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Kafui,'Hand Carved West African Sese Wood Mask'

This compelling mask from West Africa's Victor Dushie is hand carved from local sese wood and painted black. The round mask is finished with aluminum plate detailing, which adds an eye-catching texture to the dark surface. The name Kafui is taken from... more

Kwahu,'Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

Designed by Malik Jabir Dodoo, this quaint mask features a striking stripe motif that catches the eye. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the round mask from local sese wood before sanding the surface smooth and painting bright green and blue accents... more

Noble Lover,'African Sese Wood Mask in White Red and Black from Ghana'

Inspired by themes of love, Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie creates a striking African mask to add to your home decor. The artisan hand-carves the mask of sese wood and paints it in tones of red and white. Embossed aluminum and brass complete the mask... more

Sipho,'Hand Carved Multicolor West African Sese Wood Mask'

West African artist Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand carves this colorful mask from sese wood and names it Sipho , meaning "gift" in Zulu. Mohamadu uses local tools to carve the shape of the mask from one piece of sese wood, then dries it for two weeks before... more

Good Money,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Artisan Victor Dushie of Ghana designs this unique wall mask and calls it Ganyo , which means "money is good" in the Ewe language. Handcrafted from sese wood and aluminum, the black and brown mask has open eyes and mouth for a dramatic look. more

Geometric Personage,'Geometric African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Geometric in its shape, this abstract African mask is the work of Ghanaian artisan Habib Mustapha. He hand-carves the image from sese wood, which is painted in hues of black, red, yellow, and green. A diamond of embossed aluminum decorates the forehead. more

Dove Anoma Ba,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Dove Mask from Ghana'

This African mask is handcrafted from local sese wood by Awudu Saaed, decorated with multicolored recycled glass beads around the face and embossed aluminum over the nose. Striking and noble, the mask depicts a dove atop a man's head, named Anoma Ba,... more

King Head,'Traditional African Sese Wood Mask in Brown and Black Hues'

The magnificence and beauty of the ancient Ghana are captured in this African ceramic-accented sese wood mask crafted by Frank Odei Amoani in honor of his heritage and country. After hours of hard work, the final result is a gorgeous piece of art in a... more

Star of Beauty,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask Hand-Painted in Ghana'

Handcrafted by Victor Dushie, this gorgeous sese wood African mask is a symbol of Ghana's cultural richness. Each corner of this precious item is hand-painted in typical black, yellow and brown tones, and has traditional motifs on aluminum. The beauty... more

African beaded wood mask, 'Ntoboase III'

From Rita Addo Zakour?Æs Ntoboase series this original mask represents Patience in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood mask is crafted by hand featuring a cape-like design under the chin. Addo decorates the mask with painted details as well as... more

'Judicial Authority' - African Cameroonian Wood Mask

His headdress is tall and imposing and rich textures cover his cheeks. Named Kuriga ?ù tribal head in the language of the Bamileke people ?ù this handsome mask is by Kobina Asmah. The ears are portrayed to show a good listener. The mask shows the... more

Tongue,'Whimsical African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Sticking out its tongue, this striking and whimsical mask is designed by Raphat Asigbey in Ghana. This mask is carved entirely by hand from a single piece of sese wood, decorated with a textured pattern on the face and a dark stained finish over the rest. more

African beaded wood mask, 'Ntoboase I'

From Rita Addo Zakour's Ntoboase series this original mask represents Patience in the Akan language. The seed-like mask is carved by hand of African sese wood with brass insets on the eyelids and chin. Featuring a slender nose and pouting lips the... more

Beaded Mother,'African Sese Wood Mask with Intricate Multicolor Beading'

Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa presents this stunning sese wood mask plated in brass and intricately beaded in brick red, bright green and black beadwork. The mask features slit eyes, a long nose and a closed mouth, with etched lines above the... more

Tall Tsotsologa,'Brown and Black African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Depicting a face with a tall forehead, this African mask is hand-carved from sese wood, detailed with lovely patterned and finished in brown and black. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates this mask, which is named Tsotsologa, meaning "it is good for... more

Mysterious Face,'Red and Yellow Abstract African Wood Mini Mask from Ghana'

As mysterious as it is beautiful, this mini African mask is created by Habib Mustapha. Working with sese wood, he hand-carves this mask to feature a raised nose and brow line in red over a yellow and black face. A diamond of embossed aluminum accents... more

Golden Goat,'Gold-Tone African Wood Goat Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, the face of a goat-man is depicted in this African mask from Ghana. Raphat Asigbey designs this mask, its textured face given a gold-tone finish. more

Noble King,'Regal Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Bringing the noble air of a king to your home, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie. He hand-carves the mask of sese wood to depict a face that wears an ornate crown. Embossed aluminum and brass decorate the mask, which is... more

Atanga,'Warm Toned African Sese Wood Mask with Aluminum Accents'

Embossed aluminum plates crown a traditional creation by Victor Ayambire from Ghana. Proud of his heritage, the talented artisan uses sese wood to create this African mask in a palette of yellow, orange, red and black hues, creating a captivating aura... more

Ntiasea Face,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask in Black from Ghana'

Designed by Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour, this African mask is carved by hand of sese wood. The round, black mask is detailed with dotted motifs. Embossed aluminum accents the forehead while a red color decorates the eyes and lips. The mask is named... more

Grinning Gorilla,'African Sese Wood Gorilla Mask Crafted in Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood with a clay-rubbed rustic finish, a gorilla grins from your wall. Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante creates this African mask, realizing each minute detail with diligence. more

Pleasant Face,'African Recycled Glass Beaded Wood Mask from Ghana'

Decorated with gleaming embossed brass on the cheeks and colorful beads of recycled glass on the forehead, this African mask is created by Awudu Saaed. The Ghanaian artisan hand-carves this mask from sese wood, given a stark black finish. more

Beautiful Nta,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Twin Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood, the faces of twins are portrayed in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates the mask, which is accented with intricately embossed aluminum. This mask is named Nta, which means "twin" in the Akan language. more

Virtuous Asomdwee,'African Sese Wood Aluminum and Brass Wall Mask from Ghana'

A wall mask is hand-carved of sese wood, painted brown with etched line motifs in white and accented on the forehead with embossed brass and aluminum in the shape of the sun. Abdul Razak designs this African mask from Ghana, naming it Asomdwee, meaning... more

Sika Mask,'Batik Cotton Wall Hanging with Mask Motif'

The warm, creamy colors that Ghana's K. Baka uses to create his wall hanging will draw you in. Using batik on cotton, a wax-resist dyeing process, the artisan creates a traditional African mask motif in hues of ivory, brown, and yellow on cotton. Three... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Queen Aura Poka' - Hand Carved Ivoirian Wood Mask

By Kobina Asmah this beautiful mask depicts a beloved African queen of the Baule people. This is the queen mother Aura Poka. Because of dissension in the Ashanti kingdom she moved her people to present day Ivory Coast the artisan explains. Carved by... 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

Cotton batik wall hanging, 'Gye Nyame Mask'

An African mask centers this cool green wall hanging. K. Baka works in batik on cotton to create the handsome tapestry. On the mask's forehead is an adinkra symbol known as gye nyame ?ù No one but God. It proclaims that God is supreme. more

Congolese wood mask, 'Bakota Spirit'

Working in the style of the people of Congo and Gabon Awudu Saaed carves a beautiful African mask. On the forehead an inverted spade points to the nose and mouth while hand-embossed aluminum and brass add textural interest. I so admire these masks that... more

Bring Good News,'Hand Carved Painted Rubberwood Mask from Ghana'

Bright shades of yellow and green adorn this African mask by artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu of Ghana. The mask is hand-crafted out of rubberwood and wears a melancholy expression. Thus, the artisan names the mask Asempa , which means "good news" in the... 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

African Sun Mask I,'Natural Fiber African Mask Wall Art Handcrafted in Ghana'

Samuel Lovi masterfully creates a remarkable wall artwork featuring a classic African mask rendered in rich, natural tones. Drawing inspiration from his Ghanaian roots, Lovi expertly utilizes banana leaves on cardboard to create this alluring piece and... 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

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, '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, 'Egyptian Pharoah' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Inspired by Exodus 1:15 of the Holy Bible Victor Addo Biney designs this mask to personify the Pharaoh of Egypt who wanted all the sons born to Hebrews to be killed. Yet it was his daughter who saved the babe that came to be known as Moses (Exodus 2).... more

African wood mask, 'Ashanti Wisdom' - Unique African Wood Mask

Wisdom comes from those who have the patience to wait believes Ghana's Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng as he repeats a saying from the Twi people of the Akwapim tribe. He designs an original mask with a long headdress wearing green tassels with yellow and... more

Bedu Masks,'Wood African Mask Ornaments Crafted in Ghana (Set of 3)'

With this set of three ornaments, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to the bedu mask, which is used by the Nafana tribe of the Ivory coast for attracting good omens. Each ornament is hand-carved from ofram wood and given a painted,... more