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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, '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

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, '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

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, '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

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, '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, '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, 'Return' - Artisan Crafted Wood Mask

Suggesting ritual scarification richly textures 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. The sankofa represents the importance... 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, '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

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

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, '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

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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Fisherman's Luck' - Hand Carved Wood Wall Mask

Perched on the crown of this sese wood mask is a bird that augurs good fishing. Sefah Mohammed crafts a spectacular replica of the Krachi mask believed to have the power to ensure a bountiful catch. It is worn by the people of Kete-Krachi in Ghana's... more

Face of Colors,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Beaded by hand with colorful recycled glass, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He carves the mask from sese wood, which is accentuated beautifully by the glass beads. 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

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

Cute Person,'Colorful Striped African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Decorated with colorful striped patterns on the forehead and embossed aluminum accents on the cheeks, this African mask depicts a cute person. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson designs this stunning visage, which she carves by hand from sese wood. 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

'Hand-Carved Black and Yellow African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by women, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant and striking addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in contrasting tones of yellow and black with... more

Face of Happiness,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by themes of happiness, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates this striking African mask. This mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, which is layered with embossed, painted aluminum. A clay rub gives this mask a rustic... more

Green Nomsa,'Dark Green Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in a dark green hue. The forehead is detailed with dotted motifs that depict a... more

Okwonko,'Set of 4 Handcrafted Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments'

Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor handcrafts a set of four ornaments from ofram wood, all inspired by Africa's ancient civilizations that once filled those prosperous lands with art and knowledge. After crafting each little mask, the artisan paints... more

Ancestral Voices,'Set of 4 Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments Handmade in Ghana'

Ghanaian tradition can now be part of Christmas celebrations thanks to Robert Aidoo-Taylor's latest design made in precious ofram wood. After hand-carving this set of four ornaments, the artisan paints each accessory in an intense palette, honoring his... more

Emyinnaya,'Multi-Color Bead Mosaic on Black Wood African Wall Mask'

With bright colors and eye-catching designs, this decorative African mask will make a statement on your home or office wall. Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand carves the mask from sese wood, paints it black, then creates a stunning mosaic out... more

Fearless Warrior,'Colorful Beaded Wood Mask from Ghanaian Artisan'

This elaborate and colorful African mask comes to us from Awudu Saaed in Ghana. The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and paints it in green, dark red, black and brown. The cheeks and forehead feature colorful recycled glass beads in... more

Nwomn Pa,'Aluminum-Plated African Sese Wood Mask'

Covered in silvery circles, Samuel Kofi Kumi's round mask makes an intriguing piece of home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured aluminum before painting its features black with deep red... more

Ghanaian Nhyira,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask Hand Carved in Ghana'

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this gorgeous mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the beautiful design, before painting and polishing the mask. Intricate,... more

Fakye,'Ghanaian Hand Crafted Wood Mask with Recycled Glass Beads'

Beads of recycled glass are symmetrically arranged into a splendid design around this sese wood mask's face. With its eyes closed and its diamond-shaped mouth open, this original design by Rita Addo Zakour of Ghana is a peaceful reminder of fakye ,... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Man of Fire'

This imposing mask depicts a blazing fire on the forehead. Carved by hand from African African rubberwood it is representative of the people of Dormaa Ahenkro in the Brong Ahafo region of Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu names the mask Ogya an Akan word... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Relax'

Daniel Nyadedzor names this beautiful mask for Mangoase a town in eastern Ghana. Townspeople enjoy relaxing in the shade of mango trees that abound there. I carved this piece to exhibit the significance of recreation Nyadedzor says. Shaped like an... more

Ghanaian Unity,'Hand Carved West African Wood Brass and Aluminum Wall Mask'

Ghana's Victor Dushie creates this brilliant mask that he hand carves from native sese wood before painting it in vivid shades of blue, brick orange, red, and dark brown. The artisan's own design features stunning textured aluminum repoussé metalwork... more

Odo Mask,'Ghanaian Sese Wood Mask Sculpture with Aluminum Plating'

Hand-carved from sese wood, this sculpture depicts a mask of a stunning woman. Ghanaian designer Rita Addo Zakour names this original sculpture Odo , an Akan word meaning "love". The woman's face is accentuated with pronounced red lips and eyes and she... more