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Mossi,'Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo creates this stunning African mask in honor of the Mossi people, an ethnic group native to modern Burkina Faso. The artisan carves the mask from local wood, sands the surface smooth, then paints the wood in bold red, green,... more

Cheetah Totem,'Hand Made Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask'

From Ghana's Samuel Kofi Kumi, this bold cheetah mask is just what your white walls are crying out for. The artisan uses local tools to hand craft the mask from native sese wood, adding aluminum and brass plating for a textured effect and painting the... more

Novica Handmade Barong Macan Ii Wood Mask

Made Mulyani of Bali presents yet another carved wood mask in the image of Barong in tiger form--beloved creature and prominent figure in Hindu mythology. more

Ibiobio Horn,'Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask'

A dark brown chair crowns the head of this unusual smiling mask designed by West Africa's Christopher Nyasafo. Crafted from local sese wood and jute details, the mask is called Ibiobio Horn , named after a coastal people who live in southern Nigeria. more

Handmade African Wood Mask, 'Osunu' (Ghana) - 19" H x 11" W x 3.7" D

This hand-carved mask of sese wood is adorned with rich colors and a prominent aluminum plate, named Osunu, or "elephant" in the Twi dialect spoken by the Akan tribe of Ghana. more

Punisher,'Handmade African Wood Wall Mask'

This mask's expression is one of mystery, intended to instill fear. Eddison Agbeko carves this intriguing sese wood replica inspired by the customs and traditions of the Fang people of Congo. It is linked with the dead and it is regarded as a symbol of... more

'Punu Beauty' - Hand Made Gabonese Wood Mask

Almond eyes beneath arched brows represent the Punu standard of feminine beauty. Painted white the serene features suggest one who has passed on to the realm of spirits. The tall hairdo denotes a woman from the Punu tribe of the upper Ngoume River... more

Wide Eyes,'Hand Made Sese Wood Wall Mask'

With its long face and close-set eyes, Emmanuel Austin Ankude's wall mask adopts a pensive expression. The artisan in Ghana uses sese wood to hand carve the mask, engraving the local wood with an array of impressive details. more

Gleaming Forehead,'Handmade African Sese Wood and Brass Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood and painted in colors of mahogany, black, and indigo, this African mask is designed by Victoria Agyepomaa. She accentuates the image with a gleaming brass cross at the forehead and small brass circles on the cheeks. more

Milandu,'Hand Made Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this stunning wall mask to brighten your home. Carved from local sese wood, the mask features two black horns and a red tribal mark on its cheek. The artisan calls the mask Milandu , which means "pleasant person" in... more

Bangwa,'Handmade African Sese Wood Mask'

This mask, hand carved with a high, ridged forehead, is the creation of West Africa's Sinclair Yao Daley. Crafted from local sese wood, the smiling mask with drooping cheeks is painted in brown and cream colors. The artisan titles the mask Bangwa after... more

Fang Tribe,'Handmade Sese Wood Tribal Mask from Ghana'

Accented with tribal marks, this mask honors the Fang people, a Bantu ethnic group found in Guinea, Gabon, and Cameroon. Emmanuel Austin Ankude in Ghana uses sese wood to hand carve the mask, engraving the local with minimal detail for a stylized look. more

Bat,'Hand Made African Sese Wood Round Mask'

This round mask with a surprised expression is the creation of West African artisan Daniel Quarcoo. Hand crafted from local sese wood, the mask is adorned with tiny recycled glass beads in many colors and painted in black and brown. more

Igbo Tribe,'Handmade Sese Wood And Glass Beaded Mask'

Colorful glass beads dangle playfully from this captivating African mask designed by Christopher Nyasafo. The artisan carves the mask from sese wood, then hand-paints the wood in brown and cream before attaching the recycled glass beads. The artisan... more

Old Grandfather's Face,'Handmade Hibiscus Wood Mask'

Often worn during Balinese ceremonies, Wayan Rendah mask depicts the face of anak lingsir , or "grandfather." The artisan hand carves the mask from hibiscus wood with a gorgeous natural grain before polishing the surface for a subtle but beautiful luster. more

Protection I,'Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask'

K. Baka in Ghana creates this wonderful wall mask as a reminder to protect ourselves and maintain our health. The West African artisan hand carves the figure from local sese wood, painting the face with a protective mask and bright yellow flowers that... more

Benevolent Emiyi,'Handmade African Wood Mask in Blue from Ghana'

Adding beautifully to your home decor, this African mask depicts a sea-green face that wears an ornate helmet. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates the mask, hand-carving it of sese wood and accenting it with embossed aluminum. he personage wears royal blue on... more

Handmade Guro Unity Ivoirian Wood Mask (Ghana)

Abstract motifs adorn the ring that rises from a crown. It features two human heads, united in a single purpose. Transforming native sese wood with his vision and talent, Salihu Ibrahim sculpts a mask from the Guro tribe of Cote d'Ivoire. more

Novica Handmade Jungle Diversity Wood Mask

Hoping to preserve their culture and honor their country's fauna, artisans of the Caronco Maleku Association from Costa Rica handcraft a balsa wood mask. more

Chewa People,'Handmade Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Designed to honor the Chewa people, a Bantu ethnic group native to southern and central Africa, this charming wall mask is the creation of Emmanuel Austin Ankude in Ghana. The artisan uses sese wood to hand carve the mask, engraving the face with a... more

Nolwazi,'Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Adinkra Mask from Ghana'

Working with local artisans in Ghana, Victoria Agyepomaa designs this stunning mask that is hand carved from sese wood. The cheeks and forehead of the mask are covered with textured aluminum repoussé metalwork, which creates a lovely contrast against... more

Thandeka,'Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask from Ghana'

Working with local artisans in Ghana, Victoria Agyepomaa designs this stunning mask that is hand carved from sese wood to resemble a woman's face. The cheeks and forehead of the mask are covered with textured aluminum repoussé metalwork, which creates... more

Narrow View,'Multicolored Handmade African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Determined to make her way in the world as an artisan, Ghana's Victoria Agyepomaa designs fascinating masks. This mask is carved by hand from sese wood and then painted in bold shades of brick red, yellow and black. Embossed aluminum adorns both cheeks... more

Panji Semirang,'Hand Made Batik Wood Mask from Java'

Decorated with vibrant and tonal colors, Gunadi's wall mask depicts Panji Semirang, an Indonesian prince of epic poetry. The Javanese artisan hand carves the mask from wadang wood, using batik, a wax-resist dyeing method, to create colorful patterns.... more

Deer,'Handmade African Wood Deer Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood with etched accents and a panel of embossed aluminum on the forehead, a deer adds a touch of African charm to your home decor. Victoria Agyepomaa designs this African mask from Ghana. more

Arabesque,'Handmade Hibiscus Wood Mask'

Ready to grace any space in your home, this serene visage harbors a slight smile. Made Tresna in Bali carves the mask from hibiscus wood, adding curling vines that embrace the face. more

Novica Handmade Dan Mask African 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

Novica Handmade Unity Mask African Wood Mask

Daniel Quarcoo of Ghana presents this awe-inspiring mask of West African origin. Crafted from sese wood and beautified with bold hues of acrylic paint, this impressive wall mask is sure to add a stunning accent to your home decor. more

Handmade Saving Ghanaian Wood Mask (Ghana)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. A stylized face gazes into the distance as though dreaming. more

Novica Handmade Behind The Mask African Wood Mask

Erasmus Philip Ahorlu designs this spotted mask with large lips and a side glance. more

Handmade Kwele Mask Iii African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Christopher Nyasafo is inspired by the legendary masks of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. The wall mask features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. more

Handmade Thinking Mask African Wood Mask (Ghana)

A figure, hands to head, sits deep in contemplation on the forehead of this hand-carved mask. The mask's eyes rest narrowly open, calmly lost in thought, and the mouth also has a small open slit. more

Novica Handmade Balinese Masque Wood Mask

Nyoman Lasia in Bali designs and crafts this exquisite wood mask. The artisan hand carves the mask from hibiscus wood with an attractive natural grain, depicting the face of a Balinese woman on her way to temple. more

Novica Handmade Fauna Mask African Wood Mask

Ghana's Victor Ayambire is fascinated with the traditional masks of the region, as each represents the splendor of the ancient civilizations that once lived in this prosperous region. more

Novica Handmade Ghost Mask African Wood Mask

With narrowed eyes, a pale being calls out from the realms of the dead. Eric Danquah crafts a beautiful ghost mask of his own design. more

'Luba Death Mask' - Hand Made Wood Mask from Africa

His eyes are closed forever yet they seem to gaze protectively from beyond the grave. Incised with concentric circles in warm earth colors this mask is representative of the Lubo a Bantu speaking people from southern Congo. These are used during... more

Novica Handmade Lucky Mask African Wood Mask

Frank Odei Amoani presents a gorgeous homage to Ghana's culture and tradition. more

Novica Handmade Kwele Mask I African Wood Mask

Master carver Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the legendary mask of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. It features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. more