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Kantanka,'Artisan Crafted Decorative Wood African Mask'

From the creative mind of Ghanaian artisan Kobina Asmah comes this striking Kantanka mask. Translated from the Akan language to mean "strong," Kantanka rests sturdy and stoic as the bold colors and sophisticated design convey a powerful image.... more

African wood mask, 'Ahoufe'

Robert Nortey creates the original design of the Ahoufe to personify his idea of Beauty as it is said in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. Nortey carves the sese wood mask by hand featuring half-open eyes with eyelashes. She wears a tall and ornate... more

Gyidi Face,'Blue and Purple African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Meaning "faith" in the Akan language of Ghana, this African mask is named Gyidi. Ali Mohammed designs this mask, which is hand-carved from sese wood. This mask is decorated with etched patterns, given a rustic purple and blue finish. more

Abotare,'Handmade West African Sese Wood Mask and Aluminum Plating'

With large brown eyes, an open mouth and a prominent gold nose with a crosshatch design, this sese wood mask asks for abotar , which means "patience" in Akan. Designer Rita Addo Zakour of Ghana creates this original mask, richly embellished with... more

Oman Hene,'Sese Wood Mask of an African Chief from Ghana'

Named Oman Hene in the Akan language, this African mask depicts the face of a tribal chief. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley creates this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood. The chief's face is given a rustic finish, while his... more

Patience,'Hand Crafted African Wood Mask of Patience with Stand'

From Rita Addo Zakour's "Ntoboase" series, this original African mask represents "Patience," in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood image is carved and painted by hand in shades of brown, lemon green, green, baby blue, and white. Featuring a... more

'Handcrafted Sese Wood Baule-Style African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Christopher Nyasafo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood to depict a face painted brown. He works in the style of traditional Baule masks, representing a subgroup of the Akan people in the Ivory Coast. Depicting a man and a... more

Akuaba,'African wood mask'

Samuel Okyere replicates the Akuaba (fertility) mask of the Akan people with impressive detail. He carves the mask by hand from sese wood and includes a doll as part of the headdress. Adorned with embossed aluminum plates and painted details, the mask... more

Rustic Obua,'Rustic African Wood Mask in Green from Ghana'

Painted green and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with local artisans, who hand-carve this egg-shaped mask from a single piece of sese wood. This mask is named Obua , an Akan name given... more

African beaded wood mask, 'Maame Ama'

Kobina Asmah honors African mothers with the original design of this attractive mask. In the Akan language Ama is the name usually given to a woman born on a Saturday and Maame means mother. Asmah carves the sese wood mask by hand and adorns it with... more

African beaded wood mask, 'Agya Kofi'

This mask is dedicated to the African man which I affectionately called 'Agya Kofi.' It is generally meant to appraise the role of a father says Kobina Asmah as he explains the mask's symbolism. In the Akan language agya means father and Kofi is the... more

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

Named Adom, which means "Grace" in the Akan language of Ghana, this African mask is painted with colorful stripes and designs. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this mask, which is hand-carved from sese wood. A striped accent extends from the nose over the... more

African wood mask, 'Fatse'

A bird overlooks this expressive mask designed by Gordon Adu which he names Fatse. Meaning Forgiveness in the Twi dialect of the Akan people the star shaped visage is hand-carved upon a round sese wood mask. The opened mouth reveals a red tongue and... more

African wood mask, 'Obaa Yaa'

Wearing green eye shadow and an elegant turban Obaa Yaa gets her name from being born on a Thursday. Ali Mohammed honors the customs and traditions of the Akan people with the design of this feminine mask which he carves by hand of sese wood and paints... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Good African Mother'

Her hair is beautifully coiffed and her face is proud and calm. 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 for wall display only and cannot stand on its own. more

Whatever You Want,'Hand Carved Wood Mask'

Carved of African sese wood, this mask seems angry. Its sleek contours depict eyes that slant toward a narrow nose and sensuous mouth. Nana Frimpong names this design Ka nia wo pe, meaning "say whatever you want" in the language of Ghana's Akan people.... more

Anabiah,'Handcrafted Sese Wood and Aluminum African Mask from Ghana'

Anabiah , meaning royal" in the ancient Ghanaian language, is the title of a sublime creation crafted by Victor Ayambire. Drawing inspiration from his culture and tradition, the artisan creates this stunning African mask from sese wood, adding aluminum... more

Binah,'Ghanaian Sese Wood Mask'

Under the guidance of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, Ghanaian artisans design and craft this colorful mask from native sese wood. The mask features textured aluminum plates and hand-painted details that pay homage to the artist's West African heritage. The name... more

Bird Reincarnation,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask with Bird Motifs'

A majestic bird crowns this traditional creation handcrafted by Philip Dankwa from Ghana. Proud of his heritage, the artisan works with sese wood to create an African mask in honor of his ancestors, adding symbolic elements representing wisdom. The... more

Yaravi Masr,'Artisan Crafted Multicolor African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian woodworking artisan Victor Dushie carves this bold mask from sese wood, inspired by West Africa's rich cultural heritage. Meaning "blessed child" in English, Yaravi Masr depicts a slender face painted in brown, yellow and green with a central... more

African wood mask, 'Saniya'

Inspired by his Hausa heritage Abdul Salami Amadu creates the original design of this mask featuring a stylized saniya (cow) on the forehead. Amadu carves this sese wood mask by hand and decorates it painted details and glistening glass beads. 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

Wood and copper mask, 'Golden Sun Empress'

Gracious and graceful this mask represents a member of the royal family. Such pieces are typical of ancient Javanese dance drama. Gold embellishes her serene features and hand-beaten copper forms her crown. Designed by Nenny Lukhita it is finished with... more

Novica Handmade Sankofa Icon African Wood Mask

Sankofa means "going back to one's roots" in the ancient Akan language, and Victor Ayambire's newest creation will make you feel one with your culture and heritage. more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Sankofa Icon African Wood Mask in Black/Brown/Indigo | 17.25 H x 6.75 W x 3.9 D in | Wayfair

iSankofa/i means “going back to one's roots” in the ancient Akan language, and Victor Ayambire's newest creation will make you feel one with your culture and heritage. Working with sese wood, the Ghanaian artisan crafts a traditional mask perfect for... more

Bungalow Rose Firdes Wood Mask Clan Power Wall Décor in Brown | 19.5 H x 6.25 W in | Wayfair F6D3707ABCD948EFA4208E9A255C5BCD

A mask of striking appeal, it features 2 faces under the symbolic horns of power. The artisan names this piece Asana, the Akan word for clan, for the mask is inspired by the many tribal customs within the Akan people. A highly-detailed work, the mask... more

Novica Handmade Monarch African Wood Mask

The spectacular design of this original mask is by Victor Ayambire of Ghana. The mask is intended for a king, or ohene in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. more

Novica Handmade Prosperous Ahonto African Wood Mask

Inspired by themes of peace, called ahonto in the Akan language, Ghanaian artisan Ibrahim Seyeed designs an elegant African mask. more

World Menagerie Beauty Queen Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown/Yellow | 13.5 H x 4.7 W x 2.6 D in | Wayfair 103129

Named Animpa, or "Charming Face" in the Akan language, this elegant mask honors feminine beauty. Daniel Nyadedzor embellishes the hand-carved design with intricately embossed brass plates and rich, subtle color. During festivals in which Akan women... more

Handmade Odwira African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Odwira is a festival celebrated by the Akan people in remembrance of their ancestors. This Odwira mask is a hand carved interpretation of the same masks worn by tribe members during the festival. more

Novica Handmade Agona African Wood Mask

This mask comes from West African artisan and designer Winfred Ansah Okoampah. The designer calls this mask Agona, from the Akan tribe clan of the same name. more

Handmade Adom Ahoto African Wood Mask (Ghana)

This African mask is designed and handcrafted by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng using rich suar wood. In the Akan language, adom means grace and ahoto means freedom. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Vigilant Hunter' African Wall Mask (Ghana) - 17" H x 6" W x 2.8" D

Meaning 'vigilance,' this 'Ahweyie' African mask exudes courage and bravery. Wilson Aboagye carves an admirable sese wood mask that replicates the distinct artistry of the Akan people. more

Novica Handmade Opanyin African Wood Mask

Carved by hand, this African mask represents Opanyin, an "elderly person" in the Akan language. Theophilus Sackey covers the features with hand-embossed aluminum and carves rich textures on the head and eyes. more

Handmade Akofena Wood Mask (Ghana) - 18.5" H x 5.25" W x 2.2" D

Crossing swords and glistening beads adorn Abdul Salami Amadu's original mask. He calls it "Akofena" or "Sword of War" in the Twi dialect spoken by the Akan people of Ghana. more

Handmade Sunsum Wood Mask (Ghana) - 19.25" H x 4.3" W x 2.4" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Expert in carving African masks, Godfred France designs an original mask to represent the soul, sunsum in Akan. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Eno' Mask (Ghana)

Ghana's Ali Mohammed hand-carves his original mask to honor women. He uses the female name Eno for this sese wood mask of an Akan woman with a black and white headdress. more

Handmade Maame Ama African Beaded Wood Mask (Ghana)

Kobina Asmah honors African mothers with the original design of this attractive mask. In the Akan language, Ama is the name usually given to a woman born on a Saturday, and Maame means "mother." more