Wood Sculptures
Wood sculpture, 'Resting'
Tired, a man sits with elbows over knees in this sculpture by Eric Danquah. He carves the piece of sese wood with flawless precision, extracting the luster of the wood's rich grain. Danquah calls this abstract piece Ahome gye, which in the Akan language means "taking a rest.
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Wood sculpture, 'Man in Thought I'
The light tone of hibiscus wood faintly exposes fluid grain patterns, seemingly guiding the contemplative depth of this sculpture. A furrowed brow reflects the smooth artistry of Nyoman Naranata, who carves the piece by hand to evoke modern Balinese spirit.
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Wood sculpture, 'People Who Help'
Frank Obiri-Ntow takes his inspiration from an Akan proverb for this handsome sculpture. Boafo ye na means "people who help are scarce to be found." He bestows this name on a slender mask that sits on a circular base, meticulously carved from sese wood.
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Wood sculpture, 'Praying Mary'
Standing over the world, Mary puts her hands together and prays. Her face is covered by her cloak yet her serene countenance exudes inspiring force. Made Marya sculpts her image with delicate artistry as he carves the sculpture by hand from noble suar wood.
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Wood sculpture, 'Immortal Dragon'
Ketut Taram depicts Naga, son of Gadru in a stunning suar wood sculpture. These dragons are immortal, the only survivors of 1, 000 eggs laid by the Goddess Gadru. Despite their fearsome form, they are highly revered.
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Wood sculpture, 'Night Owl'
A nocturnal hunter, the owl grasps a smooth stone with sharp talons. Pande Made Anom depicts the bird in a wonderfully realistic sculpture. He masterfully carves each sleek feather from Balinese suar wood.
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