Novica Africa
Brass and onyx jewelry set, 'Rainbow Africa'
A brass rainbow connects the colors of Africa in a fascinating new design by Ghana's Tina Quaye. "I designed this jewelry set to accentuate women's beauty, " confides Quaye. Featuring black onyx, the set includes a beaded necklace and earrings.
Merchant: NOVICA
Ceramic ornaments, 'Red Cowry and Elephant' (pair)
A mighty elephant and a cowry shell by Samuel Lovi are beautiful keepsakes from Africa. Fashioned of ceramic, these handsome ornaments receive a rustic finish with a touch of red. Cowry shells were once used as currency in West Africa.
Merchant: NOVICA
Djembe drum, 'Grace'
The musical legacy of West Africa inspires the art of Eric Darko. He designs ornate patterns and embossed aluminum motifs to decorate this genuine djembe drum. Originating in Benin, it is widely used by the Ga and Ewe tribes of Ghana.
Merchant: NOVICA
Djembe drum, 'Good Soul'
This djembe drum is set to evoke the magical rhythms of Africa. Samuel Coleman carves the piece of local tweneboa wood while the goatskin drumhead is held in place with iron rods. Nylon netting surrounds the drum and helps adjust the pitch.
Merchant: NOVICA
Djembe drum, 'Giraffe Beat'
The musical traditions of West Africa inspire Salihu Ibrahim in the colorful design of this djembe drum. Its name comes from the Malian language meaning "come together.
Merchant: NOVICA
Wood djembe drum, 'Lattice Accent'
Bands of latticed chip-carving beautifully adorn this djembe drum by Ernestina Oppong Assante. The djembe originates from West Africa - where it is used during voodoo rituals - but it has now been incorporated into the music of neighboring countries.
Merchant: NOVICA