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Kwele Mask II,'African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art'

Christopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo and features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. The... more

Traditional Nose,'African Sese Wood Mask with Brass Plating'

With its long nose, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu's hand crafted mask will give you a reason to smile. The Ghanaian artisan carves the oblong mask from local sese wood before plating the nose with textured brass for a subtle shining effect. Finally, the mask is... more

African wood mask, 'Matemasie'

Abdul Salami Amadu designs this splendid mask to share the meaning of Matemasie the Adinkra symbols that means What I hear I keep. Detailed on the forehead of this hand-carved sese wood mask the implied meaning of this legendary symbol is I understand... more

African Flower,'Sese Wood and Brass Plated Mask from Ghana'

Hints of shimmering gold- and silver-tone pop through the jet black surface of Erasmus Philip Ahorlu's fascinating mask. Ghanaian artisans hand carve the mask from local sese wood before plating the forehead and eyes in textured brass and aluminum and... more

Atanga,'Warm Toned African Sese Wood Mask with Aluminum Accents'

Embossed aluminum plates crown a traditional creation by Victor Ayambire from Ghana. Proud of his heritage, the talented artisan uses sese wood to create this African mask in a palette of yellow, orange, red and black hues, creating a captivating aura... more

Grinning Gorilla,'African Sese Wood Gorilla Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood with a clay-rubbed rustic finish, a gorilla grins from your wall. Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante creates this African mask, realizing each minute detail with diligence. more

Lucky Mask,'Traditional Oval African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Frank Odei Amoani presents a gorgeous homage to Ghana's culture and tradition. Working with sese wood, the artisan creates this elongated oval-shaped African mask with a brushed finish, allowing for a luminous illusion around the artwork and enhancing... more

Fauna Mask,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask in Black and Red Hues'

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. Drawing inspiration from his culture and the stunning nature... more

Fang Ngil II,'African Fang Tribe Mask of Social Order Wood Wall Mask'

Long and lean, the Fang ngil mask is worn by those belonging to the Ngil association of the Fang people of Gabon. Their duty is to preserve social order. Ghanaian artisan Christopher Nyasafo carves by hand the sese wood mask replica and decorates it... more

Kwele Mask I,'African Art Heart Shaped Kwele Protective Handmade 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. The masks are regarded as highly... more

Afadjato Masks,'Colorful Wood African Mask Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 6)'

Named after Afadjato, the tallest mountain in Ghana, this set of six ornaments is designed by Robert Aidoo-Taylor. He hand-carves each ornament from ofram wood in the shape of an African mask. A rustic finish completes this colorful set. more

Ghanaian mask, 'Akan Muse' - Unique African Wood Mask

Her beauty framed by braided hair tied in a chignon over her head a woman's face is adorned with flowing artistry. Gordon Adu names his original creation Eye fe the Akan term for beautiful. The stunning mask is carved by hand from sese wood and... more

African wood mask, 'Maigaya' - Hand Carved Nigerian Mask

Wearing the colors of Africa this mask symbolizes Maigaya or faithfulness in the Hausa language. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu recreates the Nigerian mask with exceptional detail as he crafts the African rubberwood mask by hand. He decorates it with brass and... more

African wood mask, 'Grebo War Mask'

Salihu Ibrahim replicates the Grebo war mask with faithful artistry featuring wide eyes intended to terrify enemies. The Grebo are a subgroup of the Kru people of Liberia and Ivory Coast. Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask by hand and finishes it with... more

Nafana Pride,'African Wall Mask from Bedu Tribe for Protection and Dance'

In pink and cream, this replica mask from Ivory Coast's Nafana people is worn by dancers during ceremonies and it is designed to get rid of harmful spirits. Ghanaian master carver Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the beauty of this millenary... more

Novica Handmade Protection I African Wood Mask

K. Baka in Ghana creates this wonderful wall mask as a reminder to protect ourselves and maintain our health. more

African wood mask, 'Dan Protection I'

Salihu Ibrahim is inspired by age-old masks from the Dan culture and reinterprets the design with this original piece. This type of mask is believed to have been used by the Dan people of west Liberia Guinea Conakry and west Ivory Coast to regulate... more

Bungalow Rose Bridal Protection Coast Wood Mask in Black/Brown/Gray | 12.5 H x 5.5 W in | Wayfair 7FF9DEBF1B8746E09DA495A8B8ED58BD

The artisan creates an impressive replica of the bridal mask worn by the Mandey people from Cote d'Ivoire. It is worn to ensure the newlyweds will have children. They believe that by keeping their faces hidden during the marriage ceremony they are... more

Congolese wood African mask, 'Kind Neighbor' - Congo Zaire Wood Mask

The Songye people of Congo honor the kindest person in their community with this stunning mask. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the art of this admirable tribe which is governed by a chief who depends on the support of the tribe's several secret societies. more

Protective Dan,'Hand Carved Sese Wood and Jute West African Wall Mask'

Inspired by the Dan people of Liberia this African wood mask is used for protection and as a channel for communication with the spirit world. Eva Asantewa Amakye of Ghana, meticulously hand carves this mask from sese wood and completes it with a beard... 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

Tribal Friend,'Rustic African Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Featuring a long nose with squinting eyes and a wide open mouth, this African mask is designed by Rita Addo Zakour in Ghana. She works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this mask from a single piece of sese wood accented with intricate patterns... more

Wood African mask, 'My True Love'

Rita Addo Zakour demonstrates her creative skills with this delightful African mask. Covered by symmetrical motifs the face represents a woman and arises from the artisan's own imagination. She names the piece Medofo pa My True Love in the Twi language... more

African wood mask, 'Stargazer'

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates the original design of this wall mask featuring a radiant star expertly embossed in brass. The Ghanaian artisan crafts the sese wood mask by hand further decorating the face with brass tribal markings and painted details. 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

Guro,'Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

This stunning mask is the creation of Ghana's Emmanuel Austin Ankude, who names his design in honor of the Guro people from the Ivory Coast. The West African artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, sands the surface smooth, then paints the... more

Abokin Tsuntsu,'Handmade Sese Wood African Mask with Bird from Ghana'

Sefah Annwhar often gets his inspiration from nature, as with this African mask named Abokin Tsuntsu, which means "Bird's Friend" in the Hausa language. The Ghanaian artisan hand-carves this design from sese wood, and then paints it and adds embossed... more

Bwa Nunuma,'Artisan Made African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo hand carves this intriguing mask from local sese wood, painting its surface in contrasting brown, white, and red. The name of the mask represents the Bwa and Nunuma tribes, who live in the savannah of central Burkina Faso. more

Odwira Protector,'Round Dark Brown and Red Wood and Aluminum African Mask'

Artisan Enoch Adjei of Ghana hand carves this sese wood decorative mask. With a round, dark brown face, the mask is accented with four, dark red ridged aluminum plates on the cheeks and forehead. The eyes and rim of the mask are also accented in dark... more

Good Mood,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask'

With its striped headdress, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu is sure to attract plenty of attention. Ghanaian artisans hand carve the mask from local sese wood before plating the forehead and cheeks in textured aluminum and painting its features in light brown... more

Fang Ngil Man,'Handcrafted Long African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Named Fang Ngil , meaning "gorilla mask" in Gabon, this exciting wall mask is presented by Salihu Ibrahim. He hand-carves the mask of sese wood, featuring an elongated shape in beige with dark colored lips and bold engravings on the brow, cheeks, and... more

Gye Nyame Vibrations,'Sese Wood African Gye Nyame Adinkra Mask from Ghana'

The Adinkra symbol Gye Nyame, meaning "except for God," is realized in relief at the forehead of this African mask from Ghana. Theophilus Sackey designs the mask, carving it by hand of sese wood and painting it black and beige. Curving line motifs at... more

African wood mask, 'Ahinkwa'

Anna Yawson in Ghana presents an original mask design that it simple yet bold. The elongated mask is carved by hand from sese wood and painted bright orange and black. The artisan names the design ahinkwa which means king's servant in the Twi dialect... more

Ossyeba Reliquary,'Unique African Mask Handcrafted from Wood and Metal'

Part of the Kota tribe in far northeast Gabon near the Congo border, the Ossyeba practice ancestor worship and once used reliquaries extensively in their funeral ceremonies. The figures are intended to protect the deceased from evil spirits. Victor... more

African wood mini-masks, 'Ntaafo' (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 twisted copper wire. Despite their petite size the artisan's... more

African wood mask, 'God Has Heard Me'

A bird perches on a young man's forehead reaching down to caress him with its beak. Shaped like a seed this West African mask features elegant repousse textures that complement its sese wood contours. Victor Dushie names his handcrafted design Etornam... more

Sankofa Philosophy,'African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol'

Theophilus Anum designs a mask of impressive beauty crowned with the Sankofa bird, from the Akan adinkra symbol. Shaped like a bird with its head turned towards its back, it symbolizes learning from the past. The sese wood wall mask is crafted by hand... more

Queenie,'Hand Painted African Sese Wood Mask'

This long, regal mask designed by West Africa's Theophilus Anum is sure to attract admirers. The artisan carves the mask from local sese wood, hand painting either end in black, then finishes the middle in hues of cream and yellow. more