Zelda's African Imports
Add a Touch of Africa to Your Place
Add a Touch of Africa to Your Place
Art and Wood Carvings
Art and Wood Carvings
There's nothing quite like African art. Zelda's African Imports in New Orleans, Louisiana brings you the best works of the continent. Feast your eyes on the intricately made art pieces and wood carvings below. Place an order or two if something catches your attention.
gye nyame couple wall sculpture
gye nyame couple wall sculpture
The intertwining of love is personified in this Gye Nyame Couple Wall Sculpture. It depicts an African woman and an African man in profile, facing away from each other. Their necks and shoulders are crossed over each other. They are clothed in bright red with traditional African patterns and the woman has a matching headwrap. Over their heads is a large, traditional gold Gye Nyame symbol. Showcase the power of African love with this moving example of African sculpture.
Mask
Mask
Solid Mahogany Mask 12" - 18" tall. Stunning quality traditional mask, hand carved from an extra thick piece of mahogany. Each mask varies slightly but each is virtually identical to the mask shown. Made in Senegal
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Fraternity/Sorority Fang Mask
Fraternity/Sorority Fang Mask
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kenyan hand-carved cane
kenyan hand-carved cane
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Experience the power of African style with hand-carved canes from Kenya. These impeccable works of art double as functional walking sticks. Designs all vary. Designs can not be ordered individually). This is carved from wood from the Jacaranda tree. Approx. 37” tall. Made in Kenya.
**Canes incur oversized shipping costs of an additional $10.85 or more.
ashanti beaded fertility doll
ashanti beaded fertility doll
Akuaba are wooden ritual fertility dolls from Ghana. The best known akuaba are those of the Ashanti people, whose akuaba have large, disc-like heads.
Traditionally, these dolls are carried on the back of women either hoping to conceive a child, or to ensure the attractiveness of the child being carried. Though today, fertility dolls make great decorations for the home
11-12" long. 5" wide. Made of wood. Made in Ghana.
chokwe mask
chokwe mask
Chokwe Mask Add a dramatic African piece to your décor with this original Chokwe mask. Sure to be a conversation piece the mask is made out of dark wood and carved to resemble a human head with slit eyes, a sharp nose and broad lips. The face has traditional scarifications on the forehead and cheeks that are meant to be marks of beautification. Flowing hair made out of rigid woven raffia rope complete this uniquely African visage. Sure to be a conversation piece when hung in your home or office. The mask is 9” x 6” wide. Made in the Congo.
mahogany couple wall plaque
mahogany couple wall plaque
Admire the sophistication and beauty of African craftsmanship with this Mahogany Couple Wall Plaque: . Made from mahogany wood, these hand carved plaques depict the side profiles of an African woman and man in various styles. Made in Senegal Approximately 13'-14' tall and 10'-11' wide
over sized kenyan family tree 36"
over sized kenyan family tree 36"
Over-Sized Kenyan Family Tree Mask 36" Add some African art to your walls with this Over-Sized Kenyan Family Tree Mask. Masks are a long tradition in African art. This hand-carved mask depicts a face with an African family over the head. It is a celebration of the African carving technique and the African family. It is 36” high X 10” wide. Hand-carved from 100% wood in Kenya.
Congolese Songye Mask
Congolese Songye Mask
Assorted Congolese Songye Masks, but can't be specified. Approx. 16" - 23" long. Made in Congo.
Cameroonian Walking Stick
Cameroonian Walking Stick
Elegantly carved with careful attention to detail, this authentic Cameroonian Walking Stick is a decorative work of art. The intricate design of each stick is unique and cannot be specified. The walking sticks are approximately 41” in length and 7”-8” in diameter. Made by craftsmen in Cameroon.
Over-sized shipping charged
41” in length and 7”-8” in diameter.
Assorted Designs
Over-sized shipping charged
Ghanian Walking Stick
Ghanian Walking Stick
These impeccable works of art double as functional walking sticks. Designs all vary. Photo shows examples of designs. Designs can not be ordered individually. Sizes are assorted 38-42" . Made in Ghana Over-sized shipping charged
Congolese Lega bearded Mask
Congolese Lega bearded Mask
Masks are 10-11" in length and are 6-7" in width. Beard extends an additional 10". Assorted designs, none can be specified.
Country of Origin: Congo
Cameroon Chokwe Mask - Large
Cameroon Chokwe Mask - Large
Add a dramatic African piece to your décor with this original Chokwe mask. No two are alike and none can be specified. Made with dark wood and carved to resemble a human head with slit eyes, a sharp nose and broad lips. The face has traditional scarifications on the forehead and cheeks that are meant to be marks of beautification. Flowing hair made out of rigid woven raffia rope or long wooden beads complete this uniquely African visage. Style of hair will be assorted and cannot be guaranteed. Sure to be a conversation piece when hung in your home or office. The mask is 9” x 15”. Made in Cameroon
senegal Miniature Mask
senegal Miniature Mask
Surround yourself with the magnificent beauty of African craftspeople. These masks are each handcrafted in Senegal and measure 9-10" tall. These masks make wonderful home decor and add rich culture to any environment. Each one is unique and no two are exactly alike. . Approximately 13" across.