Namji Doll - Green beaded (1408) Grass creating an environment that inspires

creating an environment that inspires creativity and appreciation for global artistry

The artefacts produced are always unique as the mould is destroyed as part of the casting process

in the "Pomegranate on Black" design

29cm diameter × 6

Later the clay exterior is broken open to reveal the finished metal artefact beneath

Namji Doll - Green beaded (1408) Grass creating an environment that inspiresNamchi Namji dolls are carved from African Rosewood, a legume tree native to the Democratic Republic of Congo, Cameroon, Gabon and Equatorial Guinea. A single block of African Rosewood wood is hand carved into a geometric shape and decorated with multi coloured beads, metals, fibre, cowrie shells, coins, and even leather. Each doll is carved with a unique stature and facial expression. Unadorned dolls made by blacksmiths are played with by young