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

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

Bungalow Rose Handmade Comforter Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture Wood in Black/Brown | 11.75 H x 4.7 W x 1.6 D in | Wayfair

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

Novica Handmade Obaa Yaa Wood Fertility Doll Sculpture

Bring a touch of African culture to your home with this traditional fertility doll from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand-carves this sculpture by hand, depicting the form of a woman. Dolls like these are often given to women who hope to have a child. ... 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

Bungalow Rose Nimba Ceremony Fertility Doll Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 18.75 H x 7 W x 6 D in | Wayfair F15F96F942FD40C19B5A36F4A7693654

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

World Menagerie Forsett Fertility Doll Wood Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 18 H x 6.3 W x 2.8 D in | Wayfair 184187

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... ... 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

'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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

'Queen Mother' (pair) - Handmade Fertility Doll Sculptures

Asantewaa the name of this pair of dolls was a brave queen mother of the Ashanti people of Ghana. She was renowned for her ability to lead men into war and since that time many women who bear this name manifest a representative level of valor and... ... more

Green Fante,'Green Sese Wood Fante Fertility Doll Sculpture from Ghana'

In the style of traditional fertility dolls used by the Fante tribe, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Raphat Asigbey. Local artisans hand-carve this sculpture from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the bust of a woman with a patterned neck... ... 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

'Hand-Carved Sese Wood Africa Family Tree Wall Sculpture'

Ghanaian designer Winfred Ansah Okoampah creates a wall sculpture that is replete with symbolism and special meaning. The concept of the family tree is used to compose the geographical shape of Africa. Two women can be found with walking sticks, one... ... more

Twisted Globe,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Sculpture from Africa'

Three pensive men hold the weight of the world on their shoulders in this singular sculpture by West Africa's Kwasi Asante. Hand crafted from local sese wood, the sculpture features three twisted figures in contrasting earthy hues holding a hole-filled... ... more

Young Balinese Woman,'Hand Carved Balinese Signed Artistic Nude Sculpture'

Nyoman Sudiana sculpts an unstudied portrait of a woman at her toilette. Softness and natural beauty define this Balinese girl, caught in a moment of languid contemplation as she styles her hair. Classic in her countenance and posture, she emanates... ... more

Balinese Lady,'Hand Carved Antiqued Albesia Wood Sculpture from Bali'

From Indonesian artisan Made Pastika comes a graceful statuette portraying the lifestyle of a Balinese woman. The lady wears a traditional yellow sarong with a silver blouse and carries a bowl of rice on her head. The artisan hand-carves the sculpture... ... more

Ustrasana Pose,'Hand-Carved Suar Wood Sculpture of a Woman from Bali'

The elegant form of a woman engaged in an Ustrasana yoga pose is hand-carved from natural suar wood. Hands stretched behind her feet, she arches her back and pushes her chest outward, opening the heart's center. Eka presents this fantastic addition to... ... more

'Ebony Wood Sculpture of Woman with Pot Hand-Carved in Ghana'

A woman carrying a golden pot and beautifully dressed in Ghanaian attire featuring bright orange and midnight blue motifs is the protagonist of this captivating sculpture carved by hand from ebony wood. Anna Yawson's design is embellished with cotton... ... more

Belly Kiss,'Hand-Carved Suar Wood Sculpture of Pregnant Woman'

The arrival of a new life is a unique event that transforms many other lives in the process. Honoring that strong bond developed between a mother and child during pregnancy, Bali's Nyoman Sudiana hand-carves a suar wood sculpture of a woman sweetly... ... more

Wood sculpture, 'African Woman' - Hand Carved Wood Sculpture

With arms upraised she puts her hands together as though in meditation or to celebrate. Anna Yawson works in African sese wood to carve the stylized portrait and adds the rich textures of embossed aluminum to her skirt. Colorful beads adorn her blouse. ... 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

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

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

Dancing Woman,'Hand Carved Wood Statue of Woman Dancing'

Nyoman Sudiana in Bali beautifully captures a carefree spirit in this original wood sculpture. The statuette is carved by hand from suar wood to depict a woman dancing. ... more

Novica Handmade Fante Fertility Doll Iv African Wood Sculpture

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. ... 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

Curious Tuxedo Cat,'Balinese Signed Hand-Carved Tuxedo Cat Sculpture'

With perky ears and tail erect, a cheerful black and white tuxedo cat goes exploring. Nengah Sudarsana loves animals of all kinds, but cats hold a special place in his heart. Carved by hand and colored in lifelike detail, the curious kitten has deep... ... more

'Indonesian Hand-Carved Signed Wood Tabletop Yoga Sculpture'

This hand-carved suar wood sculpture is presented by Indonesian artisan Luh Mas Sri Pertamiari. The signed statuette features the beautiful natural grain of the wood and shows a woman in the yogic 'Ustrasana' or camel pose. This graceful sculpture... ... more

Jegeg and Bagus,'Pair of Hand Carved Sandstone Sculptures from Indonesia'

Jegeg and Bagus , which translate into "beautiful woman" and "handsome man" in Balinese, are depicted in this pair of hand-carved sandstone sculptures. Indonesian artisan Wayan Kandiyasa transforms sandstone into this pair of lovely statuettes wearing... ... more

The Sky,'Hand-Carved Suar Wood Meditation Sculpture in Brown'

Relax and breathe; let your soul reach a sublime state of mind with this glorious suar wood sculpture hand-carved by Bali's Wayan Rendah. Featuring a solid dark tone, the item depicts a woman meditating, bringing a unique aura to your interiors. ... more