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Green Face,'Recycled Plastic Beaded African Mask in Green from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood and painted green with a clay rub for a distressed finish, this circular African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed. He diligently decorates the mask by hand with petite, colorful beads of recycled plastic for an... more

Trio of Faces,'African Wood and Aluminum Trio Mask from Ghana'

Featuring round, geometric, and eye shapes, a trio of faces is depicted in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Habib Mustapha creates this mask, hand-carving each face from sese wood with a painted finish in hues of black, red, and green. Each mask... more

Boboto Faces,'Hand Painted African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this stunning wall mask to brighten your home. Carved from local sese wood and hand painted, the oblong mask features several faces that join to become one. The artisan calls the mask Boboto , a Congolese word that... more

Unique Face,'African Wood Mask Carved and Painted By Hand in Ghana'

Embossed brass accents above the eyes and on the cheeks as well as carving details on the forehead and rich lips are what make this wood mask so distinctive and captivating. Hand-painted and hand-carved from sese wood in Ghana, it is an exceptional... more

Faces of Bravery,'Two African Glass Beaded Sese Wood Masks from Ghana'

Standing atop bases, two faces of bravery are carved by hand of Ghanaian sese wood. Presented by Victoria Agyepomaa, the masks are elaborated with colorful recycled glass beads as well as embossed aluminum that takes the shape of the Adinkra symbol... more

African wood mask, 'The Face of Happiness'

Bright colors light up a smiling face carved from seasoned sese wood. By Ghana's Victoria Agyepomaa this beautiful African mask is named Anigye which means happiness in the Akan language. Applications of hand-embossed aluminum repousse add wonderful... more

Wreathed Face,'Rustic Tabletop African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, this African tabletop mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani. A red face is wreated by intricate triangle patterns and inscribed motifs. A clay rub gives this mask a rustic finish. more

Epa Face,'Painted African Wood Mask from Ghana'

By Ghanaian artisan K. Baka, this tall African mask is handcrafted of sese wood and painted with colorful dot motifs. The mask is named Epa, meaning "handcuff" in the Akan language, referring to the interlocking square design at the forehead. more

Dark Face,'Black Sese Wood and Aluminum African Wall Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood, a dark face with squinted eyes forms this African mask from Ghana. Enoch Adjei designs this striking addition to your home decor, accentuating the forehead and cheeks with embossed aluminum that shimmers. more

Square Face,'Square African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood and accentuated by embossed aluminum accents, a square face in hues of yellow, red, blue, and black makes a charming addition to your wall decor. Ghanaian artisan Enoch Afram creates this African mask, which displays a... more

Floral Face,'Cotton Accented African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Accented with blue cotton that features printed floral motifs, this African mask is created by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He hand-carves the mask from sese wood, given a dark finish. At the top, this mask features the carved image of a bird. more

Merciful Face,'African Wood Mask in Grey Crafted in Ghana'

Imagining a merciful person, Rita Addo Zakour designs this African mask from Ghana. This tall face is hand-carved from sese wood, given a distressed grey finish with stark black accents. Wavy patterns accentuate the upper part of the forehead. more

African wood mask, 'Star Face'

Hand-carved of sese wood this bright African mask is an original design by Ali Mohammed. He paints the yellow wall mask by hand decorating it with stars on one cheek and an elephant on the forehead. more

Asantewaa Face,'Queen Asantewaa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by Queen Yaa Asantewaa, the famous queen mother of Ghana who ruled during the Ashanti Empire, Winfred Ansah Okoampah designs this striking African mask. Local artisans hand-carve this mask from sese wood that is given a solid black finish,... more

Brantihene Face,'Brown and Gold African Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Wearing a hat of gold, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley. He hand-carves this mask from a single piece of sese wood, which is treated with a rustic finish. This mask is named Brantihene, which means "youth chief" in the... more

Nduka Is Life,'Two Faces One African Mask Weathered Wood Hand Carved Art'

With the Nduka mask Awudu Saaed celebrates "life." The Ghanaian artisan uses the Igbo word to name his original design of this wall mask featuring two faces. Expertly carved by hand of sese wood, the mask is further adorned with embossed aluminum and... more

Patterned Face,'Oval African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood and accented by aluminum on the forehead and face, this African mask is designed by Otchere Raymond. Ghanaian artisans elaborate this mask, adding a touch of beauty and culture to your home decor. 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

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

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, 'Akwapim Protector' - African Wood Mask

An elongated face stares with worried eyes his brow wrinkled with concern. This beautiful mask comes from the Akwapim people from the area around Aburi in Ghana. Named Banbofo (Protector) it is masterfully carved by Walter Kuma. Community priests... 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

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

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

Akan wood mask, 'For Unity' - African Wood Mask

Serenely beautiful a stylized face seems to gaze into the distance as though dreaming. Intricate textures in aluminum repousse cover the cheeks nose and forehead of this elegant mask. Named Biakoye ?û Unity in the Akan language it attests to Walter... 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, '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, '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

Novica Handmade Face To Face African Wood Mask

Ghana's Victor Ayambire hand carves this striking mask of his original design from native sese wood. The lower portion features a hand-painted face in shades of yellow and orange, while a second smaller face looks on from above. 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, '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

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, 'Wisdom of Two' - Unique African Wood Mask

Long and slender the central figure of this extraordinary mask seems to speak pronouncing words that are profound. His eyes exude wisdom. Flanked by four profiles whose braided hair is clearly depicted the mask is richly detailed in three dimensions.... 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

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

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, '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