Ntiase Ghanaian Sese Wood Sculpture with Brass and Bead Accents _artisan--novica-artisan-10837 artisan from Thailand

artisan from Thailand

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Sterling silver frames the cabochon

The motif suggests both the coronation of the heart — exalting love — and love for the king and queen

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Ntiase Ghanaian Sese Wood Sculpture with Brass and Bead Accents _artisan--novica-artisan-10837 artisan from ThailandHand carved from sese wood, this sculpture depicts a prominent conical head and face of a man. Ghanaian designer Rita Addo Zakour names this sculpture Ntiase, an Akan word meaning 'understanding'. The face is ornamented with brass plating and bright recycled glass beads. materials: Sese wood, brass plating, recycled glass beads Hand crafted item color, size and or motif may vary slightly 16. 5 in. H x 4. 5 in. W x 2. 4 in. D