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'Spiral I' - Handmade Brazilian Abstract Bronze Sculpture

Light escapes swiftly from bronze elongations exemplifying the minimalist beauty of Emne Al-Haje's sculpture. She shapes the metal with passion and patience as each spiraled movement extracts the delicacy and artistry of dance. For years Al-Haje... more

NOVICA Handmade Bush Pig Ebony Wood Sculpture - 12.25" H x 5" W x 3.9" D

Hand-carved from a single piece of ebony wood, this sculpture is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Anum. The sculpture depict a bush pig, its nose pointed towards the ground in search of food. A shiny finish accentuates the natural grain of the ebony wood. more

NOVICA Handmade Elephant Affection Wood And Papier Mache Sculptures (Pair) India - 12.5 cm H x 12 cm W x 6.5 cm D

Designed by Indian artisan Sajad, this strikingly beautiful pair of sculptures--featuring a mother elephant and her child--will enhance the decor of any room. more

Handmade Sensual II Bronze sculpture (Brazil) - 20 x 12 x 12

I believe that the gift of sculpting is a talent that showed itself as a game during my childhood — it was totally subconscious. Only after I was married and expecting my first son, about 1988, I began to hear an internal call toward art. more

Walking,'Semi-Abstract Oxidized Bronze Sculpture Handmade in Brazil'

Artist Emne Al-Haje celebrates the strength and sophistication of the human body in a semi-abstract sculpture featuring the act of walking in a harmonious display of artistry. Directly from Brazil, this oxidized bronze artwork comes on a granite base... more

Abstract Kissing I,'Hand Made Romantic Wood Sculpture'

This outstanding suar wood carving by Nyoman Karsa demonstrates the artisan's consummate ability to create abstract scenes full of emotion and energy. Displaying a man and woman engaged in a sensuous kiss, the sinuous contours of the piece mesh the two... more

NOVICA Handmade Abstract Suar Wood Sculpture of a Person (Indonesia) - 11.75" L x 8.25" W x 3.1" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Indonesian artisan Wayan Rendah, this sculpture will bring an air of thoughtfulness to any home. more

NOVICA Handmade Bonds of the Heart Wood Sculpture (Indonesia) - 7.75" H x 4.7" W x 1.2" D

Sculpted of Balinese suar wood, a heart exults in the bonds of love. Eka explores devotion in this elegant sculpture. Its abstract contours radiate harmony and beauty. more

Curious Man,'Handmade Surrealist Oxidized Copper Sculpture of Man'

Surrealist and abstract themes unite in this copper sculpture made as an homage to Armenia's high arts. Artisan Aram Danielyan works with delicate metallic pieces to portray a man whose enigmatic appearance—in an oxidized finish—is also a symbol of... more

Novica Handmade Romance Dance Wood Sculpture - 9.75" H x 5" W x 1.2" D

Arms wrapped around each other, a loving couple dances together in this sculpture by Balinese artisan Komang Sri. She chooses suar wood with a beautiful natural grain, diligently carving this expressive sculpture by hand. more

Handmade Alpine Owl Calcite and dolomite sculpture (Brazil) - 20 x 18 x 12

Hi, my name is Alexandre. I have always loved gemstones and when I was a kid I would go to a place where they lapidated stones and helped by sorting them out. I went because I wanted to, and I would spend all my time there, unless I was at school. more

Handmade Ipanema Sunbather Bronze sculpture (Brazil) - 20 x 12 x 8

I was born in Rio de Janeiro in 1956. Throughout my life I've had an intense relationship with art, so much so that I studied architecture. I worked in that field for ten years, after which I decided to live exclusively from my artistic work. more

Handmade Drum Player Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.25" H x 5" W x 3.9" D

Hand-carved of sese wood, this Ghanaian sculpture depicts an African drummer. Chief Carver Nana Frimpong creates the sculpture, capturing every little detail with finesse. more

Handmade Owl Messenger Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 23 x 12 x 10

The skill to design is inborn. I can create sketches of styles for fabric before sending them to the seamstress and I'm also particular about details on every dress sewn for me. I was born on December 10 in Accra, the capital of Ghana. more

Handmade Kwan Im Goddess Wood sculpture (Indonesia) - 37 x 18 x 12

Wayan Rendah's work has been featured in Home Maker's magazine. I was born in Bali on June 17, 1973. I'm the oldest of seven children in a family consisting of four brothers and three sisters. more

Handmade Sankofa Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.5" H x 7" W x 3.9" D

Hand carved from rich sese wood and colored with deep scarlet red and black paint, West African artist Winfred Ansah Okoampah presents this sculpture of a bird named Sankofa, an Adinkra symbol meaning "go back and get it." more

Novica Handmade Owl Shelter Wood Sculpture - 12.5" H x 8.75" W x 3.9" D

Sheltering a smaller owl, an owl with pointed feathers on its face is ever-watchful. Balinese artisan Nyoman Sudiana works with beautiful green and brown hibiscus wood, carving this impressive sculpture entirely by hand. more

Handmade Fante Fertility Doll I Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 42 x 12 x 10

I am a sociable person. I love to sing and am always content with what I have. I hate cheating. I developed the art of carving at a young age. more

Handmade Mother Chimp Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 19 x 12 x 9

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. more

Handmade Ocean Queen Iron and glass mosaic wall sculpture (Mexico) - 88 x 44 x 12

Hello. My name is J. Blas. From the time I was small, I've enjoyed arts and crafts. I loved to dig and prepare clay to make my own pieces and, from that time on, I began to experiment with ceramics. more

NOVICA Handmade Serene Mermaid Wood Sculpture (Indonesia) - 12" H x 7.25" W x 2.2" D

Seated with knees and ankles together, a woman leans forward, stretching the back while one hand keeps the head erect. Nyoman Sudiana carves beautiful Balinese suar wood with its rich grain to depict her trim figure and precise posture. more

Handmade Ahokeka Ebony Wood Sculpture (Ghana) - 12.75" H x 3.9" W x 2.8" D

She steadies herself with one hand on her back while the other balances a basket full of fruit on her head. Her belly swells with new life. Dressed in a flowery sarong, she remains ahokeka, or "active" in the Akan language. more

Handmade Ashanti Friendship Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 32 x 12 x 10

Nana Frimpong is the chief carver for the king of the Ashanti. Frimpong's artistry has been featured on BBC's The World program, and in periodicals including Business Week, The Christian Science Monitor, and The Washington Post. more

Handmade Daddys Here Wood sculpture (Ghana) - 45 x 21 x 12

Update (August, 2019) "My sister introduced me to carving; she had the opportunity to learn, and it fascinated me---if a woman could carve, then why can't I also carve? Carvers were not respected back then, because carving wasn't considered valuable. more

Handmade Chimp with a Snack Ebony sculpture (Ghana) - 20 x 12 x 11

I am a wood carver who is objective and respectful. Bright Kofi Agbetey is my name, and I was born on 9th January 1981 in Accra. I started to learn the skill of carving at age 12 when I'd go to visit my father, Mr. more

Handmade Intelligent Owl Wood Sculpture (Indonesia) - 12.25" H x 9" W x 4.7" D

The cute appearance of this owl belies the intelligence that resides within. By Nyoman Sudiana in Bali, this owl is hand-carved from hibiscus wood. The artisan works diligently, capturing every last detail in this bird of prey's feathers. more

Fierce Jaguar,'Handmade Wooden Alebrije Statuette'

Fangs bared, this small jaguar sculpture from Gerardo and Teresa Ojeda in Mexico makes a big impression. Carved from soft copal wood, the alebrije is beautifully painted by hand. more

Novica Handmade Beloved Child Wood Sculpture

Semi-abstract shapes form a lovely piece of art celebrating motherhood. more

Novica Handmade Dancing On My Mind Wood Sculpture

An abstract couple dance illustrates the power of love and passion in times of distance or solitude. more

Novica Handmade Morning Hugging Wood Sculpture

Two heart-shaped figures are united in an abstract hug made from suar wood. more

Novica Handmade Staring At You Wood Sculpture

Love takes over an abstract couple that expresses their passion in Wayan Rendah's newest creation. more

Novica Handmade Dreamy Man Wood Sculpture

Balinese artist Nyoman Sudiana captures the complex nature of the human mind with a semi-abstract sculpture. more

Novica Handmade Eternal Hug Wood Sculpture

The perfect gift for a loved one or Valentine's day, this wood sculpture displays superimposed hearts and abstract figures embracing. more

Novica Handmade Sons Happiness Wood Sculpture

A father expressing his love for his child with a tender embrace is depicted in abstract form by Bali's Nyoman Sudiana. more

NOVICA Handcrafted Suar Wood 'Mother and Her Child' Sculpture, Handmade in Indonesia

By Indonesia's Eka, this beautiful sculpture of a mother and her infant is modern and abstract. The sculpture is hand-carved of suar wood. more

Handmade Lover'S Bloom Wood Sculpture (Indonesia) - 11.75" H x 6" W x 2" D

Made Wirata of Indonesia presents this beautiful hand carved sculpture. The sculpture is created from suar wood and features an abstract heart theme. more

NOVICA Handmade Coiled Cobra Brown Accacia Sculpture (Bali)

Add a touch of the exotic to your home with this 'Cobra' wood statuette. This sculpture is expertly carved from Accacia wood. Wooden serpent's arched head and coiled tail reveal its strength and charisma in a powerful way. more

Novica Handmade Mushroom Forest Wood Sculpture

Wooden materials form a captivating sculpture handcrafted by Bali's Yudi Suardi, who obtains the materials from forests to bring this unique artwork to life. more