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Abena Colors,'Colorful African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Painted with traditional African colors, this mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood. This mask is named Abena, a name given to girls who are born on Tuesday. more

African wood mini masks, 'Passport' (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 paint in red and yellow shades. Despite their petite size the... 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

Gabonese wood mask, 'Ngil Fang Man'

Sleek and beautiful this mask depicts a bearded gentleman. Sinclair Yao Daley carves it by hand and gives it a rich brown color with natural cola nut dye. This is a Fang mask mostly used by the Fang tribe of Gabon during their Ngil magic ceremony he... more

Se Men Su Nti,'Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Working with a single piece of sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this African mask, which is then treated with a black finish. A face with slanted eyes is depicted with a bird perched atop the head. This mask is named Se Men Su... more

Fang Wisdom,'Fang Style African Wood Mask'

This original mask design from Salihu Ibrahim is modeled after those of the Fang peoples of Gabon and Central Africa. Fang masks typically have concave, elongated faces and prominent foreheads. The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and... more

Fang Monkey,'Hand-Carved Sese Wood Fang Monkey African Mask'

Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim creates a handcrafted masterpiece to grace your space. Inspired by the nomadic Fang people of West Africa, this mask fuses the concepts of a human face with that of a monkey. A block of sese wood is intricately... more

Africa Gabonese wood mask, 'Fang Forest Spirit'

Arched eyebrows frame the canny eyes of a spirit of the forest. Long and narrow the serene visage appears in black red and ivory. One of the fundamental religious beliefs shared by Fang people was that of the necessity to protect and nurture the spirit... more

Gabonese Abstraction,'Abstract Circular African Mask from Gabon and the Congo'

Abstract in concept, this African mask represents those used in rituals by the Kidumu men's society. Christopher Nyasafo takes his inspiration from the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Ghanaian artisan carves the... 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

Fang Ngil Male,'Handcrafted Oblong Ivory Colored Sese Wood African Mask'

Named Fang ngil , meaning "Fang tribe gorilla" in Gabon, this exciting African mask is the original work of Salihu Ibrahim. He hand-carves the mask of sese wood, featuring an elongated shape in ivory with a bold engraving on the forehead. Masks like... more

Fang Ngil,'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 a bold engraving on the forehead. Masks like these were worn by... more

Fang Ngil Woman,'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 a dark brown brow and nose. Masks like these were worn by members... more

Beautiful Fang,'Fang-Inspired African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Rectangular in shape, this curved African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Austin Ankude. He draws inspiration from the Fang people of central Africa as he creates this mask, which is treated with a rustic finish in hues of brown and beige. more

Abajo,'Jute Bearded African Wood Mask from Ghana'

This fascinating mask is the original design of Awudu Saaed from Ghana. The elongated visage has its mouth open and eyebrows arched, as if in surprise. Carved by hand from rubberwood, the mask features a long beard made of jute. The artisan names his... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Detector of Evil' - African Wood Wall Mask

Rich repousse textures contrast with sleek sese wood in this intriguing African mask. Based on centuries of Ghanaian tradition the design arises from Rita Addo Zakour's own imagination. The stern features suggest the nemesis of evil. The mask is... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Rhinoceros Vision' - African Wood Mask

By Awudu Saaed this stunning mask expresses the artisan's admiration for the rhinoceros. The long narrow visage bears an animal image on the forehead elaborated in aluminum repousse. Carved and painted by hand the mask makes a dramatic addition to any... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Plea for Rain' - African Wood Mask

Red as blood and just as vital a teardrop represents life-giving rain. This handsome mask by Godfred France performs an essential role among the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. It is used when they are planting their crops to ask the gods for more... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Brave Fighter' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

His face is lean and narrow his features a mystery as befits his name ?û Apugu the brave fighter in the Hausa language. Crafted by hand of African sese wood the mask is the work of Godfred France. Such masks are used by the people of Kabube-Nandom in... more

Fang Inspiration,'Hand Carved and Hand Painted Fang Wood Mask from Ghana'

The Fang people in Africa wear masks for ceremonies and celebrations that are instantly recognizable because they are elongated, heart-shaped and long-nosed. Ghanaian artisan Christopher Nyasafo designs this remarkable Fang mask, hand-carved from sese... more

African wood mask, 'Ahenfo' - African Wood Mask

Inspired by the art and customs of the Akan people Samuel Okyere designs a regal mask aptly termed Ahenfo. It means royal in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. Okyere carves the sese wood mask by hand featuring a crown and decorates it with embossed... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'African Heart' - Hand Crafted African Wood Mask

Carved by hand this elegant mask represents patience and tolerance. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akoma and depicts a heart. Akoma is an Akan adinkra symbol says artisan Theophilus Sackey. He covers the mask with hand embossed... more

'Punu Beauty' - Hand Made Gabonese Wood Mask

Almond eyes beneath arched brows represent the Punu standard of feminine beauty. Painted white the serene features suggest one who has passed on to the realm of spirits. The tall hairdo denotes a woman from the Punu tribe of the upper Ngoume River... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'African Elephant Spirit I' - African Wood Mask

Shaped like an elongated almond this mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood and paints it by hand. Vertical lines in parallel represent neatly combed hair and a mighty African elephant marches across the... more

African wood mask, 'Aziku' - African Wood Mask

Serious and elegant this mask from Brong Ahafo in Ghana is worn during the yam harvest festival. Godfred France refers to it as the Aziku (celebration) mask and carves it by hand from sese wood. Detailed with embossed brass the mask is painted by hand... more

African wood mask, 'Power' - African Wood Mask

Distinguished by tall horns this mask is inspired by the artistic customs of northern Ghana. In most communities horns on a headdress denote power. Victor Addo Biney hand-carves the mask from sese wood and decorates it with elaborate details embossed... more

Gabonese Africa wood mask, 'Spirit Guide'

A faithful replica of the renowned White Masks of the Ogooue this mask personifies an ancestral spirit of the Kota and Mukudji people from Gabon. Known as Punu the ancestral spirit is believed to guide one to the hereafter; Punu masks are reserved for... more

African Facet,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask with Aluminum Plates'

Africa's rich culture has inspired many around the world, such as Ghanaian artisan Victor Ayambire, who works with traditional techniques to create masks in honor of his heritage. This time, the artisan uses sese wood to hand-carve his newest design,... more

'African Giraffe Spirit' - Artisan Crafted African Wood Mask

Shaped like an elongated almond this mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood and paints it by hand. Parallel lines represent neatly combed hair and an African giraffe marches across the forehead. Embossed on... more

Bungalow Rose Fang Wisdom & African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black/Brown | 20.5 H x 6.25 W x 6 D in | Wayfair EB29FC3BD9F2460C96DAAADAB8FA3B5B

This original mask design from Salihu Ibrahim is modeled after those of the Fang peoples of Gabon and Central Africa. Fang masks typically have concave, elongated faces and prominent foreheads. The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and... 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

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

African wood mask, 'Alhaji' - Artisan Crafted Hausa Wood Mask

The customs and traditions of the Hausa people inspire the creation of this mask by Victor Addo Biney. Carved by hand of sese wood the mask symbolizes an Alhaji a man who has been to Mecca. Biney decorates the mask with ornately embossed aluminum... 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, '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

African wood mask, 'Nyansa' - Hand Carved Wood Mask

The wisdom of humans is well expressed when one begins to fear God believes Ghanaian artisan Samuel Okyere. This spectacular mask is of his own design and he calls it Nyansa meaning wisdom in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. Okyere carves the sese... 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