20 Jan 2021 Fair Trade African Handicrafts

African art is one of the most popular home and office décor options not only within Africa but all over the world. Art lovers and art enthusiasts have always appreciated different forms of art that came out of this most popular continent. Bring home beautiful authentic African artwork in various forms to enhance the beauty of your home or workplace.

African Giraffe

All African arts and crafts are handmade by craftsmen who have practiced their skill from generation to generation. African giraffe wood carving  is one of the most popular wood art.

African animal carving napkin rings set of six

Every crafts of Africa is made by hand, using indigenous materials like stone or wood or leaves. The wooden animal carved napkin rings are unique art from Africa for ethnic decoration for your dining table.

Soapstone Box

African carvings have become very popular décor items in recent years. With people taking more of an interest in global art forms, and with the rise in popularity of abstract sculptures, this type of art is popping up in homes, offices and galleries across the globe. Soapstone carving is the next item that Africa boasts about. Handmade in Kenya, the soapstone carvings are very alluring. Hand carved by the local crafters, the soapstone carvings come as varied utilitarian items like trinket box, dish, tray, bowls and many more.

Mahogany wood salad serving set of spoon

African handicrafts are the most sought after handicrafts across the globe and most of the items are from the Fair Trade industry. So each purchase you make will make a difference in the lives of our artisans and craftsmen and help them sustain themselves economically.

By: Pushpita, a freelance writer on world handicrafts and lifestyle. Pushpita holds a Masters in English literature and is a rich media professional.