Ntiase Ghanaian Sese Wood Sculpture with Brass and Bead Accents _artisan--novica-artisan-12560 peridot dance across a swirling

peridot dance across a swirling ribbon of sterling silver

Beads and sequins accent the upholstery

Elegant in its charm and simplicity

the abstract design features rounded angles

expelling negative energy and protecting against bad influence

Ntiase Ghanaian Sese Wood Sculpture with Brass and Bead Accents _artisan--novica-artisan-12560 peridot dance across a swirlingHand 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