Hand Crafted Lion Candleholder from West Africa 'Lion's Light' Item ID: 2671805601
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- 12.96 lb
- 9.5 inches H x 12.3 inches W x 3.5 inches D
- 3.38 lbs
- 9.5 inches H x 12.3 inches W x 3.5 inches D
- Sese wood
- aluminum plate
- brass plate
- CA Residents: <img src="/2015/assets/images/icon/bw6pt.png" width="18" height="14"> <a href="/2015/assets/images/icon/p65.jpg" target="_blank">Prop 65 Warning</a>
- Candle(s) not included
- For use with a utility or taper candle (2 cm diameter)
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Keep away from children and pets
- Never leave a burning candle unattended
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“My name is Michael; I was born in the year 1977 in the Eastern region of Ghana. I am a very hardworking, calm and punctual individual. I must say that carving has been a talent that I was born with; it also runs in the family. But I had to polish it a bit, so my older brothers taught me to finish pieces neatly. When I started carving, in the early stages one of the challenges I faced was that a friend duped me. Also, even though I was a serious person, my master did not pay what I was due to be paid. But because I loved my work, I would rise each day and go and carve. My friends and colleagues were very jovial, and it kept me going.
“As diligent as I was, after a few years I moved on and now I have my own shop. I produce a wide range of masks, candle stands and sculpture pieces with materials like sese wood, aluminum and acrylic colors. My love for colors drives me to create very beautiful pieces. I draw my inspiration from nature. I have taught close to seven people, mostly males, to carve and finish; and at the moment I carve for other artisans as well. Currently I work with my cousins. My aim is to own a beautiful house and be with the people I love most; which is my family.”
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“My name is Michael; I was born in the year 1977 in the Eastern region of Ghana. I am a very hardworking, calm and punctual individual. I must say that carving has been a talent that I was born with; it also runs in the family. But I had to polish it a bit, so my older brothers taught me to finish pieces neatly. When I started carving, in the early stages one of the challenges I faced was that a friend duped me. Also, even though I was a serious person, my master did not pay what I was due to be paid. But because I loved my work, I would rise each day and go and carve. My friends and colleagues were very jovial, and it kept me going.
“As diligent as I was, after a few years I moved on and now I have my own shop. I produce a wide range of masks, candle stands and sculpture pieces with materials like sese wood, aluminum and acrylic colors. My love for colors drives me to create very beautiful pieces. I draw my inspiration from nature. I have taught close to seven people, mostly males, to carve and finish; and at the moment I carve for other artisans as well. Currently I work with my cousins. My aim is to own a beautiful house and be with the people I love most; which is my family.”
“As diligent as I was, after a few years I moved on and now I have my own shop. I produce a wide range of masks, candle stands and sculpture pieces with materials like sese wood, aluminum and acrylic colors. My love for colors drives me to create very beautiful pieces. I draw my inspiration from nature. I have taught close to seven people, mostly males, to carve and finish; and at the moment I carve for other artisans as well. Currently I work with my cousins. My aim is to own a beautiful house and be with the people I love most; which is my family.”
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