Teak statuette, 'Industrious African Housewife'

A young mother walks to the market with poised elegance despite the weight of her basket as she embraces her child with arm affection in this striking teakwood sculpture by George Obeng. A tribute to Africa's working mothers, this statuette celebrates motherhood, beauty, and determination. Obeng hand-carves this piece with extreme finesse and vivid detail as teak lends its grain in celebration of motherhood. A work of admirable artistry, this statuette evidences West Africa's reverence to a mother's heart and spirit.