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Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this African mask is created by ... Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Ernestina Oppong Asante. A squinting face is decorated with a bird on top, given a black painted finish with a clay rub. more

With unwavering eyes and a set jaw, this personage is a symbol of firmness for... With unwavering eyes and a set jaw, this personage is a symbol of firmness for Sudan chiefs. Sefah Mohammed carves and paints the slender, handsome mask by hand. Applications of white clay enhance its textures. more

This mask of noble visage was often used by Ethiopian Chiefs to symbolize thei... This mask of noble visage was often used by Ethiopian Chiefs to symbolize their authority. Sefah Mohammed replicates the mask with astute artistry as he carves it by hand from local sese wood. He paints and decorates it with clay and embossed... more

Inspired by African masks, Ghanaian artisan Worlasi Agbalenyo creates this eni... Inspired by African masks, Ghanaian artisan Worlasi Agbalenyo creates this enigmatic relief panel. The rectangular panel is made from textured sese wood, centered by the image of a mysterious personage. Dotted patterns evoke traditional... more

Evoking traditional African masks, this rectangular relief panel from Ghana is... Evoking traditional African masks, this rectangular relief panel from Ghana is created by Worlasi Agbalenyo. He crafts the relief from sese wood, depicting a face with an open mouth. A clay rub gives this panel a rustic finish. more

Of Baule origin, this replica wall mask testifies to Eva Asantewa Amakye's woo... Of Baule origin, this replica wall mask testifies to Eva Asantewa Amakye's wood carving skills. The Baule people of Ivory Coast are a community within the Akan people and are renowned for their carving traditions. This handsome sese wood African... more

This African mask is made from local materials by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Ans... This African mask is made from local materials by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Ansah Okoampah. Using sese wood, aluminum plate, and clay, the artist carves and crafts this beautiful piece. This design features two symmetrical bird figures perched atop... more

Representing the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire this dramatic mask depicts a ra... Representing the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire this dramatic mask depicts a ram with powerful horns. Salihu Ibrahim carves the image from native sese wood and applies white clay for an aged effect. Among the Baule people the ram represents strength... more

A panel of embossed brass forms the "third" eye of this African mask from Ghan... A panel of embossed brass forms the "third" eye of this African mask from Ghana. Designed and crafted by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, painted brown and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. Embossed... more

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He ... 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... more

Holding a bone between its teeth, this charming goat will make an excellent ad... Holding a bone between its teeth, this charming goat will make an excellent addition to your home. Ghanaian artist Winfred Korley creates this animal-themed African mask, which is hand-carved from sese wood and given a clay rub for a rustic finish.... more

Painted green and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish, this African mask is d... 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... more

This long and lean "Alhairi" wall mask is an original design by Ghanaian maste... This long and lean "Alhairi" wall mask is an original design by Ghanaian master carver Sefah Annwhar. Meaning "Goodness" in the Hausa language, the mask is expertly carved by hand of seasoned sese wood. Annwhar decorates his creation with embossed... more

A welcoming sense of peace exudes from the Herjole wall mask from Sefah Annwha... A welcoming sense of peace exudes from the Herjole wall mask from Sefah Annwhar. Meaning "Peace Giver" in the Ga language, the Herjole mask is adorned with a dove looking downward. The original sese wood mask is carved by hand and embellished with... more

Referring to both day and night as well as light and darkness in the Hausa lan... Referring to both day and night as well as light and darkness in the Hausa language, the "Dare Da Raana" mask is an original design by Sefah Annwhar. The talented Ghanaian artisan hand-carves the sese wood mask and applies clay to create rugged... more

Styled after the masks created by the Fang peoples of Gabon and Equatorial Gui... Styled after the masks created by the Fang peoples of Gabon and Equatorial Guinea, this mask is the original design of Salihu Ibrahim. It features a concave face and markings on one cheek that are evocative of scarification practices. The mask is... more

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George, this wall mask is handcrafted from ... Designed by Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George, this wall mask is handcrafted from sese wood. A rooster sits atop the head, which is finished with clay and painted a natural shade of brown. more

Rita Addo Zakour designs a striking, fantastic African mask, carved of wood wi... Rita Addo Zakour designs a striking, fantastic African mask, carved of wood with a clay-accented black finish and detailed with colorful recycled glass beads on the bridge of the nose. Perfect for hanging on a wall, the mask is named Ntiase, an Akan... more

Ghanaian artisan Godfred France designs and handcrafts this round mask from se... Ghanaian artisan Godfred France designs and handcrafts this round mask from sese wood. Painted in shades of green, brown, and gold and finished with local clay, the wall mask is decorated with two hearts on its forehead. The artisan calls the mask... more

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George, this wall mask is handcrafted from ... Designed by Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George, this wall mask is handcrafted from sese wood. A rooster sits atop the head, which is finished with clay and painted a natural shade of brown. more