Handcarved Gye Nyame Symbol Statue(Ghana)
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Handcarved Gye Nyame Symbol (Ghana)
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Add the mystery of ancient Africa to your decor with Worldstock's Hand-carved Gye Nyame Symbol.
This eye-catching symbol was manufactured by the Agege carvers of the Ashanti tribe in a small village on the outskirts of Kumasi City. It is an ancient symbol that is found on a variety of handcrafted Ghanaian items. The literal meaning of the symbol refers to God as being the only thing to fear in this world.
The Story Behind the Product
Nana was born to a family of 9 children in the town of Kumasi in Ghana, West Africa. His parents divorced when he was only 8 years old and Nana became so rebellious that his mother sent him to live with his father in Tamale (in the Northern region of Ghana) when Nana was 12 years old. It was there that he developed an interest in art. He dropped out of school when he was 14 and started training with a master carver in Tamale. In 2000 Nana began selling his products through Worldstock. Nana is now married with 3 children and lives in Accra, Ghana. He is now a master carver with his own shop and 10 employees. Nana¿s life has been so improved since he began working with Worldstock that he named his son after his contact at Overtsock.com.
What is Worldstock?
The handcrafted nature of this product will produce minor differences in design and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to its unique qualities. Measurements may vary slightly.
Imported
- Dimensions:
- 8 in. x 1 in. x 8 in.
- Materials:
- Sesse Wood
- Model No:
- AC156
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Customer Reviews
beautiful piece, smaller than expected but beautiful. no hassle of fuss to assembly, already together.
It is smaller than I thought. The meaning is worth it. I got this as a Christmas gift for two very important people in my life after their recent marriage. They have gotten everything they wanted so I felt this to be a great addition to their new life together.
- How often do you shop at Overstock.com? First time
- Are you a Club O Member? No
This is a really nice addition to my home - I absoutely love it!!!! It's smaller than I expected (which is why I gave it 4 rather than 5 stars), but it's still a great find. It's dark wood, almost black, and it has a little leather strap on the back so you can hang it - no assembly required! I love the meaning of it, and it's such a unique design that it's a great conversation piece. The packaging was great, no nickes, and it came rather quickly. I would definitely recommend this piece to anyone who wants a little something different with a special meaning in their home.
- How often do you shop at Overstock.com? Monthly
- Are you a Club O Member? No
Gave this as a gift to my boyfriend and pastor. At first he didn't understand until I explained that the carving was the Guanain sign for God. He placed it in his room to remind him as he is preparing his message for each Sunday.
- How often do you shop at Overstock.com? Weekly
- Are you a Club O Member? No
I received this piece of art and I love it. After reviewing it, I did find a hair line crack running thru it. Besides that the meaning of this symbol is great. It now hangs at my front door.
- How often do you shop at Overstock.com? Few times a year
- Are you a Club O Member? No
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