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Brown Sese Wood Beaded Necklace from Ghana 'Coffee Beauty' Item ID: 2671801099
$29.99This is your own listing item.
- 0.3 lb
- 27.5 inches L x 1.4 inches W
- 0.11 lbs
- 27.5 inches L x 1.4 inches W
- Sese wood
- brass clasp
- Avoid contact with water
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
- S-hook or hook clasp
Made in Ghana
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"I am Robert Lanyo, a wood carver born in the Volta region of Ghana in 1978. My friends say I am hardworking, very determined and creative.
"I come from a family that works in arts and crafts. I appreciate the skills of people who carved and I wanted to learn the craft.
"I was taught to carve in school. After completing secondary school, I had no one to help me continue my education so I undertook a five year apprenticeship where I was taught by three masters. I had to work hard with determination and creativeness to master this craft, but am now an experienced carver and also craft instruments.
"I eventually I founded my own school. Today, I teach my own students and I also give courses in several orphanages. I love to teach people about arts and crafts so they can learn about the importance of art in Ghana.
"My materials are recycled glass beads and ebony, and my inspiration comes through meditation, nature, reading books and sometimes from people's appreciation.
"I worked day and night in a friend's shop, which resulted in friction between us. But I didn't have money to buy materials or build a workshop of my own. Then I suddenly received help, which seemed to come out of nowhere and I thank God.
"It was difficult when customers would buy my carvings on credit, then refuse to pay and even fight about it. At one point, people thought I was a Rastafarian and because of that, I couldn't earn a living. But I can.
"I hope to meet people who will love my carvings and buy more of my work. I dream of becoming known around the world and would love to establish a formal art school. My community benefits from my craft, as I teach others, and my shop is an open market for the community. The musical instruments I craft are a source of entertainment as well."
9 Reviews for
Robert Lanyo
November 23, 2020
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Elizabeth
Bought this for my husband for our anniversary. it has pride of place in his study. Absolutely beautiful.
Reviewed itemOctober 20, 2020
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Tara
I purchased this piece as a birthday gift for a friend who said he always wanted to visit Ghana. Now he has piece of Ghana in his home. This item was definitely 'one of a kind'. I can't wait to purchase another one.
Reviewed itemNovember 26, 2019
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Maurice
This piece sits on my bookshelf tall and beautiful! A wonderful item perfect for any room. The light and dark brown tones are soft and polished. Masterfully crafted!!
Reviewed itemOctober 27, 2019
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Christian
This is a really beautiful wood sculpture. The artist is brilliant!
Reviewed itemOctober 5, 2019
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Kathleen
This delightful thinker now resides on my desk to help motivate & inspire me to complete my doctoral dissertation!
Reviewed itemSeptember 17, 2019
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Kristin
I have long been a fan of art from ghana and this piece is no exception. I get so many compliments on it as he sits on my desk
Reviewed itemAugust 10, 2019
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Karen
Beautiful workmanship/artistry, very smooth finish, ingenious design. My only minor complaint is that the color varied more than "slightly." This is ebony wood; I expected at least some black which would have made the sculpture striking.
Reviewed itemSeptember 15, 2022
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Scott
I call him my thinking man. A nice piece that adds to the vibe of my home!
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"I am Robert Lanyo, a wood carver born in the Volta region of Ghana in 1978. My friends say I am hardworking, very determined and creative.
"I come from a family that works in arts and crafts. I appreciate the skills of people who carved and I wanted to learn the craft.
"I was taught to carve in school. After completing secondary school, I had no one to help me continue my education so I undertook a five year apprenticeship where I was taught by three masters. I had to work hard with determination and creativeness to master this craft, but am now an experienced carver and also craft instruments.
"I eventually I founded my own school. Today, I teach my own students and I also give courses in several orphanages. I love to teach people about arts and crafts so they can learn about the importance of art in Ghana.
"My materials are recycled glass beads and ebony, and my inspiration comes through meditation, nature, reading books and sometimes from people's appreciation.
"I worked day and night in a friend's shop, which resulted in friction between us. But I didn't have money to buy materials or build a workshop of my own. Then I suddenly received help, which seemed to come out of nowhere and I thank God.
"It was difficult when customers would buy my carvings on credit, then refuse to pay and even fight about it. At one point, people thought I was a Rastafarian and because of that, I couldn't earn a living. But I can.
"I hope to meet people who will love my carvings and buy more of my work. I dream of becoming known around the world and would love to establish a formal art school. My community benefits from my craft, as I teach others, and my shop is an open market for the community. The musical instruments I craft are a source of entertainment as well."
"I come from a family that works in arts and crafts. I appreciate the skills of people who carved and I wanted to learn the craft.
"I was taught to carve in school. After completing secondary school, I had no one to help me continue my education so I undertook a five year apprenticeship where I was taught by three masters. I had to work hard with determination and creativeness to master this craft, but am now an experienced carver and also craft instruments.
"I eventually I founded my own school. Today, I teach my own students and I also give courses in several orphanages. I love to teach people about arts and crafts so they can learn about the importance of art in Ghana.
"My materials are recycled glass beads and ebony, and my inspiration comes through meditation, nature, reading books and sometimes from people's appreciation.
"I worked day and night in a friend's shop, which resulted in friction between us. But I didn't have money to buy materials or build a workshop of my own. Then I suddenly received help, which seemed to come out of nowhere and I thank God.
"It was difficult when customers would buy my carvings on credit, then refuse to pay and even fight about it. At one point, people thought I was a Rastafarian and because of that, I couldn't earn a living. But I can.
"I hope to meet people who will love my carvings and buy more of my work. I dream of becoming known around the world and would love to establish a formal art school. My community benefits from my craft, as I teach others, and my shop is an open market for the community. The musical instruments I craft are a source of entertainment as well."
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