Adu Bookends

Hand carved by artisans in Ghana, this elevated set of bookends blends traditional craftsmanship with modern design. 4.75" W x 7" H Sold as a set Carved from Sese Wood Stained using "soot", a Ghanian stain that gives the wood a rich dark color. Due to the handmade nature, some size and color variation may occur Behind the Design Woodcarving is a time-honored craft in Ghana with rich cultural significance. Historically, the Ashanti Kings’ sacred wooden stools, as well as symbolic warrior masks and other ornaments, were all handmade by Ghana’s talented wood carvers. The Ahwiaa Wood Carvers Association carries on this legacy by continuing the practice of traditional wood-carving today. The carvers source wood from designated areas in a nearby forest, after which the trees are re-planted.  Native to Western Africa, Sese wood has been used by wood carvers in Ghana for centuries. The raw wood has a light color that lends itself to natural dyes, like the natural “soot” stain our artisans us