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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

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

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Royal Akan' Mask (Ghana)

Ghana's Kennedy K. Aseidu salutes Akan royalty with the original design of this hand-carved sese wood mask. A bird takes the center of the forehead, its long beak joining the nose as Aseidu finishes the sese wood mask with painted details. 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

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

Handmade Akan Akoma African Wood Mask (Ghana)

The attractive Akoma mask is an original design by Ghanaian artisan Robert Nortey. Meaning "heart" in the Twi dialect of the Akan people, the mask is adorned with embossed aluminum and brass on the forehead. more

Handmade Mystic Akan Wood Mask (Ghana)

Circles define smooth contours shaped from sese wood's natural grain in an elegant silhouette. Bisecting the rounded visage, a topknot, narrow nose and open mouth divide the mask into planes. 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, '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

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

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

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

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

Ethiopian wood mask, 'Beware' - Handcrafted Wood Mask

Narrow eyes are menacing beneath brows like red flames while the headdress suggests a spider's web. Designed to strike fear into the hearts of intruders this mask is the work of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. These are used by the Afare tribe of Ethiopia at... 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

Wood mask, 'Introspection' - Handcrafted Carved Hibiscus Wood Mask

With eyes that look inward a lovely lady contemplates the inner workings of her mind. This elegant Balinese mask is superbly carved by hand. From Eka it showcases the unusual grain of natural hibiscus wood. This wood varies widely in its tones and... 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

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, '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 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

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 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

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Togetherness' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

To the Yaure people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes togetherness. Carved of sese wood a face of solemn features is crowned with the image of two birds face-to-face. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this replica by hand and as the birds' beaks come into... more

Africa tribal wood mask, 'Bwa Celebration' - Handcrafted Wood Mask

This mask is used by females of the Bwa tribe during the harvesting of grains says master wood carver Salihu Ibrahim. Target-like circles on the wings identify this ethereal creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft wings the mask represents a nature... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Yoari Moon' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Crowned by a crescent moon this cheerful mask comes from Cote d'Ivoire. Salihu Ibrahim carves the piece by hand of native African sese wood eliciting rich textures from its grain and adding applications of white clay for contrast. Such masks are used... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule New Moon' - Handcrafted Wood Mask

Carved by hand from sese wood this stunning mask depicts the face of the moon. Salihu Ibrahim depicts a design from the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. Such masks are used on the first day the moon appears in celebration and gratitude for God's... more

Akan wood mask, 'Chameleon Charisma'

Inspired by the artistic legacy of the Akan people Nana Frimpong carves an extraordinary sese wood mask featuring a chameleon. According to tradition this mask is reserved for those who worship more than one god and who behave according to convenience. more

Akan wood mask, 'Clan Power'

A mask of striking appeal it features two faces under the symbolic horns of power. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng names this piece Asana the Akan word for clan for the mask is inspired by the many tribal customs within the Akan people. A highly-detailed work... more

Akan wood mask, 'Young Lady'

Flirting with her eyes a slender woman blows a quick playful kiss. The elegant visage is topped by an elaborate coif that extends the mask's elongated line. Symmetrical and beautiful the features are enhanced with a delightful texture and applications... more

Hush Child,'Akan wood mask'

Baring teeth, a ghost-like visage stares menacingly through narrowed eyes. Rich brass repoussé ripples across the forehead and cheeks, and a strip of crimson divides the forehead. Juliana Akandas designs a fascinating mask she names Anopoo, or "Big... more

Akan wood mask, 'Blessings'

A sleek expanse of naturally dried sese wood takes the shape of a serious personage. By Nana Frimpong this beautiful mask is named Nshyira nka wo Blessings be unto you in the Akan language. It is not good to make fun of people because sometimes it is a... more

Chief Advisor,'Akan Wood Mask'

Elongated lines and smooth, stylized features evoke the self-assuredness of a leader. Designer Nana Adu Amankwapam I presents an exquisite mask he names Tufohene. Tufohene is a name given by the Akans to a person who counsels the chief. Sculpted by... more