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Hausa Love,'West African Handmade Wood Mask'

Soyayya or "love" is an especially important concept to the Hausa people, particularly love that is built on a foundation of truth. Crafted from sese wood by Ghanaian artisan Saeed Musah, this mask of his own design is accented with textured aluminum... more

Graceful Giraffe,'Wooden African Mask with Giraffe Motifs from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan K. Baka hand-carves this African mask of sese wood in a long diamond shape. He hand-paints it with graceful giraffe motifs for a striking addition to your home decor. more

Giraffe Man,'Sese Wood Giraffe-Themed African Mask from Ghana'

A proud face is handcrafted in Ghanaian sese wood, elaborated with etched motifs on the forehead that reveal the image of a giraffe. Ali Mohammed designs this mask for hanging on a wall, elaborating it with three horns. more

African wood mask, 'African Giraffe Spirit II'

Shaped like an elongated almond this black 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 a red African giraffe marches across the forehead. more

Hausa wood mask, 'Sympathy'

With downcast eyes a solemn visage radiates empathy and understanding. Ornate plates of embossed brass add to the beauty of this Ghanaian mask by Daniel Nyadedzor. Named Sennu or Sympathy in the Hausa language it is a gift to a person who has... 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

African masks, 'Proud Hausa Warrior'

Proud and brave a fighting man comes to life as an African mask. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu carves the piece from sese wood and adorns the features with colorful seed beads meticulously applied by hand. Polished brass inlay surrounds the head. The artisan... more

African mask, 'Hausa Alhaji'

Carved by hand from sese wood this original African mask is the work of Anna Yawson. Bright colors distinguish a young man with sleek features and a short beard. The artisan names it Alhaji designating the mask as a Muslim man who has been to Mecca as... 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

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

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

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

Watchful Crocodile,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Crocodile and Giraffe Mask'

The watchful crocodile's eyes emerge from the surface of the calm river as he scopes the waters edge, looking to ensure his next meal. Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng celebrates the crocodile in this African mask, hand-carved from rich sese wood. The... 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, '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

Ghanaian wood mask, 'African Sword' - Handmade African Wood Mask

Carved by hand this elegant mask depicts a scimitar. Rich applications of aluminum repousse add texture and enhance its beauty and a bird perches on the head. Artisan Theophilus Sackey names this original design afena meaning sword in Ghana's Akan... 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

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

'Hausa Spiritual Protector' - Handmade Wood Mask from Africa

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He names it Sahafi a Hausa word meaning spiritual protection. Strong African rubberwood contours are carved and painted by hand while applications of white clay give the piece a... 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

Mbara Hunter,'Aluminum and Wood African Mask Textured from Ghana'

Featuring a detailed, textured surface with an original design, this wall mask from Ghana is made from wood, covered with embossed aluminum. Handcrafted by Awudu Saaed, the mask is named Mbara, meaning "hunter" in the language used by the Ghanaian... 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, '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

Africa wood mask, 'Fire' - African Wood Wall Mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu combines his passion for painting and carving in the original design of the mask. He calls it Wota the Hausa word for fire and carves it from African rubberwood. Hand-painted details and embossed aluminum plates give the mask a... more

Sarrki II,'Original Hand Crafted African Wood Mask'

Carved by hand from sese wood and accented with embossed aluminum and colorful paints, this mask is the original creation of Ghana's Saeed Musah. He names his design Sarrki , a Hausa word meaning "king". 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 mask, 'Cheerful Giraffe'

Carved by hand a face appears with reveals rich textures and beautiful color. Emerging in shades of green and red a giraffe strolls across the forehead. The sese wood mask is an original design by Ali Mohammed. 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

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

Malian wood mask, 'Elite Appreciation' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

Sefah Mohammed replicates the unique artistry of the Sanga people with this handsome mask. Sanga (or Sangha) is a group of thirteen villages in the Dogon region of Mali known as a religious center with many temples and shrines and is a base for... 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, '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, '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, '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