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Our Djembes in Production
Our djembes are made in Ghana West Africa by Kossi Mawuena, a master wood carver and percussionist, who has spent years perfecting his craft. Woods used for our djembes include Teak, Kola, Mahogany and Eucalyptus….
African Hand Fans
Our African fan are handmade by Yawo Tagbe in Lome Togo West Africa. He uses African cloths for the fan and leather for the handles. Handmade by a slow and involved process, as each stick…
West Africa Treasures at Mower’s Flea Market, Woodstock, NY
West Africa Treasures inaugural appearance at Mower’s Flea Market, Woodstock NY October 25th, 2020. Although it was little chilly, the market was well attended and a good time was had by all. Some of the…
Gifts That Teach Your Family About West African Culture
African culture is rich and diverse, but one thing remains centric to every ethnic group – family is the foundation for everything. West Africa offers one of the most alluring associations of culture in the…
Inspirational Design Elements of West Africa masks wood colorful
Exotic interiors are timeless because they are original. For anyone looking to spruce up an interior space or add a fresh touch to their home, adding a little (or a lot) of West African inspiration…
3 West African Artists The World Should Know About
There are plenty of artists all around the world, all trying to make sure that their work gets noticed. This includes everyone from writers in Brooklyn, to poets in Asia, to painters in Europe. However,…
Art in Togo
Although Togo is one of the smallest country in Africa, it is home to many fine artists and crafts people. These sculptures were made by Tsevi, a local artist from Kpalime, a town in the…