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Rustic Sese Wood Cat Book Stand from Ghana 'Poised Cat' Item ID: 2671806511
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- 3.4 lb
- 10.3 inches H x 5.5 inches W x 3.1 inches D
- 1.50 lbs
- 10.3 inches H x 5.5 inches W x 3.1 inches D
- Sese wood
- Features a rustic
- rugged finish
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
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I'm Mary Charity Owusu and I was born in Accra in 1955. I am a wood carver and I craft traditional African drums. My friends describe me as happy and hardworking but strict.
I was born into a family of artisans. My father had no male children, so I was always with him. I was amazed at how my father and grandfather carved so professionally. They taught me this craft and I, in turn, have taught more than 20 students. Currently, I teach some of the children in my community.
One of the most difficult moments of my life was after my father died and I had to take on the responsibility of taking care of my family. I had to bring us all into the home together so we could live as one family.
It took a lot of practice and research to master wood carving. I use tweneboa wood and goatskin to create my drums.
I really enjoy creating designs and I love to hear the sound of a beating drum I just completed. Although I had to travel long distances to obtain the materials and also had to buy the leather myself to be certain it was genuine, I found the inspiration to continue.
I dream of having a bigger workshop in the future. I'd also like to help the orphans and needy children of my community.
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I'm Mary Charity Owusu and I was born in Accra in 1955. I am a wood carver and I craft traditional African drums. My friends describe me as happy and hardworking but strict.
I was born into a family of artisans. My father had no male children, so I was always with him. I was amazed at how my father and grandfather carved so professionally. They taught me this craft and I, in turn, have taught more than 20 students. Currently, I teach some of the children in my community.
One of the most difficult moments of my life was after my father died and I had to take on the responsibility of taking care of my family. I had to bring us all into the home together so we could live as one family.
It took a lot of practice and research to master wood carving. I use tweneboa wood and goatskin to create my drums.
I really enjoy creating designs and I love to hear the sound of a beating drum I just completed. Although I had to travel long distances to obtain the materials and also had to buy the leather myself to be certain it was genuine, I found the inspiration to continue.
I dream of having a bigger workshop in the future. I'd also like to help the orphans and needy children of my community.
I was born into a family of artisans. My father had no male children, so I was always with him. I was amazed at how my father and grandfather carved so professionally. They taught me this craft and I, in turn, have taught more than 20 students. Currently, I teach some of the children in my community.
One of the most difficult moments of my life was after my father died and I had to take on the responsibility of taking care of my family. I had to bring us all into the home together so we could live as one family.
It took a lot of practice and research to master wood carving. I use tweneboa wood and goatskin to create my drums.
I really enjoy creating designs and I love to hear the sound of a beating drum I just completed. Although I had to travel long distances to obtain the materials and also had to buy the leather myself to be certain it was genuine, I found the inspiration to continue.
I dream of having a bigger workshop in the future. I'd also like to help the orphans and needy children of my community.
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