Key features Novica
- Dry in the shade
- Handmade by Gnanasekaran
- Ships from Peru within 15 days
- Hand wash in cold water
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Graceful Dancer'
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Graceful Dancer' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. A young lady performs a graceful dance, her lithe body poised on one foot. Dressed in traditional attire, she wears bright earrings and bangles. In a tribute to Indian culture, Gnanasekaran creates a colorful and beautiful batik wall hanging. Artisan Info: "Hello. My name is Gnanasekaran and I was born on February 3, 1958 in southern India. As a child, I was always fascinated by electrical gadgets, and this lead me to study mechanical engineering. Besides fiddling with electronic gadgets, I also love painting and shopping. "After I finished my studies, I happened to chance upon Mr. Abdul Rahim who was already actively involved in social work. [+]He was an expert in batik work and I began to learn this art from him. Although I have a degree in engineering, I couldn't stay away from this mesmerizing art. So, together with Rahim, we formed an organization where we work as a non-profitable self-employment organization. We started imparting the batik technique to hundreds of women villagers. "Basically, batik is simple but time consuming. However at the end, you have a wonderful piece of art. We use cotton fabric, while paraffin and beeswax can be used singly or in combination. The tools to be used in the application of the hot wax must also be chosen. The last material to select is.
Key features Novica
- Dry clean only
- Signed by the artist
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Priestess'
Price: $79.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Priestess' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. In Africa, ritual pots are used at the shrine for sacrifice during festivals or when there is a calamity in the town. The priest or priestess puts herbs, eggs and a little water into the pot and raises it to the skies to provoke any evil spirit disturbing the town. The same action gives thanks to the gods for protection throughout the year. Working in batik, K. Baka depicts a priestess with the ritual pot. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. [+]Baka). I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art.
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Dry cleaning recommended
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Way to Womanhood'
Price: $74.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Way to Womanhood' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Among Ghana's Krobo tribe, when a girl comes of age, a ceremony is held. This tells men in the township that she is ready for marriage. The ceremony begins with a ritual that severs all ties with her childhood, then initiates go into a three-week period of seclusion, during which they learn the ways of adults. Upon completion, they publicly demonstrate their dancing skills. Alexander Nyankson depicts these rites in a batik wall hanging. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. [+]"There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to have the fabric dyed with one color after.
Key features
- BATMAN WALLHANGING HUGE FLYING BATMAN TAPESTRY
- Model: BATMAN WALLHANGING HUGE CLOTH (SILK-LIKE FABRIC)
Review BATMAN WALLHANGING HUGE CLOTH (SILK-LIKE FABRIC):MEASURES: 40" BY 45" APPROXIMATELY MATERIAL: BLACK SILK-LIKE FABRIC CLOTH DC COMICS, INC IS ON THE WALLHANGING. OFFICIAL BATMAN WALLHANGING ITEM.
List Price: $231.00
Price: $255.90
Review Batman - Artist: Deborah Norton - Fabric Size: 38.00 by 53.00 inches Wall Tapestry with hanging rods and tassels included / ArtExpression:Tassel and Hanging Rod Included
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Dry cleaning recommended
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Avoid Conflict'
Price: $89.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Avoid Conflict' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Flame consumes a machine gun, dagger and grenades. Above, arms reach across the composition in a firm handshake. "Millions of lives have been callously snuffed out by violent people who pursued selfish goals without any regard for the well-being of their fellow man. I therefore call on everyone to join hands with me as we burn all the harmful weapons at our disposal. Let's say 'no more' to conflict and welcome peace," says Alexander Nyankson of this handsome batik wall hanging. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. [+]"There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to.
Key features Novica
- Signed by the artist
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Dry clean only
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Let Peace Reign'
Material: wood
Price: $77.99
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Let Peace Reign' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Two hands welcome the globe as a dove alights gracefully on the planet. Alexander Nyankson's beautiful composition carries a fervent wish for world peace. Bordering the elegant batik, weapons are crossed over with an "X" in a plea for a better world. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. "There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. [+]I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to have the fabric dyed with one color after the other. Drying it in the hot sun is avoided since it may cause the wax to melt. Due to that it takes two or more days to design one batik, depending on the number of colors involved. Foam with a pointed edge is used for the wax method to bring out those intricate designs.
Key features Novica
- Signed by the artist
- Dry clean only
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Heading For Shore'
Price: $139.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Heading For Shore' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Sunset turns the sea to crimson as three men wade through the shallows toward shore. Fishing is their livelihood and their boat carries the legend "Sea Never Dry. " Working in batik, K. Baka creates a colorful image of life in Ghana. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material like calico,.
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Dry clean only
- Signed by the artist
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Seeking Peace'
Price: $134.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Seeking Peace' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Clinging to his mother, a child seeks comfort. She herself seeks a place of peace. Alexander Nyankson presents a powerful wall hanging that protests war. Bordering the bright batik, weapons are crossed over with an "X" in a plea for a better world. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. "There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. [+]He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to have the fabric dyed with one color after the other. Drying it in the hot sun is avoided since it may cause the wax to melt. Due to that it takes two or more days to design one batik, depending on the number of colors involved. Foam.
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Signed by the artist
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Dry clean only
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Proud African Elephant'
Price: $129.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Proud African Elephant' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. An African elephant walks proudly past quiet village homes in a glowing landscape. Working in batik, K. Baka depicts the regal beast in a beautiful wall hanging. In Ghana, a saying acknowledges the creature's strength: "When two elephants fight, it's the earth that suffers. " Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive.
Key features Novica
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Signed by the artist
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Dry clean only
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Nature's Own'
Price: $77.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Nature's Own' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Enveloped in a serene world of blue, zebras, elephants and giraffes evoke images of Africa. Alexander Nyankson realistically portrays them on an elegant batik wall hanging. Expressing his belief that every living creature is created for a purpose, he exalts each one and urges that they be respected. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. "There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. [+]I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to have the fabric dyed with one color after the other. Drying it in the hot sun is avoided since it may cause the wax to melt. Due to that it takes two or more days to design one batik,.
Key features Novica
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Dry clean only
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Signed by the artist
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Roaming Free'
Price: $139.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Roaming Free' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Wild animals gather momentarily beneath the spreading branches of a venerable old tree. A gazelle quietly crops grass while a giraffe chews on tender twigs and leaves. Lord of the savannah, an elephant is lord of this batik wall hanging by K. Baka. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material.
Key features Novica
- Signed by the artist
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Dry clean only
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Fish Merchant'
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Fish Merchant' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. A common sight along Ghana's seashore, vendors offer seafood for sale. K. Baka depicts one such woman as she strides across the sand. On her head, she gracefully balances freshly-netted fish. Batik is the artist's medium. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. [+]Baka). I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material like calico, denim, military.
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Signed by the artist
- Dry clean only
- Handmade by Alexander Nyankson
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Northern Dancer'
Price: $77.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Northern Dancer' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. Poised on one foot, he whirls to a dance with the Damba tribe of northern Ghana. Dressed in traditional attire, the dancer wears a tall hat. Alexander Nyankson portrays the man in a batik wall hanging, its red background superbly conveying the excitement of the dance. Artisan Info: "I was born to a Ghanaian mother and father on January 25, 1979 in Ghana, where I had my basic education. I started drawing at the age of six and in by high school, I was adjudged the best student in art. Visual Arts was one of the subjects I sat for at the Advance Level in 1997. I specialized in painting on textiles. "There was one lecturer by the name of Winfred Dzibordie, who was then into batik works. He used his expertise as a teacher to encourage me to perfect my skills in art. [+]I undertook training in batik under him and that yielded positive results. I worked in his shop for about two years and that enabled me to set up on my own the following year. "I mainly use cotton material for my works. The desired image is drawn on the fabric before the colors are applied. The process is to have the fabric dyed with one color after the other. Drying it in the hot sun is avoided since it may cause the wax to melt. Due to that it takes two or more days to design one batik, depending on the number of colors involved. Foam with a pointed edge is used for the wax method to bring out those.
Key features Novica
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Dry clean only
- Signed by the artist
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'The King's Mask'
Price: $59.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'The King's Mask' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. West Africa has a rich tradition of masks, embodied in a wall hanging by K. Baka. Each has its meaning protection, strength, peace, joy and love, for example. This beautiful batik depicts a horned mask, signifying bravery. It corresponds to a king. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. [+]Baka). I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material.
Key features Novica
- Signed by the artist
- Dry clean only
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Ghanaian Musician'
Price: $59.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Ghanaian Musician' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. A musician from northern Ghana's Bongo tribe sounds a long, narrow trumpet. He wears the traditional robe and headgear of his people. Working in batik, K. Baka depicts the man in a warm orange and yellow wall hanging. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material like calico, denim, military.
Key features Novica
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Dry clean only
- Signed by the artist
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Elephant Child'
Price: $67.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Elephant Child' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Despite its power and majesty, a bull elephant reveals a tender side as it watches over a baby. Both wade together in a shallow lake surrounded by the glow of sunset. K. Baka names this elegant batik wall hanging Woyi Enyo Ee, "Just the Two of Us" in the language of Ghana's Ga people. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use.
Key features Novica
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Signed by the artist
- Dry clean only
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'Long Cool Drink'
Price: $79.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'Long Cool Drink' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Golden color evokes the heat of summer. A lithe young woman bends low to reach a jar of cool water. Drinking deeply of the refreshing liquid, she seems unaware of her beauty and grace. K. Baka signs this elegant batik wall hanging. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. [+]Baka). I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material like calico,.
Key features Novica
- Dry clean only
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Signed by the artist
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'We Shall Eat'
Price: $59.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'We Shall Eat' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Working in the afternoon sunshine, a young mother pounds boiled cassava and plantains in a large mortar and pestle. She is preparing fufu, served with all kinds of soups. K. Baka names this elegant batik wall hanging Abaa Yeni Nii, "We Shall Eat" in the language of Ghana's Ga people. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use.
Key features Novica
- Ships from Africa within 15 days
- Signed by the artist
- Dry clean only
- Delivery by February 14th guaranteed with EXPEDITED shipping if order received by 2/4/2008.
- Handmade by K. Baka
- Model: Batik wall hanging, 'African Drum'
Price: $79.95
Review Batik wall hanging, 'African Drum' / Novica:NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, offers thousands of limited edition and one-of-a-kind gifts, jewelry, and home decor treasures handmade by master artists and artisans throughout the world. Featureless and universal, a man pounds intricate rhythms on a colorful drum. Music and dance are important elements in West African culture, and talking drums carry messages. K. Baka depicts the drummer in a beautiful batik wall hanging. Artisan Info: Artist K. Baka has been featured in Red Herring magazine. "My name is Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo Jr. (also known as K. Baka). [+]I was born on Tuesday, July 2, 1968 in the eastern region of Ghana. My father is Benjamin Kwabena Kufuor Afriyie-Addo and my mother is Nancy Afriyie-Addo. "When I was a child, I used to draw a lot. I was so interested in art that in school it was the subject I got the highest marks for. Actually, it was a gift - a talent. I later entered art college for a three year diploma in art. That was from 1990 to 1993. After graduation, I established my shop in the house. While in school, I was painting and selling, so after school I did not need to undergo any brush-up or polishing. I do paintings, craftwork, billboards, screen-printing and signboards. In 1997, I had 20 students whom I taught painting, batik, and textile making. Also, many art students come to me for brushing or polishing. Presently I have two apprentices. "My paintings are natural, and I try to use inexpensive but high-quality material like calico,.
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