Black Sese Wood Sculpture of a Woman with a Pot from Ghana 'Nea Oko Nsu' Item ID: 2671806145

Name: Black Sese Wood Sculpture of a Woman with a Pot from Ghana 'Nea Oko Nsu'
Brand: Ransford Bediako
SKU: 2671806145
Price: 59.99 USD
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"Depicting a woman carrying a pot of water atop her head, this Ghanaian sculpture is whimsically titled Nea Oko Nsu, an Akan adage that means 'the one who goes to fetch water breaks the pot.' Ransford Bediako designs this sculpture, which he hand-carves from a single piece of sese wood, which is then given a polished black finish."

Item detail

3.13 lb
13.8 inches H x 4.3 inches W x 4.3 inches D
1.08 lbs
13.8 inches H x 4.3 inches W x 4.3 inches D
Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color
size and/or motif may vary slightly

Made in Ghana

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About the maker

Ransford Bediako

“I come from a family with an artistic background. My dad is a carver, and so are my brothers. Growing up, I used to assist my dad with his work, and that is how I got interested in this craft. Meeting different buyers from all walks of life is what initially attracted me. It took dedication and constant practice to learn and master this art.

“I use sese wood, acrylic paint, and polish. I obtain all of these materials from the market and they are easy to work with. I work with my uncle; I do the carving, and he sandpapers. I get my inspiration from nature.

“Getting started on my own wasn’t easy at all. There was no ready market for this craft, which made it very financially challenging. Along the way, I had to put my carving business on hold and work on a farm to make ends meet. But now, things are better. I’m able to afford a better life for my children and feed them, and that makes me happy.”

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Meet the maker

Ransford Bediako wood masks and decor accessories

“My name is Ransford Bediako. I was born in 1972 in Mampong, located in the Eastern Region of Ghana. My craft is hand carved wood decor. My friends say that I’m a quiet and hardworking person, and that I’m very serious when it comes to my work.

“I come from a family with an artistic background. My dad is a carver, and so are my brothers. Growing up, I used to assist my dad with his work, and that is how I got interested in this craft. Meeting different buyers from all walks of life is what initially attracted me. It took dedication and constant practice to learn and master this art.

“I use sese wood, acrylic paint, and polish. I obtain all of these materials from the market and they are easy to work with. I work with my uncle; I do the carving, and he sandpapers. I get my inspiration from nature.

“Getting started on my own wasn’t easy at all. There was no ready market for this craft, which made it very financially challenging. Along the way, I had to put my carving business on hold and work on a farm to make ends meet. But now, things are better. I’m able to afford a better life for my children and feed them, and that makes me happy.”

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