Artisan Crafted West African Adinkra Theme Throne Ottoman 'Our Values' Item ID: 2671805591

Name: Artisan Crafted West African Adinkra Theme Throne Ottoman 'Our Values'
Brand: Kwasi Asante
SKU: 2671805591
Price: 359.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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About this item

"Elegantly carved from sese wood, the Sankofa symbol lends its fluid grace to this throne ottoman. Kwasi Asante creates a delightful design filled with significance. A Ghanaian adinkra symbol, the Sankofa bird reaches into the past and returns with values and assets that can be used to build the future."

Item detail

39.54 lb
21.3 inches H x 11 inches W x 13.8 inches D
11.72 lbs
21.3 inches H x 11 inches W x 13.8 inches D
Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color
size and/or motif may vary slightly
Holds up to 150 lbs.

Made in Ghana

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About the maker

Kwasi Asante

The art is a family business done by my elder brothers and my uncles, so even while in school, I would come back home to help finish some artworks and carve. My uncles and brother taught me to carve and finish wooden pieces. After school, I decided to join my family to do full-time carving and finishing.

After some years of mastering the job, I separated myself from my uncles to set up my own business. Currently I employ over 30 artisans whom I have taught how to carve and finish artworks.

I am married and have children, and my wife supports me in every way in my business. My inspiration is derived from what I see around me. My dream is to make it big in this business, and I pray that my works excite my customers.

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Meet the maker

Kwasi Asante wood sculptures and walking sticks

My name is Kwasi Asante. I am a hardworking and vision-oriented man. I was born in Greater Accra, specifically Kokomlemle, but during my infancy we moved to the Ashanti region. I was born to Madam Theresa Opoku, who is now deceased, and Mr. Yaw Adom. We are five siblings and I am the third born. We grew up in Kumasi. I had my basic education and my A-level education, and then I studied accounting and economics.

The art is a family business done by my elder brothers and my uncles, so even while in school, I would come back home to help finish some artworks and carve. My uncles and brother taught me to carve and finish wooden pieces. After school, I decided to join my family to do full-time carving and finishing.

After some years of mastering the job, I separated myself from my uncles to set up my own business. Currently I employ over 30 artisans whom I have taught how to carve and finish artworks.

I am married and have children, and my wife supports me in every way in my business. My inspiration is derived from what I see around me. My dream is to make it big in this business, and I pray that my works excite my customers.

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