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Beninese wood African mask, 'Her Protection' - Beninese Wood Mask

By Rita Addo Zakour this imposing mask depicts Queen Idia mother of Oba (king) Esigie who ruled Benin in the 16th century. The king is said to have worn the mask around his neck to drive away the forces of evil. The artisan names her hand-carved mask... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Good Tidings' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Lavish texture and color distinguish this joyous mask designed by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. The eyes take the shape of cowry shells once used as currency in West Africa. Adorned with aluminum repousse it typifies masks presented by the mother of the bride... more

Africa wood mask, 'Fire' - African Wood Wall Mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu combines his passion for painting and carving in the original design of the mask. He calls it Wota the Hausa word for fire and carves it from African rubberwood. Hand-painted details and embossed aluminum plates give the mask a... more

Akan wood mask, 'Do Not Rush Life' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

Master carver Wilson Aboagye finds inspiration in the legendary art and teachings of the Akan people. This type of sese wood mask is known as Towo boa se which advises to take your time be patient. The bird leaning over the face signifies peace and so... more

Gabonese wood African mask, 'Fang Intercessor' - Gabonese Wood Mask

An imposing personage closes its eyes as though in prayer. By Nana Adu Amankwapam I this mask represents the Fang people of Gabon. The mask is believed to serve as an intermediary with the spiritual world he explains. Anytime they need to inquire the... 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

Nigerian wood mask, 'God's Bounty' - African Wood Mask

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu this mask conveys a quiet joy. Its colorful contours are hand carved from seasoned African rubberwood and beautifully painted. Seed beads of recycled glass adorn the cheeks and brow. Used by the Gogoberi tribe in Nigeria during... more

Akan wood mask, 'African Pride' - Hand Made Wood Mask

In the Akan language asuo refers to two people of the same social status while ahantan means pride. Kwaku Ofosuhene inventively touches upon these ideas in this piece rendering cultural meanings from the heart of sese wood. Brass copper and aluminum... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'God is in the Heavens' - Unique African Wood Mask

Suggesting ritual scarification richly textured repousse adorns the features of an African mask. The design arises from the artisan's own imagination as Theophilus Sackey depicts an adinkra symbol on the forehead. Nyame biri wo soro is a symbol of hope... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'A Good Mother' - Unique African Wood Mask

Her hair is beautifully combed and crowned with crimson ornaments. Rich repousse textures cover her calm face. Designed by Rita Addo Zakour this elegant mask depicts her own concept of Obaapa ?ù Good Mother in the Akan language. The mask is designed... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sign of Protection' - African Wood Mask

A master of traditional African design Godfred France creates a mask that arises from his own imagination. Its serene circular shape is harmonious balanced by big round eyes and a gently rounded mouth. But it is the rich repousse ornamentation that... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Fanti Girl' - African Wood Mask

Long and slender this striking mask comes from Rita Addo Zakour. Its minimalist line perfectly complements the ornate textures of lavish aluminum repousse. Zakour names the mask Nketiabah a girl's name among the Fanti people of central Ghana. 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

African wood mask, 'Chameleon' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

With a chameleon on its forehead and a smaller mask on the crown this mask represents the customs and traditions of the Asafo people. They have adopted the chameleon as their symbol for the Asafo tend to constantly move and change including their... 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

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

The Hut,'Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask'

Home is never far away with this unique hut-shaped mask from West Africa's Robert Aidoo-Taylor. Hand carved from local ofram wood, the artisan designs a face on the body of the hut, using the roof as a stand-in for an up-swept hairstyle. more

Sipho,'Hand Carved Multicolor West African Sese Wood Mask'

West African artist Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand carves this colorful mask from sese wood and names it Sipho , meaning "gift" in Zulu. Mohamadu uses local tools to carve the shape of the mask from one piece of sese wood, then dries it for two weeks before... more

Lioness,'Hand Crafted Sese Wood African Lion Mask from Ghana'

A roaring lion is carved by hand from sese wood with excellent detail, featuring a rustic, brown finish in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante carves the bold features by hand, drawing inspiration from the continent's varied fauna. more

Round Color,'Colorful African Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Round and colorful, this stunning African mask is designed by Daniel Quarcoo. He works with Ghanaian artisans who hand-carve this mask from sese wood, decorating it with triangle patterns and finished in hues of red, blue, yellow, and black. more

Multicolored Designs,'Triangle Pattern African Wood Mask from Ghana'

In hues of red, blue, beige, black, and brown, triangular designs decorate this round African mask from Ghana. Raphat Asigbey designs this stunning mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood by local artisans. more

Verdant Sankofa,'Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Against a verdant green forehead, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa decorates this African mask. Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey offers this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood. A hand-painted design and clay rub... more

Perceptions,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask'

Inspired by the playful spirit of monkeys, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu designs this hand painted mask. Ghanaian artisan hand carve the mask from local sese wood before sanding the surface smooth and painting its features a rich brown with blue and yellow... more

Tall Tsotsologa,'Brown and Black African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Depicting a face with a tall forehead, this African mask is hand-carved from sese wood, detailed with lovely patterned and finished in brown and black. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates this mask, which is named Tsotsologa, meaning "it is good for... more

Mama,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

A dark green headdress complements the deep blue of this stunning mask designed by West African artisan Abdul Razak. Hand carved from local sese wood, the mask is embellished with textured aluminum plating, then polished for smoothness and shine. 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

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

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

African wood mask, 'Bakota Reliquary Guardian'

Awudu Saaed creates his own version of the traditional Bakota reliquary guardian. This Gabonese tribe known also as Kota is reputed for honoring their ancestors with similar statuettes featuring a diamond shaped orifice within the neck called... 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

Beautiful Nta,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Twin Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, the faces of twins are portrayed in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates the mask, which is accented with intricately embossed aluminum. This mask is named Nta, which means "twin" in the Akan language. more

African beaded wood mask, 'Ntoboase III'

From Rita Addo Zakour?Æs Ntoboase series this original mask represents Patience in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood mask is crafted by hand featuring a cape-like design under the chin. Addo decorates the mask with painted details as well as... more

Ghanaian Unity,'Hand Carved West African Wood Brass and Aluminum Wall Mask'

Ghana's Victor Dushie creates this brilliant mask that he hand carves from native sese wood before painting it in vivid shades of blue, brick orange, red, and dark brown. The artisan's own design features stunning textured aluminum repoussé metalwork... more