Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Statuette of Mother and Child 'Afia Maame' Item ID: 2671803803
$159.99This is your own listing item.
- 4.67 lb
- 15.5 inches H x 7.5 inches W x 3.1 inches D
- 3.35 lbs
- 15.5 inches H x 7.5 inches W x 3.1 inches D
- Ebony wood
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Intended for display on a tabletop or other flat surface
Made in Ghana
100% Happiness Guaranteed!
Shop with Confidence
Easy 30 day returns!
"My name is Agnes Amponsah and I was born in Eastern Ghana in 1947. My friends say I'm fair, honest and respectful.
"Since 1996, I've been a wood carver. I was taught at the art center in Accra and have passed on my lessons to others. My involvement in this art is a family inheritance. My sister had a workshop, which I took over after she died.
"My sister's workshop always reminded me of her, so I eventually started on my own in a humble venture. With time and hard work, I was able to expand my workshop.
"I love seeing how attractive and portable my carvings can be. My most difficult moment in life was when I had to go to Mankesim in Central Ghana but I was in a car accident that hurt my leg and left me needing a walking stick.
"I'm inspired by my children, who push me to work harder, and seeing them succeed in life is my greatest desire."
Other favorites
View more
Meet the maker
Follow
Following
"My name is Agnes Amponsah and I was born in Eastern Ghana in 1947. My friends say I'm fair, honest ... read more
Facilitated by
The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of every ... about
Agnes Amponsah wood sculptures
"My name is Agnes Amponsah and I was born in Eastern Ghana in 1947. My friends say I'm fair, honest and respectful.
"Since 1996, I've been a wood carver. I was taught at the art center in Accra and have passed on my lessons to others. My involvement in this art is a family inheritance. My sister had a workshop, which I took over after she died.
"My sister's workshop always reminded me of her, so I eventually started on my own in a humble venture. With time and hard work, I was able to expand my workshop.
"I love seeing how attractive and portable my carvings can be. My most difficult moment in life was when I had to go to Mankesim in Central Ghana but I was in a car accident that hurt my leg and left me needing a walking stick.
"I'm inspired by my children, who push me to work harder, and seeing them succeed in life is my greatest desire."
"Since 1996, I've been a wood carver. I was taught at the art center in Accra and have passed on my lessons to others. My involvement in this art is a family inheritance. My sister had a workshop, which I took over after she died.
"My sister's workshop always reminded me of her, so I eventually started on my own in a humble venture. With time and hard work, I was able to expand my workshop.
"I love seeing how attractive and portable my carvings can be. My most difficult moment in life was when I had to go to Mankesim in Central Ghana but I was in a car accident that hurt my leg and left me needing a walking stick.
"I'm inspired by my children, who push me to work harder, and seeing them succeed in life is my greatest desire."
Handmade: A Global Artisan Marketplace Accra, Ghana
West Africa Fulfillment Hub
The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of everyday life in West Africa. From richly intricate handwoven kente cloth fabrics, to intricately colorful beaded arts, ceremonial masks, and exquisite jewelry, to traditional throne-stools hand-carved for customers by the Ashanti king's actual chief carver, artisans proudly offer their region's finest handmade works of art.
Maker Badge
Microcredit Financing
Agnes Amponsah has received a $200 microcredit loan with 0% interest.
More from this maker
View all
Go!
Item added to your cart!
Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Statuette of Mother and Child 'Afia Maame'
Quantity:
