Category Archives: African Art

New Retail Clothing & Art Catalog Available Now!

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Wayne

Celebrate all the splendor that Africa has to offer with styles and artwork that capture the beauty of the Motherland. Over 90 pages filled with fabulous traditional and modern clothing, accessories, and jewelry; plus fabrics, musical items, and unique African … Continue reading →

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Our New Closeout Catalog Is Now Available Online!

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Wayne

Now available on our website is our latest Closeout Catalog in a NEW viewing format! We’ve created a link that will allow you to view this new catalog as if you’re holding it in your hands! It’s a web-based page-turning … Continue reading →

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Trim Your Tree African Style! New Gourd Ornaments

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Wayne

Put an African twist on your Christmas decor with these new hand-crafted gourd ornaments. These hollowed-out gourds are decorated with beaded accents. 4″-5″ large. Made in Kenya. Find out more or get your own by Clicking Here.

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One Chance! Bid On This Hand-Carved Nativity Set!

Posted on December 4, 2010 by Wayne

The children at Moukondo Orphanage in the Congo hand-crafted this nativity set out of gray ebony, a very rare wood that is considered extremely valuable. Bid on this nativity set to own a heartfelt, authentic creation while helping to support … Continue reading →

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NEW Product Spotlight! Ghana Family Wood-Carving

Posted on November 13, 2010 by Wayne

Just In! Ghana Family Carving In Red Show the depth and beauty of your family with this touching sculpture. Shows a parent with two children. Approx. 20” tall. Click Here to find out more or to get your own!

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NEW Product Spotlight! Soapstone Candle Holders

Posted on November 5, 2010 by Wayne

Just in! These hand-crafted vases from Kenya are a wonderful addition to your home decor, and also make a great Christmas gift! Each vase is hand-made and hand-painted by the Gusii artisans of Kenya from a soft talc-like soapstone. They … Continue reading →

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Ashanti Masks And Their Part in African Culture

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Wayne

The Ashanti mask shown above comes from the Akan people group in Ghana. While the masks are beautiful, there is more history to them then meets the eye! African masks like these are often part of a ceremonial costume and … Continue reading →

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Fang Masks and Their Unique African History

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Wayne

Fang masks hold an important place in Ghanaian history, as the masks were used in initiation ceremonies. The Fang people used masks in their secret societies. Members of this male society wore the masks during the initiation of new members … Continue reading →

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All You Need to Know About Mother of Pearl

Posted on January 11, 2010 by Wayne

The pure, luminescent mother of pearl has attracted attention for thousands of years. It is made out of the internal shells of mollusks, such as mussels and oysters. Mother of Pearl is commonly found in Egypt, Polynesia and the Philippines, … Continue reading →

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Korhogo Cloth – Telling Stories of Africa

Posted on January 5, 2010 by Wayne

One of Africa’s most unique and recognizable fabrics is Korhogo cloth. It is hand-crafted in the village of Korhogo in The Ivory Coast. Korhogo cloth is crafted by painting a design on hand spun, hand woven, and hand painted cotton … Continue reading →

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