African Arts

Do Unto Others

Zena (short for Zenobia) Lawson honors all things African--art, culture, history. So when fortune hands her a twenty-year-old Nigerian girl in need of temporary housing, Zena and her husband, Lucius, jump at the chance to help.


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Assegai

Assegai

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Named for the Zulu traditional spear, Assegai evokes the long, slim outline of the weapon, and the strength of the Zulu warrior. The font combines the irregular shapes of tribal African art with the simple, clean elegance of contemporary design.


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Fair Winds Trading Large Kuba Star Tree Topper

Beautifully embroidered and appliquACd by hand, the weaving of Kuba cloth is an ancient African art form. Created from natural raffia cloth, this gorgeous tree topper has a wonderfully abstract pattern to add a rich, rustic element to your tree.


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Steel wire mask, 'Regal Wisdom'

This regal steel wire mask by Fabio Silveira is called Akua-Kitari, meaning person rich in wisdom in the Kimbundo language of Angola. Silveira's admiration for contemporary as well as traditional African art is evident in the mask's unique stylizations.


Merchant: NOVICA


Bead jewelry set, 'Bluebells'

Delicate flowers bloom on cool blue beads. By Tina Quaye, this elegant set of necklace and bracelet showcases a traditional West African art. Warm spheres in amber tones complete the color scheme. The bracelet slips over the wrist on an elastic band.


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Wood ornaments, 'Three Wise Men' (set of 3)

A serious demeanor distinguishes these handsome personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing African art to holiday d�cor.


Merchant: NOVICA