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Zeckos 20 inch Hand Made Hawaiian God Tiki Mask Tropical Wall Art Set of 3

Elevate your space with the divine aura of Hawaiian gods embodied in this exquisite set of three hand-carved tiki masks. Crafted from sustainably sourced wood these masks showcase meticulous details accentuated by a dark brown stained finish lending a... 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

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

Handmade Ghanaian Princess African Wood And Aluminum Mask (Ghana)

Ghana's Victor Dushie creates this beautiful mask that he hand carves from native sese wood, before painting in shades of burnt orange, dark brown, red, black, and azure. more

Handmade Sign Of Justice Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 18.5" H x 5" W x 3" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Hewn from native sese wood and detailed by hand, this handsome mask is the work of Theophilus Sackey. more

Novica Handmade Ghanaian Nhyira African Wood And Aluminum Mask

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this gorgeous mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the beautiful design, before painting and polishing the mask. more

World Menagerie Historian Handmade African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown/Gray | 7 H x 6.3 W x 3.2 D in | Wayfair 188201

The elderly people in Their community have knowledge of all the things that happened in the past. They sometimes sit down with us, the young ones, to tell us about these things. I came up with this mask to honor such elderly men. I choose the title of... more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Ghanaian Nhyira Wall Décor, Wood in Black | 18 H x 5.5 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair F615559DF6A344B6B2441DCAA3323648

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this gorgeous mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the beautiful design, before painting and polishing the mask. Intricate,... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sankofa Bird' - Hand Made Wood Mask

Chief carver Nana Frimpong celebrates Ashanti wisdom with the original design of this mask. Carved from sese wood it features the legendary Sankofa bird with its head resting on its back. One of the legendary Adinkra symbols which emphasizes looking to... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Brave Fighter' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

His face is lean and narrow his features a mystery as befits his name ?û Apugu the brave fighter in the Hausa language. Crafted by hand of African sese wood the mask is the work of Godfred France. Such masks are used by the people of Kabube-Nandom in... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Successor' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

His long narrow face is shaped like a seed ?ù promise of new life. Designed by Rita Addo Zakour this elegant mask is crafted by hand and adorned with embossed aluminum. Based on centuries of Ghanaian tradition the design arises from the artisan's own... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Good Star' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

The Akwapim people from eastern Ghana believe Nsoroma pa will bring them good luck. Meaning Good Star it takes the form of a mask through Walter Kuma's artistic talent. He carves the mask by hand from local sese wood procuring a detailed face that... more

Lobi Tradition,'Ghanaian Handmade African Sese Wood Tribal Mask'

For his work, Emmanuel Austin Ankude of Ghana says he gets his, "...inspirations from God almighty, nature and my loving family. I design and craft my products at the same time." His design for this mask is influenced by the wooden sculptures of male... 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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Tigari Psychic' - Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

Salihu Ibrahim carves a faithful replica of the Tigari mask uncovered in 1890 in Ghana. Of Moshie origin a Tigari was person especially endowed with psychic powers. This person could be a man or a woman and could heal predict the future indicate the... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Detector of Evil' - African Wood Wall Mask

Rich repousse textures contrast with sleek sese wood in this intriguing African mask. Based on centuries of Ghanaian tradition the design arises from Rita Addo Zakour's own imagination. The stern features suggest the nemesis of evil. The mask is... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'New Love' - Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

By Eric Danquah in Ghana this beautiful mask represents Odo fofor ?û New Love in the Akan language. He carves the circular piece from seasoned African sese wood giving the face slightly closed eyes and an open mouth. Elegant motifs in embossed aluminum... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Rhinoceros Vision' - African Wood Mask

By Awudu Saaed this stunning mask expresses the artisan's admiration for the rhinoceros. The long narrow visage bears an animal image on the forehead elaborated in aluminum repousse. Carved and painted by hand the mask makes a dramatic addition to any... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Lawra Long Bird' - Hand Beaded Wood Mask

A bird perches atop this elongated mask by Godfred France and leans forward to caress the forehead with its beak. Adorned with triangles of polished brass pebbles and colorful beads this mask is worn by a palace elder of the Lawra people in the Upper... more

Ghanaian Symbol,'Handmade Batik Wall Hanging with Gye Nyame Symbol on A Mask'

One of the most popular Adinkra symbols linked to Nyame, the god of the Akan people of Ghana, is known as Gye Nyame which means "except for God" in their language. That symbol of divine supremacy is placed on top of a traditional African mask that... more

Akan wood mask, 'Serene Protection' - Hand Made Wood Mask

Daniel Nyadedzor finds inspiration in the customs and beliefs of the Akan people replicating this sese wood mask. Known as Nyame Ye the mask represents God and can be found protecting many homes throughout Ghana. Nyadedzor carves the mask of sese wood... more

Handmade Ghanaian Wood Mask, 'The Conqueror' (Ghana)

Assured features convey a quiet confidence in this elegant African mask. Carved and painted by hand, the design arises from Otchere Raymond's own imagination. more

Handmade Beaded Antelope Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17" H x 5.5" W x 3.9" D

Slender black horns are erect, crowning an authentic African mask by Kobina Asmah. Carved by hand of native sese wood, an antelope is covered with beadwork and receives applications of ornate brass repoussé. more

Handmade Good Chief Balumba Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana)

Carved by hand, this African mask commemorates a beloved chief in the Northern Region of Ghana. Wilson Aboagye depicts him with a circular face and astute eyes as the personage speaks to his people. more

Handmade African Ghost Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 11.75" H x 8" W x 3.9" D

Singing, he returns to the world as a ghost to watch over his loved ones. Abdul Razak creates this poignant image as an African mask. Carved and painted by hand, the sese wood sculpture receives an aged, distressed finish and applications of white clay. more

Handmade Akwapim King Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 19.25" H x 5.5" W x 2.4" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Sober yet elegant, this handsome mask depicts a king among Ghana's Akwapim people. more

Novica Handmade Ghanaian Ahoufe African Wood And Aluminum Mask

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this stunning mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the bold design, before painting and polishing the mask. more

Handmade Good Star Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. The Akwapim people from eastern Ghana believe Nsoroma pa will bring them good luck. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Shower of Blessings' - African Wood Mask

Birds pose on the forehead of this dramatic mask by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Carved and painted by hand it is embellished with applications of brass and aluminum repousse while bright beads adorn the cheeks. The masks are seen in the area of Nandom... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Horn' - Unique African Wood Mask

Crowned in sheep's horns a somber visage makes an imposing sight. Eric Darko chooses the traditional shape of the West African horn mask to create this superlative sculpture in sese wood. Adorned with rich embellishments of embossed brass and oil paint... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Akwapim Protector' - African Wood Mask

An elongated face stares with worried eyes his brow wrinkled with concern. This beautiful mask comes from the Akwapim people from the area around Aburi in Ghana. Named Banbofo (Protector) it is masterfully carved by Walter Kuma. Community priests... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'First Fruit' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

This handsome mask takes the shape of ripe fruit from the first harvest. Its handsome features seem to sing in a beautiful ritual of thanks. Walter Kuma carves the piece by hand to represent the customs of the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'You Are Loved' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

This is a portrait of a nephew of mine says Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson. Because he has slightly long ears his siblings and cousin always make fun of him. But he turned out to be the most intelligent of all the cousins and brothers. I want to send... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Happiness' - African Wood Mask

Carved by hand from native sese wood this elegant mask is an original design by Awudu Saaed. The cheerful personage is enhanced by aluminum with richly ornate textures. The artisan names the mask Anigye Happiness in the Akan language. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Harvest Hope' - African Wood Mask

Precise geometric forms distinguish this handsome mask by Godfred France. Carved by hand from seasoned sese wood it flaunts exquisite textures. Such masks are used by Ghana's Mamprusi people who use them during their harvest season. They wear them in... more

Handmade A Maidens Purity Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 9.75" H x 9.75" W x 3.5" D

With its demure gaze and beautiful ornamentation, this mask comes from southern Ghana. Such masks are presented to girls on the last day of puberty rites as a sign of their chastity; they are considered an honor for the entire family. more

Handmade Peace On Earth Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17.25" H x 7.5" W x 2.8" D

This elegant African mask radiates beauty and serenity. Carved by hand from sese wood, the design is the work of Samuel Okyere. Opulent aluminum repoussé adds rich textures, and the mask receives an antiqued, vintage finish. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Beautiful Soul' - Hand Crafted African Wood Mask

Limpid eyes and an earnest voice seem inherent to this compelling mask. Godfred France creates a design of elegant harmony embellishing African sese wood with hand-embossed brass and aluminum. Named Shankoko ?û a Hausa word meaning the soul the mask... more