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Akan wood mask, 'Intercessor for Peace' - Akan Wood Mask

Quiet features are thoughtful and he pauses before speaking. Choosing the right moment the right words the right tone this personage mediates when an offense has been committed. Daniel Nyadedzor carves a mask from Ghana's Akan people. He names it Wonti... ... more

Bungalow Rose African Tribal Akan Mask I On Wood Print Wood in Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair E32E3A94D13948AC9224728975999381

Wood art printed on wood planks is a mesmerizing fusion of nature's intrinsic allure and artistic ingenuity. Each piece starts with a careful selection of wooden planks, chosen for their distinctive grains, knots, and textures, transforming them into... ... more

Bungalow Rose Machenzie African Tribal Akan Mask II On Wood Print Wood in Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Wood art printed on wood planks is a mesmerizing fusion of nature's intrinsic allure and artistic ingenuity. Each piece starts with a careful selection of wooden planks, chosen for their distinctive grains, knots, and textures, transforming them into... ... more

Sese Wood 'Akan King of Success' African Wall Mask

Rich textures of brass repousse lend an opulent feeling to this African mask by Daniel Nyadedzor. The Akan people of Ghana believe such masks will bring them success in everything they do. ... more

Novica Handmade Akan Ohene Kuma African Wood Mask

Native to tropical western Africa, Terminalia superba, or ofram wood, is prized for its workability and finish. Here, Robert Aidoo-Taylor of Ghana uses ofram wood to craft this mask of his original design. ... more

Novica Handmade African Fish Akan Wood Mask

Sinuous fins frame an elongated face sculpted of sese wood. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng carves the dramatic profile and embellishes it with brass and copper. ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Peace from Ghana' - Hand Carved Akan Tribe Wood Mask

Flame-like images dance on the forehead of this enigmatic visage. Lavishly-embellished with brass repousse the sese wood mask curves to form a strong profile. Gaunt lips bare even rows of teeth. Juliana Akandas designs an image thought to bring good... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Bold Courage' - Akan Wood Mask

Daniel Nyadedzor finds inspiration in the customs and traditions of the Akan people creating this enchanting sese wood mask. Known as Akokuroduro the mask symbolizes boldness and can be found adorning many homes throughout Ghana. Nyadedzor carves the... ... more

Dan Mask,'Brass-Plated African Sese Wood Mask'

Plated with golden accents, Samuel Kofi Kumi wonderful wall mask makes a glowing addition to your home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured brass before painting its features deep brown. ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Positive Thinker' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

Eyes squinted shut in concentration an elongated visage with furrowed brow exhibits its force of will. Nana Frimpong carves the mask by hand using manual tools and sese wood. A braid-like texture frames the piece and soot enhances its antique finish.... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Do Not Rush Life' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

Master carver Wilson Aboagye finds inspiration in the legendary art and teachings of the Akan people. This type of sese wood mask is known as Towo boa se which advises to take your time be patient. The bird leaning over the face signifies peace and so... ... more

Fritete,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Named Fritete, an Akan word that refers to olden times, this African mask is created by Ransford Bediako. He hand-carves this mask from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the face of a woman with an intricate hairdo. ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Only Good Thoughts' - Unique Wood Mask

Speaking out an elegant personage dispenses wise advice. Applications of richly embossed aluminum enhance this finely carved mask. Eric Danquah names it Adwene Pa which means think only good thoughts in the language of Ghana's Akan people. ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Progress' - Wood Mask from Africa

Tall and stately a slender personage rises above a larger face that represents the village as a whole. Daniel Nyadedzor carves a regal mask he names Nkosoo which means development or progress in Ghana's Akan language. Often the council of elders in a... ... more

Ahoufe Stripes,'African Wood Mask with Red Stripes from Ghana'

Named Ahoufe, which means "beauty" in the Akan language, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this mask from a single piece of sese wood, given a painted finish with red and black stripes. ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Beauty Queen' - Hand Carved Wood Mask

Named Animpa or Charming Face in the Akan language this elegant mask honors feminine beauty. Daniel Nyadedzor embellishes the hand-carved design with intricate embossed brass plates and rich subtle color. During festivals in which Akan women compete in... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Fear Only God' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

Gordon Adu presents an imposing mask from Ghana's Akan people. Carved from sese wood and finished with mansion polish it bears a traditional Adinkra symbol on the wide forehead. These communicate popular wisdom to the people. The impressive Gye Nyame... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'African Pride' - Hand Made Wood Mask

In the Akan language asuo refers to two people of the same social status while ahantan means pride. Kwaku Ofosuhene inventively touches upon these ideas in this piece rendering cultural meanings from the heart of sese wood. Brass copper and aluminum... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Good Advice' - Handmade Wood Mask

Sculpted from well-seasoned sese wood this magnificent mask is adorned with applications of embossed aluminum and polished to perfection. A bird crowns the thoughtful visage touching the forehead with its beak. Eric Darko creates an image from Ghana's... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Belief in Oneself' - Akan Tribe Wood Mask

Daniel Asante transmits personal wisdoms through his art creating an original sese wood mask. He crafts it by hand including colorful glass beads and threads of cotton and rayon. This mask is called 'Dabidabi ebeye ye ' which in Akan language means 'it... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'African Family' - Akan Wood Mask

Ebusuah is the Akan-Asante word for family and in this spectacular mask one can see the head of the family serenely surveying his realm atop the mask. Other members of the family are shown on the borders of the mask. Hand-carved by Nana Frimpong this... ... more

Spirit Protector,'Akan wood mask'

Emulating tribal markings, the textures of brass repoussé ripple seductively across his forehead. Wide eyes are ever vigilant, for this personage is the Susum Banbofo, or "Spirit Protector." Daniel Nyadedzor carves a beautiful sese wood mask, used by... ... more

Akan Ohene Kuma,'Hand Carved Ofram Wood African Mask'

Native to tropical western Africa, Terminalia superba , or ofram wood, is prized for its workability and finish. Here, Robert Aidoo-Taylor of Ghana uses ofram wood to craft this mask of his original design. The name Ohene Kuma is taken from the... ... more

Akan Fakye,'Black and Yellow African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood with an embossed aluminum accent on the forehead, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He paints the mask with striking stripes of yellow and black. The word fakye means "forgive" in the Akan... ... more

Ghanaian mask, 'Akan Muse' - Unique African Wood Mask

Her beauty framed by braided hair tied in a chignon over her head a woman's face is adorned with flowing artistry. Gordon Adu names his original creation Eye fe the Akan term for beautiful. The stunning mask is carved by hand from sese wood and... ... more

For the Dan People,'Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

Designed by Samuel Kofi Kumi in Ghana, this decorative mask honors the Dan people, of an ethnic group from the Ivory Coast and Liberia. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood before painting its features black and white with curling... ... more

Cute Person,'Colorful Striped African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Decorated with colorful striped patterns on the forehead and embossed aluminum accents on the cheeks, this African mask depicts a cute person. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson designs this stunning visage, which she carves by hand from sese wood. ... more

Ancestral Voices,'Set of 4 Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments Handmade in Ghana'

Ghanaian tradition can now be part of Christmas celebrations thanks to Robert Aidoo-Taylor's latest design made in precious ofram wood. After hand-carving this set of four ornaments, the artisan paints each accessory in an intense palette, honoring his... ... more

Red Giraffe,'Handcrafted Sese Wood African Giraffe Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of locally-acquired sese wood, this African mask from Ghana features an oblong shape with a patterned design. Theophilus Sackey diligently decorates the mask's forehead with the image of a giraffe. The wonderful creature is realized against... ... more

Esbuna,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask in Orange from Ghana'

Framed by embossed aluminum, a red design forms the "third eye" of this African mask from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood and painted orange. Embossed aluminum further accentuates the... ... more

Emyinnaya,'Multi-Color Bead Mosaic on Black Wood African Wall Mask'

With bright colors and eye-catching designs, this decorative African mask will make a statement on your home or office wall. Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand carves the mask from sese wood, paints it black, then creates a stunning mosaic out... ... more

Green Sankofa,'Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana'

The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg from its back, means "go back and get it." Reflecting on the importance of learning from the past, Ghana's Theophilus Sackey hand-carves Sankofa into the forehead of this African... ... more

'Hand-Carved Black and Yellow African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by women, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant and striking addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in contrasting tones of yellow and black with... ... more

Green Nomsa,'Dark Green Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in a dark green hue. The forehead is detailed with dotted motifs that depict a... ... more

Okwonko,'Set of 4 Handcrafted Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments'

Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor handcrafts a set of four ornaments from ofram wood, all inspired by Africa's ancient civilizations that once filled those prosperous lands with art and knowledge. After crafting each little mask, the artisan paints... ... more

Serie,'Beaded Wood African Mask with Bird Motif'

Though modest in size, this original mask from Awudu Saaed will not go unnoticed. The artisan carves the slightly simian-looking visage by hand from rubberwood and details it with brown, black and red paint. A beautifully-detailed bird formed from... ... more

Nwomn Pa,'Aluminum-Plated African Sese Wood Mask'

Covered in silvery circles, Samuel Kofi Kumi's round mask makes an intriguing piece of home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured aluminum before painting its features black with deep red... ... more