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Bungalow Rose Jadynn African Tribes Dogon Kanaga II On Wood Print Wood in Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair

Wood art printed on wood planks is a mesmerizing fusion of nature's intrinsic allure and artistic ingenuity. Each piece starts with a careful selection of wooden planks, chosen for their distinctive grains, knots, and textures, transforming them into... more

Williston Forge African Tribes Dogon Mali II On Wood Print Wood in Brown | 20 H x 10 W x 0.78 D in | Wayfair CC07146AB3674D4C986047818581F034

Wood art printed on wood planks is a mesmerizing fusion of nature's intrinsic allure and artistic ingenuity. Each piece starts with the careful selection of wooden planks, chosen for their distinctive grains, knots, and textures, transforming them into... 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

Dogon Celebration,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Wall Mask'

Traditionally used on celebratory occasions, this sort of wall mask is characteristic of the Dogon tribe of Mali in West Africa. Crafted in Ghana, the sese wood mask is hand carved by Emmanuel Austin Ankude, who paints the wood dark brown and finishes... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Successor' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

His long narrow face is shaped like a seed ?ù promise of new life. Designed by Rita Addo Zakour this elegant mask is crafted by hand and adorned with embossed aluminum. Based on centuries of Ghanaian tradition the design arises from the artisan's own... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Be Faithful' - Unique African Wood Mask

With narrowed eyes that discern people's motives this handsome visage speaks out boldly. Godfred France creates the beautiful African mask in an original design he names Zuba Faithfulness in the Hausa language. There is a lot of mistrust in the world... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Protect the Jungle' - African Wood Wall 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 Ghana he... more

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, 'Lady Obenewaa' - African Wood Mask

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 Obenewaa a popular girl's name among... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Beautiful Soul' - Hand Crafted African Wood Mask

Limpid eyes and an earnest voice seem inherent to this compelling mask. Godfred France creates a design of elegant harmony embellishing African sese wood with hand-embossed brass and aluminum. Named Shankoko ?û a Hausa word meaning the soul the mask... 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, 'Happiness' - African Wood Mask

Carved by hand from native sese wood this elegant mask is an original design by Awudu Saaed. The cheerful personage is enhanced by aluminum with richly ornate textures. The artisan names the mask Anigye Happiness in the Akan language. more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Harvest Hope' - African Wood Mask

Precise geometric forms distinguish this handsome mask by Godfred France. Carved by hand from seasoned sese wood it flaunts exquisite textures. Such masks are used by Ghana's Mamprusi people who use them during their harvest season. They wear them in... more

Congolese wood African mask, 'Brave Hunter' - Hand Made Wood Mask

Salihu Ibrahim reveals the artistic mysteries of the Songye people with this impressive hand-carved mask. This tribe from Congo is known to have several secret societies and a distinctive form of artistry characterizes each one. Ibrahim presents the... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Wa Iron Warrior' - African Wood Mask

Tall and slender this imposing mask is covered with ornate aluminum repousse. Embossed brass adds contrast to the superbly sculpted work of art. Godfred France transforms seasoned sese wood into a cultural manifestation from Wa in Ghana's Upper Western... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Girl Grows Up' - Hand Beaded African Wood Mask

This elegant mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu is colorful and beautiful. Adorned with gleaming brass and intricately embossed aluminum it depicts a beloved daughter. Recycled glass beads in red yellow green and blue give the mask a festive air. These are... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Shower of Blessings' - African Wood Mask

Birds pose on the forehead of this dramatic mask by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Carved and painted by hand it is embellished with applications of brass and aluminum repousse while bright beads adorn the cheeks. The masks are seen in the area of Nandom... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'King of the Insect World' - African Wood Mask

Taking human form an insect is lord of his kingdom. Ghana's Anna Yawson presents an intriguing mask that combines sleek surfaces with the intricate textures of embossed aluminum. My love for all animals has led me to craft several animals using wood... 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

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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Ladder of Death' - African Wood Mask

This imposing mask depicts a personage that is somber in the face of death. Oblique eyes a slender nose and full lips emerge from textured sheets of aluminum repousse. Carved and painted by hand the mask is the work of Theophilus Sackey. An adinkra... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Courage' - African Wood Mask

Tall strong horns symbolize strength and bravery in this handsome mask. Designer Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo achieves a powerful image as she creates a traditional West African image. Such masks are carried by warriors to demonstrate their courage. The... more

Akan wood mask, 'African Family' - Akan Wood Mask

Ebusuah is the Akan-Asante word for family and in this spectacular mask one can see the head of the family serenely surveying his realm atop the mask. Other members of the family are shown on the borders of the mask. Hand-carved by Nana Frimpong this... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'New Classic' - African Wood Wall Mask

Master carver Daniel Asante expands on Ghana's mask traditions for the exclusive design of this mask. It is carved of tweneboah wood featuring a bird looking downwards upon the face. Asante paints his original creation by hand and decorates it with... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Kulango Earth God' - Handmade African Wood Mask

Circular horns crown this enigmatic personage by Salihu Ibrahim. It represents the earth god Tano who is honored with an annual festival by the Kulango people of Cote d'Ivoire. Bold and colorful motifs heighten the drama of the mask's simple geometry. 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

Dogon People,'Artisan Crafted Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Emmanuel Austin Ankude in Ghana crafts this horned mask to honor the Dogon people, an ethnic group located mainly in the administrative districts of Bandiagara and Douentza in Mali. The artisan hand carves the mask from sese wood with four horns, then... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Let Peace Reign' - African Wood Mask

Hopeful Chief Carver Nana Frimpong designs an original mask so that it may grant him a wish that peace may reign. He carves it by hand from sese wood and decorates it with a long protrusion over the nose. It is meant to be a bridge that joins... 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

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

African wood mask, 'Companionship' - Fair Trade Wood Mask

Sharing facial features a black and yellow mask symbolizes unity among races in the art of Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng. I designed this mask as a symbol of the harmony that could exist between people of different origins. It is to inspire loyalty and... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Agona Antelope' - African Wood Mask

By Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng this intriguing mask depicts an antelope the totem of the royal family's Agona clan from Aburi. Long horns spiral upward while the alert face shows human lips. Earrings of clay beads and cotton threads complete the design. more

African tribal wood mask, 'Fortune' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

Geometric motifs adorn tall horns on this dramatic mask. Meticulously carved by Salihu Ibrahim it comes from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso. Ibrahim paints the mask by hand and rubs it with white clay while river stones become the shining eyes. Such... 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