West African Sese Wood Home Accent 'Rhino at Rest' Item ID: 2671805753
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"Carved by hand from native sese wood and embellished with gold paint, this home accent piece is designed in the style of a traditional Ghanaian stool. In West Africa, the rhinoceros represents power, danger, and protection. Ghana's Kwasi Asante carves each piece by hand and proudly presents this symbol of West African culture."
- 14.76 lb
- 15.8 inches H x 7.8 inches W x 10.8 inches D
- 12.52 lbs
- 15.8 inches H x 7.8 inches W x 10.8 inches D
- Sese wood
- Hand-crafted item -- color
- size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
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The art is a family business done by my elder brothers and my uncles, so even while in school, I would come back home to help finish some artworks and carve. My uncles and brother taught me to carve and finish wooden pieces. After school, I decided to join my family to do full-time carving and finishing.
After some years of mastering the job, I separated myself from my uncles to set up my own business. Currently I employ over 30 artisans whom I have taught how to carve and finish artworks.
I am married and have children, and my wife supports me in every way in my business. My inspiration is derived from what I see around me. My dream is to make it big in this business, and I pray that my works excite my customers.
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The art is a family business done by my elder brothers and my uncles, so even while in school, I would come back home to help finish some artworks and carve. My uncles and brother taught me to carve and finish wooden pieces. After school, I decided to join my family to do full-time carving and finishing.
After some years of mastering the job, I separated myself from my uncles to set up my own business. Currently I employ over 30 artisans whom I have taught how to carve and finish artworks.
I am married and have children, and my wife supports me in every way in my business. My inspiration is derived from what I see around me. My dream is to make it big in this business, and I pray that my works excite my customers.
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