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Ghanaian wood mask, 'Small Bird'

Most afternoons when I am at home relaxing under a tree I observe a small bird with a long beak Abdul Aziz Mohamadu muses. I admire the busy little creature so much that I created a mask to honor it. It has no specific cultural significance but is an... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Dzonu Warrior'

This extraordinary mask is inspired by the traditions of the Dzonu people of Ghana's Volta Region. Featuring a bird looking downward it was usually gifted to brave warriors. Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo designs the mask carved from local sese wood and adorned... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Astute Warrior'

Nondescript features could be any man in this handsome mask designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. Warriors of Ghana's Zuglo tribe used this mask as a camouflage disguising themselves during battle so that their enemies couldn't identify them she explains.... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Valiant Woman'

Her features are composed her head lifted with pride as a bird alights on her head. Evelyn Kafui designs this elegant mask adorning the surface with aluminum repousse. She names it Amiyo A Valiant Woman in the language of Ghana's Krobo people. Such... 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

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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Village Wise Man'

Expressed in sese wood an elongated visage purses lips and peers through narrowed eyes. Ernestina Oppong Asante portrays a village sage deep in thought. A cap tops the slender face; the long dark line of the nose balances the ample forehead. This... more

Ghanaian Ahoufe,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask Hand Carved in Ghana'

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. Intricate textured... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Let's Celebrate'

Named Ofono ?û an Adamgbe word meaning pouring of libation ?û this colorful mask invites celebration. Sefah Mohammed carves and paints the piece by hand adding textures with white clay and applying embossed aluminum to the forehead. Such masks are used... more

'Fortunes' - Handcrafted African Ghanaian Wood Mask

This bright and colorful mask celebrates the start of the Homowo Festival of Ghana's Ga people. According to custom long ago people were starving due to a lack of rain and no harvest. Eventually the rains returned and Homowo (from homo meaning hunger... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'African Ghost'

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

Free Wanderer,'Ghanaian Hand Carved African Sese Wood Freedom Mask'

This unique African mask by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng comes to life in rich suar wood. A familiar mask-shape is hand-carved with eye, nose and mouth details in deep tones of royal blue and beige. Raked line details and a protruding wood-comb... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Be Persistent'

Crafted and painted by hand this colorful mask is the work of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Embossed aluminum adorns the cheeks for contrast and textural interest and the white tonalities come from applications of clay. An original design from his own... more

Future Queen,'Ghanaian Artisan Crafted Queen-Themed African Wood Mask'

Inspired by African custom and tradition, Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie hand-carves this mask drawing on a lifetime of woodworking experience and his passion for design. Integrating a base that allows it to stand on a table or hang from the wall, this... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Peace on Earth'

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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Prudence'

A wide forehead suggests the wisdom of experience. Eyes are watchful and the mouth is prudently closed. This personage listens observes and thinks before taking action. Carving African sese wood Nana Frimpong creates a mask of his own design. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Transfer of Authority'

This imposing personage speaks with conviction his proud features crowned by horns. Carved by hand from native sese wood the authentic African mask is designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. She names it Dzator which means transfer of authority in the... more

Stalwart Rooster,'Ghanaian Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask with Rooster'

This beautiful mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Theophilus Sackey. The hand-carved design is made from sese wood. The mask features an elongated face decorated with a rooster crafted from aluminum plate. The artist finishes the design with a touch... more

Onua,'Ghanaian Batik African Mask Collage in a Wood Frame'

A West African mask appears in a multi-layered, dimensional image that reflects the culture and vivid colors of West Africa. Emmanuel Atiemoh Yeboa portrays the visage in oils on calico, adding colorful batik fabric cutouts. Original and beautiful, it... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Beaded Antelope'

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 repousse. In African mythology the antelope is a symbol... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Vigilant Birds'

Stylized birds gaze in two directions on this mask by Theophilus Sackey. Hewn from native sese wood and detailed by hand the handsome mask is covered with richly textured embossed aluminum. The handcrafted treasure arises from the artisan's own... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Beautiful'

Smooth features are serene and symmetrical. Hand-carved by Nana Adu Amankwapam I this handsome mask arises from his own creative imagination. I was inspired by the beauty of the color black he confides. more

Akwasi,'African Wood Mask Hand Crafted by Ghanaian Artisan'

This impressive mask is designed and carved by hand by Ghana's Samuel Okyere. The elongated face is carved with various designs and accented with embossed aluminum plates. The artisan names his original design Akwasi , which is the name given to a boy... more

Ghanaian wood masks, 'God of Night' (pair)

Master carver Gordon Adu presents this original pair of sese wood masks as a personal tribute to the moon. In the countryside when night falls and people are away from home they use the moon as a guide explains Adu. That is why they regard the moon as... more

Ogyam,'Ghanaian Sese Wood Mask with Embossed Aluminum Plating'

By Rita Addo Zakour, this noble mask depicts a long, slender visage who opens his mouth to sing. This original mask is carved and painted by hand and is adorned with intricately embossed aluminum plating. It is named Ogyam , an Akan word which means... more

Novica Handmade Suumo Birds African Wood Mask

Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey names this African mask Suumo, which means "love" in the Ga language. more

Fierce Red,'Hand Made Red Wood Aluminum African Wall Mask from Ghana'

Depicting a stoic face, this Ghanaian mask is hand-carved from local sese wood by Henry Acquah, finished in red and yellow and accented with embossed aluminum for rich textural interest. The gaze of this mask is fierce and immutable, with small horns... more

Edinam Luck,'Hand Made Wood and Aluminum African Mask from Ghana'

Meaning "lucky" in the Ewe language, this African mask is named Edinam. Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie carves it by hand from local sese wood, painting it with red and yellow colors. He adds embossed aluminum sheet to the bottom portion of the mask,... more

Kunimdu,'Hand Made Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

With its rainbow stripes, wide, doe-eyes, and surprised mouth, Samuel Kofi Kumi's mask will instantly charm you. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the round mask from local sese wood before painting its features black and white with colorful, radiating... more

Saarkin Kofar Nasarawa,'Handmade Ofram Wood and Leather Mask'

Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface bright blue before covering the top half in leather, rattan, jute... more

Butsomekpoe,'Handmade Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask'

Raphat Asigbey designs a vibrant mask with bold colors that will jump off your wall. Ghanaian artisans carry out Raphat's vision by hand carving the mask from local sese wood before embellishing the cheeks and forehead with aluminum plate. The artisan... more

Sarkin Kofar Wambai,'Hand Made Ofram Wood and Leather Mask'

Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface black before covering the top half in rich leather, rattan, and jute. more

Se Fadzi,'Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask'

Raphat Asigbey designs a mask called Se Fadzi , which means, "God has comforted me" in Ghana. Ghanaian artisans carry out Raphat's vision by hand carving the mask from sese wood with local tools, embellishing the cheeks with copper wire and painting... 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

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