

Bringing a touch of African culture to any home, this fertility doll is hand-carved by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey, depicting a mohawk-like headdress atop a long neck. For the Nimba people of Guinea, fertility dolls and headdresses are part of a... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Ashanti Girl' - Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture

Standing with open arms this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face is beautiful and expressive and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. Winfred Korley carves this image by hand dressing her in beads. ... more

Wood fertility dolls, 'Twins' (pair) - Fertility Doll Wood Sculptures

Subtle color distinguishes these beautiful fertility dolls. Nana Frimpong depicts a pair of twins. In Ghana such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Frimpong names the pair Panin (elder twin) and Kakra (younger twin) in... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Ashanti Mother' - Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture

The Ashanti women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere for the doll is believed to foster conception preferably a daughter. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand... ... more

Akan Ashanti Doll II,'West African Beaded Wood Fertility Doll Statuette'

Saeed Musah of Ghana designs this original akuaba or fertility doll. The figure is carved by hand from sese wood and adorned with recycled glass beads and brass inlay. Such dolls are sometimes carried by West African women who are hoping to conceive... ... more

Connected Lovers,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Lover Sculpture from Ghana'

Evoking traditional African fertility dolls, this sculpture is created by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng. He carefully hand-carves this sculpture from sese wood, depicting two lovers that sit side-by-side on a bench. One holds a baby in her arms, but... ... more

'Hand-Carved Rustic Sese Wood Fish Sculpture from Ghana'

Leaping out of the water, this charming fish will make the perfect addition to your home or beach cottage. Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed hand-carves this sculpture from sese wood, painted in tones of brown and blue. A clay rub gives the sculpture a... ... more

Blessings and Joy,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Nhyira Blessings Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Ali Mohammed names this mask nhyira, from the Akan word for "blessings." Hand-carved from sese wood, this smiling mask is then painted black and given an aged finish. Bright red tassel earrings dangle at the sides and hints of blue and... ... more

Ahoto Dreams,'Handcrafted Sese Wood And Aluminum African Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by themes of ahoto , the Akan word for "freedom," Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour carefully hand-carves this oval mask of local sese wood. Painted in colors of black, blue, and red, the mask is accented with embossed aluminum sheet, reflecting... ... more

Red Passion,'Heart Motif Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture in Red'

Adding an air of passion to any space, this sculpture is hand-carved from sese wood in the traditional style of fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe of Africa. Ghana's Raphat Asigbey designs this sculpture, which depicts the bust of a woman with a... ... more

Blue Flamingo,'Handcrafted Blue Flamingo Sese Wood Folding Table'

Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu handcrafts a fascinating folding table from sese wood. Featuring aluminum repousse details, this accessory comes in a vibrant palette of blue, red and black tones. Flamingo details embellish the surface symbolizing passion... ... more

Blue Cottage,'Painted Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Art in Blue Base Hue'

Ghana's culture and worldview are condensed in an exquisite sese wood wall art by Winnie Mandela Koranteng. The artisan uses traditional techniques to engrave a classic scene of the region, portraying a village surrounded by nature, a vibrant bird... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Baule Mother' - Artisan Crafted Wood Sculpture

The Baule women of Ghana regard this doll as a fertility talisman. They take her along with them everywhere for the doll is believed to foster conception. Winfred Korley celebrates West African beliefs and customs with a hand carved sese wood doll... ... more

'Set of 4 Hand-Painted Triangular Blue Sese Wood Ornaments'

Sofo, a Ghanaian Hausa name, titles Anna Yawson's newest creation. Featuring triangle-shaped sese wood African masks, this set of four ornaments is hand-painted in detail by the artisan, using a palette of blue, white and black hues. On top of that,... ... more

Fish Curl,'Rustic Wood Fish Sculpture in Blue from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, a delightful fish curls its tail. Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed creates this sculpture, given a clay rub for a rustic finish. ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Beautiful Ashanti Mother'

Youthful and beautiful her stylized contours are hand-carved from African sese wood and she wears colorful seed bead jewelry. Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this fertility doll as a woman blessed with two toddlers and an infant. Believed to assist a... ... more

African wood sculpture, 'Ashanti Fertility Doll V'

Fertility dolls such as this one by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante were traditionally given to Ashanti women who were unable to conceive. The artisan carves the figure by hand from native sese wood and adds recycled glass bead jewelry. ... more

African wood sculpture, 'Fante Fertility Doll III'

This original sculpture is artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante's interpretation of a Fante fertility doll. Such dolls would be given to couples that are having difficulty in conceiving a child. The Ghanaian artisan carves the female figure by hand from sese... ... more

Wood fertility doll, 'Blessed Ashanti Mother'

Youthful and beautiful her stylized contours are hand-carved from African sese wood and she wears colorful seed bead jewelry. Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts this fertility doll as a woman blessed with two toddlers and an infant. Believed to assist a... ... more

'Comforter' - Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture from Africa

Beautifully feminine an akuaba fertility doll symbolizes the force of tradition. In Ghana such figures are believed to assist a woman who wants to conceive a baby. Nana Frimpong carves the lovely doll that also represents beauty and wisdom. ... more

Akuaba II,'African Fertility Doll Hand Crafted 28-inch Wood Sculpture'

Robert Kofi Ellis designs an extraordinary version of the legendary fertility doll of Akan origin. Called Akuaba, the doll is characterized by a big round head, very short neck, open arms and a long lean body. Carved of sese wood, the sculpture is... ... more

Kimoni,'Artisan Made West Africa Sese Wood Mask'

Using vivid blue, yellow, green, and red colors, West African artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts this commanding mask from local sese wood. Embellished with brass plating and recycled glass beads on the cheeks and forehead, the mask is called Kimoni ,... ... more

'Mother of Twins' - Hand Crafted Fertility Doll Sculpture

Standing with open arms this doll symbolizes fertility according to the Ashanti people of Ghana. Her face is beautiful and expressive and she serves as a proud emblem of tradition. Winfred Korley carves this statuette by hand of sese wood with... ... more

'A Special Woman' - Fertility Doll Sculpture Hand Carved in Africa

Sculpted from sese wood and adorned with intricate tribal motifs this lovely doll is named Medimu. In Ghana's Akan language the word means I am special. Daniel Nyadedzor presents an image given to a woman by her husband or parents during festivals to... ... more

Efo Kple,'Hand Made Sese Wood Couple Masks (Pair)'

Raphat Asigbey in Ghana designs a pair of masks depicting a male and female married couple. Ghanaian artisans hand carve the two masks from local sese wood before painting their hair a deep blue, which contrasts beautifully with the red of their faces.... ... more