Collections – Sankore África

African Paipay

Our basketry comes mainly from the city of Bolgatanga, in Ghana.

Bolga is known as the handicraft center of northern Ghana, with a large central market, where you can find the famous Bolga baskets, which are made and sold there.

Its manufacture has been passed down from generation to generation. It is made with herbs known as "elephant straw" or "veta vera", very rigid and resistant fibers. It begins with a careful process of selecting the appropriate fibers. Then these are cut, divided into smaller fibers, intertwined, dyed in boiling water with natural dyes, left to dry and finally braided into the basket.

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Ashanti heads

The Ashanti live in the central part of Ghana and are one of the most important groups from an artistic point of view. Their Akuaba dolls are one of the most recognizable shapes on the continent. These types of terracotta heads are relatively rare, and were designed as funerary markers for important chiefs.

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Atelier 22B

This wonderful French brand brings unique and original collections of African decoration with a positive social impact. It helps celebrate the cultural heritage of West Africa, support the sustainable development of communities of women artisans, and social inclusion. At the same time it offers sustainable objects for you and the planet.

Atelier 22B is to revolutionize the world of African interior design through an inspiring and accessible lifestyle experience, while having a positive social impact on the world.

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Batonga Dishes

Batonga dishes are named after the Batonga of Zimbabwe, who in the 1960s were displaced to the Binga district. The Batonga Decorative Plate is a masterpiece of African craftsmanship, meticulously handcrafted by talented artisans from the Batonga tribe in Africa.

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Brazaletes, pulseras y tobilleras

Las brazaletes, pulseras y tobilleras africanas son tesoros culturales que reflejan la rica diversidad del continente. Estas joyas, elaboradas con habilidad artesanal, no solo adornan, sino que también narran historias de tradiciones y pertenencia étnica. Los brazaletes de amplio tamaño, las pulseras intrincadamente labradas y las tobilleras son expresiones vívidas de la identidad africana, a menudo transmitiendo estatus social, rituales religiosos o celebraciones festivas. Cada pieza es una obra de arte única que resalta la belleza y la conexión profunda entre las comunidades africanas y sus raíces culturales.

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bronze heads

Our collection is a tribute to the timeless craftsmanship of the ancient kingdoms of Benin and Ife, two cradles of civilization that have left an indelible mark on world art history. Each bronze head is a window into past greatness, a direct connection to the traditions and magic of these ancient realms.

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bronzes

This collection is a tribute to the deep interconnection between cultures and nature in Africa. From the Benin and Ife Bronze Decorative Heads to the Figurines of Animals and Baobab Trees with Nature Spirits, and from the Dogon Figurines of Warriors, Queens and Kings to pieces that capture the essence of African nobility, each work teacher is a treasure in itself.

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Candlesticks and Vases

Sankore candlesticks and vases come directly from Tamegroute, Morocco, a pottery village that has been producing pottery with a distinctive green color for years. His way of working with ceramics is totally organic and the result is wonderful.

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carrycots

The carrycots are one of the star pieces of Sankore in summer.

Like all of our basketry, we bring them directly from Bolgatanga, Ghana. They can be used as a beach carrycot and as a decorative element at home, decorating them with flowers or serving as a basket.

The ghana artisan basketry It is made from fabrics that come from local vegetable fibers. Using primarily a hardy grass variety, known as Elephant Grass.

The knowledge acquired by the artisans is inestimable heritage from their ancestors . Recognizing the value of the surrounding resources, they found an ideal raw material to be used for the benefit of present and future communities.

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Collaborations

Discover our collaborating brands . Brands that, like Sankore, make unique and artisanal pieces.
Sankore is focused on the decoration and fashion sector and wants to be a reference for craft lovers, bringing together quality emerging brands, helping them gain visibility.

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Colombian Bags

The Colombian bags that we have at Sankore are handmade by artisans from many areas of Colombia, whether they are Wayuu, Arhuacas or Kuna artisans, each bag has elements that distinguish it and make it authentic.

In his designs he always keeps in mind nature and the stories, experiences and legends of each of the towns.

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CUSHIONS

A selection of cushion covers made with the different fabrics from our catalogue. Combine them with each other and get a look with personality.

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Decorative Baskets

Basket weaving is a practice deeply rooted in Ghanaian culture and dates back centuries. The baskets are made primarily from plant fibers, such as palm, rush, and elephant grass , using traditional braiding and weaving techniques.

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Diary - Libro Muti

The Mute book collection (Libri Muti) reinterprets classic titles, playing with our memories.

A mix of traditional printing and binding techniques along with a fresh spirit, added by hand colored slicing.

Symbolic titles of authors such as Jules Verne, Dante or Homer, are transformed into a colored notebook to fill with your own stories.

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DINNERWARE BY NURIA BLANCO

We are pleased to have the collaboration of Nuria Blanco tableware at Sankore. From her experience as an artist and her taste for experimentation, Nuria Blanco has created tableware by nuriablanco to be able to create everyday objects as if they were a canvas.

We have made a selection of exclusive pieces for the Sankore website that fit perfectly with the essence of the website. Unique hand painted pieces that aim to compose a pictorial painting on the table or on the wall. Dishes to share in a fun and special way.

They are commonly used and their cooking temperature allows them to be cleaned in the dishwasher. Each of the dishes has a exclusive design , following artisanal techniques and procedures, but we also personalize the designs to the taste of each client. The important thing is that the entire process and its result is much more than painted tableware.

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DOORS

Explora la magia y el misterio del pueblo Dogón con nuestra exclusiva colección de puertas Dogón. Cada puerta es una obra maestra tallada a mano por artesanos africanos, capturando la esencia espiritual y la rica tradición cultural de esta antigua civilización.

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FURNITURE

At Sankore Africa, we value sustainability and ethics in the manufacturing of our furniture. We are committed to working with artisans who employ responsible practices, respecting natural resources and preserving traditional craft techniques. We also fuse that craftsmanship by upholstering sofas and stools in Spain to create unique and special pieces.

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Handbags

Among the member countries, Ghana has established itself as the fundamental axis of cultural manufacturing in the entire region. And it is that the handmade basketry of Ghana is, without a doubt, worthy of recognition around the world, thanks to its special beauty and style. It is highly appreciated globally, and especially in Europe.

Our bags are a mixture of tradition, but without ceasing to be in trend with its Mediterranean style and its bright colors. The handles are 100% leather, so they will withstand all summer plans without problems.

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Household

At Sankore we offer table accessories to make your lunches and dinners special moments and always with a personal and artisan style.

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Juju Hats

The Jujuhats or Bamileke hats are a piece of decoration that with its feathers, colors and majestic presence, continues to conquer the walls of half the world.

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lamp feet

We converted our Lobi vessels into lamp bases, ideal for use as table or floor lamps.

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LAMPS

Sankore lamps are produced 100% in Spain. We use pieces such as fabrics and pottery that come directly from different countries in Africa and give them a second life. We carefully treat each piece to bring an exclusive and distinctive product to each home, which maintains all the African essence in the decoration.

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nature in bronze

Our bronzes come mainly from Mali and Nigeria. If there is a technique that characterizes the work of metals in Africa, it is lost wax . For African cultures, animals and baobab trees are more than just physical entities; they are carriers of energy and spiritual presences that guide, protect and nurture life on earth.

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Rugs

Delve into the rich tradition and cultural legacy of Africa with our exclusive collection of Tuareg rugs and Mauritanian mats. Each piece is a handmade masterpiece, made with ancestral techniques that contain the history and identity of the artisan communities.

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sales

Find unique pieces at incredible prices during our sales period.

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STAIRS

Descubre la majestuosidad y la elegancia de las escaleras Dogón, verdaderas obras de arte que dan vida a las casas más exclusivas. Talladas con maestría en madera por artesanos africanos, estas escaleras no solo sirven como elementos funcionales para acceder a diferentes niveles de la casa, sino que también se convierten en esculturas impresionantes que cautivan a quienes las ven.

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Stools and Chairs

Sankore stools and chairs come from the Dogon ethnic group in Mali. Hand carved and handmade. The Dogon are especially known for their religious traditions, their mask dances, their wooden sculpture and their architecture.

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tableware

Here you can find different tableware from Morocco and Spain.
The Formentera collection is specially produced for our store in Ibiza, emulating the aqua green color of the water on the island's beaches.
All the pieces are handmade in Morocco and Almería by local artisans.

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Terracotta

Sankore terracotta comes mainly from Burkina Faso. The art of the Lobi ethnic group is characterized by the reliefs on the pieces, which are used as containers to store millet or barley. Lobi pots were used in African homes and temples throughout the 20th century.
Also noteworthy is the handmade Moroccan ceramics, in which Tamegroute pieces have a special place in the collection.

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Textiles

Las telas africanas, ricas en colores y patrones vibrantes, son manifestaciones visuales de la identidad cultural del continente. Desde el Kente de África Occidental hasta el Kitenge de África Oriental, estas telas son mucho más que simples textiles: son expresiones de la historia, la espiritualidad y la creatividad. Cada diseño cuenta una historia única, transmitiendo tradiciones, valores y el ingenio artístico de las comunidades africanas. Las telas africanas no solo visten cuerpos, sino que también son portadoras de la rica herencia y la diversidad cultural que caracterizan a este vibrante continente.

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UTENSILS

Cada pieza está meticulosamente elaborada por hábiles artesanos africanos, utilizando técnicas tradicionales y materiales naturales de alta calidad.

Nuestra colección ofrece una variedad de bandejas bellamente diseñadas, ideales para servir aperitivos, platos principales o decorar tu hogar con estilo étnico.

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vessels

Terracotta vessels are characteristic of the Burkina Faso area. The reliefs of some of them usually indicate their origin in the Lobi Ethnic Group, an ethnic group that lives in the Gaoua and Diebougou regions of Burkina Faso. Revered as sacred water vessels, African lobi pots were used in temples and homes throughout Africa throughout the 20th century.

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Yoruba Art

Yorubas constitute approximately 30% of the total population of Nigeria.

Their culture is very rich and they are characterized by the use of glass beads and their craftsmanship. An example is the Yoruba Royal Chairs. In ancient times, they were used by the kings and queens of the Yoruba people in West Africa. Their designs and symbols denote wealth, power, strength and wisdom. It is more than a statement piece of furniture, it is a work of art.

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