Hausa wood mask, 'Sympathy'

Bungalow Rose Hausa Spiritual Protector African Mask Wood in Black/Brown | 20 H x 6.25 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair 4E9A80572EAD41B29F113CD290906E9A

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask. He names it Sahafi, a Hausa word meaning "spiritual protection." Strong African rubberwood contours are carved and painted by hand, while applications of white clay give the piece a vintage... ... more

World Menagerie Robert Nortey Intelligent One Handcrafted Hausa Mask Wall Decor, Wood in Black | 15.5 H x 6.5 W in | Wayfair 62310

An incomplete star accents the nostalgic aura in this mask of saddened face, its ornate forehead a replica of the Housa's Gondu masks. Meaning "forehead," this type of traditional masks are known for their elongated foreheads. Robert Nortey handcrafts... ... more

Novica Handmade Hausa Love African Wood Mask

Soyayya or "love" is an especially important concept to the Hausa people, particularly love that is built on a foundation of truth. ... more

Bungalow Rose Elzey Proud Hausa Warrior Mask Wall Décor in Black/Green/Red | 13.5 H x 6.75 W x 2.8 D in | Wayfair 487260C4DFB7430E9D1EF237774C1589

Proud and brave, a fighting man comes to life as this mask. This artisan carves the piece and adorns the features with colorful seed beads, meticulously applied by hand. Polished brass inlay surrounds the head. The artisan names his original design... ... more

Hausa wood mask, 'Turtle Man Trust' - Artisan Crafted Wall Mask

Centering his forehead a turtle gazes curiously at the features of a man. Abdul Karim Star carves a mask of bold beauty contrasting light and dark colors. He names it Bashunge or Trust in the language of Ghana's Hausa people. Such masks remain in the... ... 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

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

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

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

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

'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

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

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

Face of Happiness,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by themes of happiness, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates this striking African mask. This mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, which is layered with embossed, painted aluminum. A clay rub gives this mask a rustic... ... 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

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

Thankful Face,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Hoping to add an element of gratitude to your home, Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour designs this African mask. She works with local artisans, who hand-carve this mask from sese wood. An accent of embossed aluminum decorates the forehead of this mask, which... ... more

Face of Colors,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Beaded by hand with colorful recycled glass, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He carves the mask from sese wood, which is accentuated beautifully by the glass beads. ... more

'Hausa Spiritual Protector' - Handmade Wood Mask from Africa

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He names it Sahafi a Hausa word meaning spiritual protection. Strong African rubberwood contours are carved and painted by hand while applications of white clay give the piece a... ... more

Hausa Love,'West African Handmade Wood Mask'

Soyayya or "love" is an especially important concept to the Hausa people, particularly love that is built on a foundation of truth. Crafted from sese wood by Ghanaian artisan Saeed Musah, this mask of his own design is accented with textured aluminum... ... more

Mexican Masks Collection,'10 Coloring Postcards Set of Fantastical Mexican Masks'

"Proud of my Mexican roots, I designed this series of 10 coloring postcards featuring the masks of fantastical animals and other creatures. They are inspired by the many clay, paper and wood masks found throughout Mexican artistry," explains Alejandra... ... more

Abena Colors,'Colorful African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Painted with traditional African colors, this mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood. This mask is named Abena, a name given to girls who are born on Tuesday. ... more

Jamuike Eye,'Rustic African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

A panel of embossed brass forms the "third" eye of this African mask from Ghana. Designed and crafted by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, painted brown and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. Embossed... ... more

African wood mini masks, 'Passport' (pair)

This complementary pair of small masks is created by Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa. Both are hand-carved from native sese wood and accented with plates of embossed brass as well as paint in red and yellow shades. Despite their petite size the... ... more

African mask, 'Hausa Alhaji'

Carved by hand from sese wood this original African mask is the work of Anna Yawson. Bright colors distinguish a young man with sleek features and a short beard. The artisan names it Alhaji designating the mask as a Muslim man who has been to Mecca as... ... more

Se Men Su Nti,'Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Working with a single piece of sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this African mask, which is then treated with a black finish. A face with slanted eyes is depicted with a bird perched atop the head. This mask is named Se Men Su... ... 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, '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

Akan wood mask, 'Royal Heritage' - Fair Trade Wood Mask

Replete in Akan stylizations this mask is reserved for those of royal lineage. Known as an adehye (royal) this sese wood replica by Daniel Nyadedzor is embellished with embossed brass motifs. ... 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

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

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Queen Aura Poka' - Hand Carved Ivoirian Wood Mask

By Kobina Asmah this beautiful mask depicts a beloved African queen of the Baule people. This is the queen mother Aura Poka. Because of dissension in the Ashanti kingdom she moved her people to present day Ivory Coast the artisan explains. Carved by... ... more