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22 reviews

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"I was born in Accra and I grew up to become a friendly and curious person. It is my curiosity that has guided me in learning this art and honing my skills. I got interested in wood carving when I was a child, when I used to visit my brother's workshop. He is Salihu Ibrahim, a featured artist.

 

"I used to go to his workshop when I returned from school and try my hands at sandpapering masks. When I completed junior high school, my parents could not further my education and so I joined Salihu at his workshop. I got paid for the work I did, which I saved to be able to buy my own tools.

 

"I remember a time, when working with my brother, that he sent me to pick up some items from a friend, and I had to travel a long distance. However by the time I arrived, I had forgotten what my brother sent me for! I felt so embarrassed. I returned without the items and had to go back for them another day.

 

"Since I am a curious by nature, I always want to find out how things are done. I was good at learning through watching my brother when he was carving, and then I would try my hand and would ask for assistance when needed. This helped me develop and master my carving skills.

 

"After 12 years of working with my brother, I started to work on my own. I have taught other carvers, and currently I have four carvers working with me. I love the art of mixing colors and affixing aluminum plates to beautify an item.

 

"My hope is to become successful and be able to assist several people who cannot further their education due to financial constraints."

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Bio

"I was born in Accra and I grew up to become a friendly and curious person. It is my curiosity that has guided me in learning this art and honing my skills. I got interested in wood carving when I was a child, when I used to visit my brother's workshop. He is Salihu Ibrahim, a featured artist.

 

"I used to go to his workshop when I returned from school and try my hands at sandpapering masks. When I completed junior high school, my parents could not further my education and so I joined Salihu at his workshop. I got paid for the work I did, which I saved to be able to buy my own tools.

 

"I remember a time, when working with my brother, that he sent me to pick up some items from a friend, and I had to travel a long distance. However by the time I arrived, I had forgotten what my brother sent me for! I felt so embarrassed. I returned without the items and had to go back for them another day.

 

"Since I am a curious by nature, I always want to find out how things are done. I was good at learning through watching my brother when he was carving, and then I would try my hand and would ask for assistance when needed. This helped me develop and master my carving skills.

 

"After 12 years of working with my brother, I started to work on my own. I have taught other carvers, and currently I have four carvers working with me. I love the art of mixing colors and affixing aluminum plates to beautify an item.

 

"My hope is to become successful and be able to assist several people who cannot further their education due to financial constraints."

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    Handcrafted Tangerine Cotton and Leather Fan from Ghana 'Ray of Sunshine'
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    Cheryl Very nice workmanship. Unique and just as described.
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    Norma
    Absolutely Beautiful!
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    Denecia
    This Santa is very unique. The detail is great and it is well made. I had been eyeing this for some time. I am glad I finally made the purchase. Looking forward to displaying it.
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    Tonya
    This mask is a treasure! Beautiful and authentic.
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    Larissa
    I especially like the bead work on this very expressive, fierce mask!
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    Teree
    Beautifully hand crafted. Unique and such a find.
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    Robert
    The photo drew my wife and I in. We collect unique Santa’s and were looking for an Asian Santa — still an if anyone has a suggestion — when we saw Ali’s ‘Father Christmas.’ We bought it and hoped the piece would be as special as the photo promised . It was. It’s a beautiful piece that will remain in our family forever. Love it!
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    Cindy
    Beautiful scupture.
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    Pb
    Love this Santa dude, especially his little belly!
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    Jo-Ann
    Beautiful work, would not hesitate buying from this Artist again.
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    Barbara
    Beautiful
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    Miriam
    I love to find Santa Claus in all colors and this one is lovely. Well made and sturdy- looked great with our decorations.
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    Nancy
    This Santa is a wonderful addition to our family's collection. I love his expression and the little bag he carries.
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    Micheal
    I love it
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    Marian
    We all love him. He fit right in with all the others in their folk art way.
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    Delores
    I expected this mask to be used next year at Xmas time. However, it's too beautiful not to display year round.
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    Anthony
    All who have seen it loved it.
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    Kate
    Beautiful and well made. I have been watching this sculpture and finally decided to buy. I am glad I did.
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    Hamidah
    I bought this because I love the meaning of the necklace.
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    Cheryl
    Very nice workmanship. Unique and just as described.
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    Michele
    This fan is exactly what I thought it to be. It is beautifully crafted for the queen that I am. It is a statement, and it only comes from the motherland. Simply put I love it!
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    Cedric H.
    The necklace always receives notice and words of admiration. I wear it with pride and a sense of fresh confidence. The artistic and skillful creation of it shines through. I love it and it has been a joy to own.
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    Michele
    My Children are of mixed race and it's nice to see a Christmasdecoration depicting Santa as a person of color

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