President Barack Obama “Paradox of Power” Wood Carving – Kenyan Symbol

WHY YOU”LL WANT TO OWN IT:  This extraordinary piece embodies a powerful message about leadership, balance, and responsibility. It serves as a striking conversation piece, blending African tribal artistry with a timeless political and philosophical lesson. The symbolism – power as something delicate yet strong – resonates with leaders, executives, history enthusiasts, and collectors of meaningful artifacts. Whether displayed in an office, home, or as a unique gift, this sculpture is a reminder of the delicate nature of authority and influence. Symbolizing the Fragility of Chiefly Power. Each president brings personal mementos into his new home, and the wood carving Barack Obama has brought to the White House combines African tribal tradition with a poignant message.  Obtained on a 2006 visit to his ancestral Kenya, the "Paradox of Power" is a sculpture of a hand holding an egg, symbolizing the fragility of chiefly power.  According to an ancient proverb, power is like an egg; if it's h