{"product_id":"african-warrior-sculpture-male","title":"African Warrior Sculpture (Male)","description":"\u003c!-- ============================================================\n     AFRICAN WARRIOR (MALE) — Shopify Product Description — Main Body\n     Paste into the product description field in Shopify Admin.\n     No em dashes. British English. Brand voice throughout.\n     ============================================================ --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Warrior Sculpture (Male)\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.septembercollective.com\/collections\/tekura-designs\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTekura\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is hand-carved African home decor rooted in the warrior tradition of the Fante-Akan people of Ghana. Designed for the collector who understands that the most powerful objects in a home carry meaning that runs deeper than design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere it lives beautifully:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntryway floor: a commanding first impression that sets the tone for the entire home\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiving room corner or alcove: a sculptural focal point that anchors the space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlongside the African Warrior (Female): a pair that tells a complete story\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnywhere you want strength, history, and artistry in one object\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eFor centuries, the Asafo, meaning \"war people\" in Fante, were the guardians of their communities along the coast of Ghana. They were protectors, keepers of tradition, and symbols of collective strength. Their legacy was never just military. It was cultural and political, woven into the social fabric of every Fante community they defended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe Fante had a saying: \u003cem\u003eAkyem tete a, eka ne mmeramu\u003c\/em\u003e — when a shield wears out, the framework still remains. It is a proverb about endurance. About what survives long after the battle is over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTekura has given that legacy a form. Standing at 46 inches tall, the African Warrior (Male) is carved from reclaimed wood and finished in an earthy sage with white geometric detailing across his garment, a dark commanding headdress, and a terracotta shield at his side. Every detail is deliberate. Every line honours the artisan tradition from which it comes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRooted in Ghanaian history\u003c\/strong\u003e: Inspired by the Asafo warrior tradition of the Fante-Akan people, a lineage of protectors and cultural guardians dating back to the 17th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-carved by Tekura\u003c\/strong\u003e: Crafted from reclaimed wood with precision, honouring both the material and the story it carries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStriking at scale\u003c\/strong\u003e: At 46 inches tall, this is a sculpture that commands a room without demanding it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich in detail\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sage and white geometric patterning, a black headdress, and a terracotta shield give the figure depth, colour, and cultural authenticity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStands independently\u003c\/strong\u003e: Mounted on a solid black base, ready to display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLimited availability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e: Reclaimed wood, paint, wood lacquer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan\u003c\/strong\u003e: Tekura Design, Ghana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e: 6 in W x 4 in D x 46 in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Painted sage with white geometric detailing, black headdress, terracotta shield accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e: Freestanding on solid black base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ghana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtisan Delivery \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLarge-scale works require more than standard shipping. To preserve the integrity of your piece, each large-scale piece undergoes a specialised crating process from our studio to your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsured Studio-to-Door Transport: full protection for your investment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtective Structural Packaging: designed to maintain the finish of statement-sized works\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternational Ease: for U.S. collectors, all duties and customs are paid by us; no additional fees upon delivery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless Arrival: arrives ready for immediate installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: A bespoke artisan handling cost is reflected at checkout to ensure a secure, insured journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shield may wear out. The framework remains. The African Warrior (Male) carries that truth into your home, a reminder that strength, when it is real, does not fade. It endures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHonour history. Celebrate craft. Bring the warrior home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tekura","offers":[{"title":"Sage Brown","offer_id":43026858737741,"sku":null,"price":579.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/7456\/9293\/files\/African-Warrior-Sculpture-Male-september-collective.png?v=1779642489","url":"https:\/\/www.septembercollective.com\/products\/african-warrior-sculpture-male","provider":"September Collective","version":"1.0","type":"link"}