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Brown Rhino,'Handcrafted Sese Wood African Rhino 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 rhino. The proud creature is realized against a... more

Love of Africa,'Handmade African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie expresses love through his designs. Featuring an oval shape with a pointed chin, this African mask is carved from sese wood and decorated with intricate patterns. Accents of black and white embossed aluminum on the cheeks... more

Fafali Face,'Blue and Beige African Wood Mask from Ghana'

With this African mask, Ghanaian designer Raphat Asigbey reminds us to be at peace. Hand-carved from sese wood, this mask depicts an oval face with raised eyebrows, its exterior decorated by looping patterns. A deep blue forehead contrasts with a beige... more

Grateful Nomsa,'Yellow and Black Wood African Mask from Ghana'

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. The face is detailed... more

African wood mask, 'Merci'

Hand-carved from African rubberwood this mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu honors the customs and traditions of Benin's Barimba people. They give the mask to their guests at their thanksgiving festival. Mohamadu decorates this impressive mask with red... more

'Judicial Authority' - African Cameroonian Wood Mask

His headdress is tall and imposing and rich textures cover his cheeks. Named Kuriga ?ù tribal head in the language of the Bamileke people ?ù this handsome mask is by Kobina Asmah. The ears are portrayed to show a good listener. The mask shows the... more

African wood mask, 'Adom Ara Kwa'

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu carves a beautiful African mask of his own design. Richly textured it is covered with sheets of hand-embossed aluminum. The visage opens his mouth to pronounce a solemn blessing on the area where the mask is displayed. The artisan... more

African wood mask, 'Lucky'

Crowned with tall horns a circular face features shining brass eyes and nose while a blue star motif surrounds the visage. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts a bold African mask of his own design. He names it Monifa meaning I am luck in the Yoruban language.... more

Eco Esbuna,'African Wood Mask Accented with Recycled Glass Beads'

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood that is given an amber brown finish, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He decorates the forehead with a brass accent and star-shaped patterns, and beads the cheeks by hand... more

Ancestral Bat,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask Handcrafted in Ghana'

Handcrafted by Victor Dushie, this beautiful sese wood African mask is a symbol of Ghana's cultural richness. Victor hand-paints every detail of this bat-themed mask in typical black, yellow and brown tones. He also adds traditional motifs on aluminum... more

Edumadze,'Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask'

Robert Aidoo-Taylor's horned mask creates a bold impression and symbolizes protection. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from ofram wood, naming it Edumadze in honor of vigilante group that watches over a Mankessim suburb of the same name in... more

Virtuous Asomdwee,'African Sese Wood Aluminum and Brass Wall Mask from Ghana'

A wall mask is hand-carved of sese wood, painted brown with etched line motifs in white and accented on the forehead with embossed brass and aluminum in the shape of the sun. Abdul Razak designs this African mask from Ghana, naming it Asomdwee, meaning... more

Kafui,'Hand Carved West African Sese Wood Mask'

This compelling mask from West Africa's Victor Dushie is hand carved from local sese wood and painted black. The round mask is finished with aluminum plate detailing, which adds an eye-catching texture to the dark surface. The name Kafui is taken from... more

Protect the Forest,'African Wood Mask'

This long, narrow face could appear in the trunk of a tree, crowned by slender branches. Carved by hand from seasoned African African rubberwood, it is the expert handiwork of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. "This mask is used by the Gonja people of Northern... more

African Cross,'Cross Motif African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood, this long African mask is designed by Abdul Aziz Mohamado. The mask is painted black with red accents, decorated with embossed brass. A gleaming cross decorates the forehead. more

Dove Anoma Ba,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Dove Mask from Ghana'

This African mask is handcrafted from local sese wood by Awudu Saaed, decorated with multicolored recycled glass beads around the face and embossed aluminum over the nose. Striking and noble, the mask depicts a dove atop a man's head, named Anoma Ba,... more

King Head,'Traditional African Sese Wood Mask in Brown and Black Hues'

The magnificence and beauty of the ancient Ghana are captured in this African ceramic-accented sese wood mask crafted by Frank Odei Amoani in honor of his heritage and country. After hours of hard work, the final result is a gorgeous piece of art in a... more

Fruit of Love,'Rainbow-Colored African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Resembling the shape of an apple, this African mask is designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. He works with local artisans, who hand-carve this striking mask from a single piece of sese wood. Concentric patterns in a mesmerizing rainbow of colors... more

Star of Beauty,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask Hand-Painted in Ghana'

Handcrafted by Victor Dushie, this gorgeous sese wood African mask is a symbol of Ghana's cultural richness. Each corner of this precious item is hand-painted in typical black, yellow and brown tones, and has traditional motifs on aluminum. The beauty... more

'Hand-Painted Dark Black and Brown African Sese Wood Mask'

Using a palette of black and brown hues, Ransford Bediako creates a splendid homage to his Ghanaian heritage. The artisan works on sese wood to create this gorgeous African mask, whose intense hues add an elegant aura to the piece. As the final touch,... more

African wood mask and coat hook, 'Face of Strength'

This extraordinary mask is an original design by Theophilus Anum and doubles as a coat or hat hook. The dark brown wall mask is carved by hand of sese wood and elaborately adorned with embossed aluminum. The patterns symbolize tribal markings. A hook... more

African wood mask, 'Yayra'

Flamingos adorn the forehead of this impressive mask designed by Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour. The sese wood hand-carved mask is ornately adorned with painted details and embossed aluminum. Zakour calls this mask Yayra meaning Blessings in the Ewe dialect... more

African wood mask, 'Zurufi'

Colorful beads adorn a mask of bereaved expression by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Among the Hausa people of Nigeria such masks are given to a widow or widower he explains. They believe the spirit of the mask will give the bereaved person a large heart to deal... more

Tongue,'Whimsical African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Sticking out its tongue, this striking and whimsical mask is designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. This mask is carved entirely by hand from a single piece of sese wood, decorated with a textured pattern on the face and a dark stained finish over the rest. more

African wood mask, 'Joy'

I named this mask 'Joy' because these colors bring joy says Sinclair Yao Daley of his original design. He carves the sese wood mask by hand with a smiling expression and paints it yellow red blue black and white. 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

African wood mask, 'My Heart'

Sculpted by hand of native sese wood this African mask depicts an elegant woman. Long lashes frame her eyes and applications of aluminum create intricate patterns on her cheeks. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an original mask design he names Makoma ?û my... more

Ndidi,'Colorful Aluminum African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Featuring rich hues of blue and yellow, this multi-colored decorative mask is crafted out of rubberwood and aluminum by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. The artisan names the mask Ndidi , which means "patience" in the Igbo language. more

African wood mask, 'A Healer'

Handsome and proud this personage is named Afya which means health in the Swahili language. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu carves a stunning African mask and paints it by hand in cheerful colors. more

Aduji,'Textured Rustic African Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood and treated with a textured, rustic finish, this artistic African mask is designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. This stunning mask, finished in various colors, depicts a face with squinting eyes and a... more

Peace and Love,'Hand Crafted African Wood Mask from Ghana'

This unique mask is from Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie. The elongated mask is carved by hand from sese wood and adorned with embossed aluminum before being painted in green and yellow shades. more

Hand Carved Sese Wood and Brass African Wall Mask from Ghana 'Ayomide'

Brass plates painted with burgundy red give a unique textural element to this multi-colored mask of West African origin. With pursed lips and stylized hair, this mask presented by Saeed Musah is sure to inspire awe. It is named Ayomide , which means... more

Beaded Mother,'African Sese Wood Mask with Intricate Multicolor Beading'

Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa presents this stunning sese wood mask plated in brass and intricately beaded in brick red, bright green and black beadwork. The mask features slit eyes, a long nose and a closed mouth, with etched lines above the... more

'African Rhinoceros Spirit' - Unique African Wood Wall Mask

Shaped like an elongated almond this mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood and paints it by hand. Parallel lines form a headdress and a mighty African rhinoceros marches across the forehead. Embossed on... more

African Love,'Colorful African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood and decorated with embossed aluminum on the cheeks, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson. She paints the mask with stripes of green and orange, given a rustic finish. more

Female Dan,'Black and Gold African Wood Dan Mask from Ghana'

Used by the Dan people of the Ivory Coast to protect loved ones from evil when they are away from home, this African mask is created by Ghana's Godfred France. The mask depicts a female face, hand-carved from sese wood and decorated with embossed... more

Golden Goat,'Gold-Tone African Wood Goat Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, the face of a goat-man is depicted in this African mask from Ghana. Raphat Asigbey designs this mask, its textured face given a gold-tone finish. more

African wood mask, 'Fear None but God'

This original mask design from Ghana's Anna Yawson features the adinkra symbol for gye nyame or fear none but God . The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and paints it in black and magenta with carved accents. Adinkra symbols originally... more