Wood mask, 'Success'

$67.95   (Product ID 29839)

A rounded shape dramatically projects the visage of an gallant character on this sese wood mask by master woodworker Daniel Nyadedzor. Named Nkunim II, meaning "to succeed"; this mask provides an atmosphere of success wherever it is placed. Captivating traditional African patterns are embossed onto the metal plates gracing the nose and eye area, adding an haunting accent.

Sese, a wood common to West Africa, is patiently hand-carved and sanded to achieve the desired form. The piece is then carefully painted with black and red emulsion and coated with potassium. After a careful polishing, an additional tint is applied to the piece, adding an antique look....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Ebusuah'

$72.95   (Product ID 29999)

Ebusuah is the Akan-Asante word for "family," and in this spectacular mask one can see the head of the family serenely surveying his realm atop the mask. Other members of the family are shown on the borders of the mask. Hand-carved by Nana Frimpong, this special mask celebrates life and above all the strength of family ties, kinship and lineage that are highly consolidated throughout Ghanaian society. It symbolizes the corporation, integrity, origin and preservation of this most important social body or organization. Finely detailed, this piece is waxed and polished to a fine finish.

Each African mask has been made for a particular purpose. It is important to remember that every figure...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Abundance'

$89.99   (Product ID 35075)

This wondrous, mystical hand-carved sese wood mask comes from the Nyadedzor workshop. With a round face, half-closed eyes, and an open mouth, the mask bears the name Nkunim, meaning "to succeed". The piece is adorned with beautiful designs as well as aluminum plates, and it is provided with a coat of potassium for protection and finished for an antique appearance. A magnificent symbol of success in any home....  (Sese wood and aluminum)

Wood mask, 'Odo Bird'

$64.95   (Product ID 42304)

The animal or bird displayed on this type of traditional West African mask may vary according to the tribe or the occasion for use. Featuring a bird centered on the top of its head, masks such as this are worn while dancing at festivals.

Odo simply means love, and it is with love that Ernestina Oppong Asante deftly sculpts intricate figures of rich sese wood in her Ghana workshop. Heart-shaped and graceful, this mask's serene features and demure smile make it the perfect gift for someone special....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Ghostly Image'

$84.95   (Product ID 43833)

Luminescent brass glows against dusky sese wood as a dramatic red line courses through the incandescent design. West African symbols envelop this mask's smooth contours in profound aesthetic history. Believed in the Akan community to depict humility, this mask serves as an attractive reminder of the dangers of human arrogance. Ralph Kwasi Agudze carves the piece from naturally dried sese wood and adorns his work with gleaming brass and subtle aluminum. The mask is finished with mansion polish to accentuate the wood's rich qualities....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Money Dreams'

$64.95   (Product ID 44894)

Daniel Nyadedzor hand-carves this enchanting piece from select sese wood. Its given name, Sika, literally means "money." Decorated with aluminum plates and beautiful local designs, the polished antique finish exalts dynamic, circular symmetry. Infused with West African spirit, it is sure to find a welcomed space in a cultured home....  (Sese wood and aluminum)

Wood mask, 'Osubum'

$129.95   (Product ID 45704)

Osubum is a very popular festival celebrated in the eastern part of Ghana. This mask is one of the many pieces donned by celebrants during the festival. Eric Darko carefully adorns the head with a beautiful carving of a bird, symbolizing peace. Carved from local sese wood and polished with dark tan and mansion polish, its intricate harmony is sure to inspire any setting....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'African Sun'

$62.00   (Product ID 46924)

Royal artist Nana Frimpong hand-carves this impressive mask in the tradition of Ahwaa, a suburb of Kumasi. Red triangular motifs provide rays of light befitting the image implied by the title, for Ewea So is an Akan expression meaning "the sun is huge." His complacent yet cherubic smile adds to the warmth of this mask and makes for a welcome addition to a refined setting.

Frimpong allows for the sese wood to dry under natural conditions, as this will ensure an easier waxing. Using traditional, handmade tools, Frimpong proceeds to carve the desired image and adorns it with traditional patterns before applying colored mansion polish. The resulting piece is one of fine esthetic...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Asuo Ahantan'

$129.95   (Product ID 47242)

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 sheets adorn the elongated features with fascinating designs, such as the rhinoceros charging across the forehead. Finished in mansion polish, the work is sure to captivate the imagination....  (Sese wood, copper and aluminum)

Wood mask, 'Akan Afterlife'

$87.95   (Product ID 47991)

Mouth open as if to speak, a young man calls from the past. His stern visage is fierce even in the afterlife. Believed to personify an ancestor, this ghost mask inspires a sensation of awe. Ernestina Oppong Asante carves piece by hand from sese wood. After the wood is thoroughly dry, her skilled artisans sand its features to satiny smoothness and apply dark tan polish to give it a distinguished finish as well as to protect the wood. Brass and aluminum plates along with copper wire add its beauty. This exquisite example of Ghanaian art makes a dramatic addition to any decor.

Keep in a dry place; wipe dry. Use neutral wax where applicable and apply brass polish if desired....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Akan Ancestor'

$87.95   (Product ID 47992)

With tired eyes, a young man surveys the great beyond. Believed to personify an ancestor, this ghost mask inspires a sensation of dignity and peace. Ernestina Oppong Asante carves the piece by hand from sese wood and applies dark tan polish to give it a distinguished finish as well as to protect the wood. Brass and aluminum plates along with copper wire beautify this exquisite example of West African art. It makes an inspired gift for the African art collector.

Keep in a dry place; wipe dry. Use neutral wax where applicable and apply brass polish if desired....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Here to Help'

$79.95   (Product ID 49359)

Samuel Coleman hand-carves this mask with a sloped expression, suggesting an elderly man, a bird perched on his head with wings outspread. Its title, Boafo, means "helper," and there is an Akan proverb that states boafo ye na, translated as "people who give help are scarcely found." These words encourage us not to take for granted those who provide us help when we are in trouble. Hewn from sese wood and finished in mansion polish, the mask makes a positive and wise statement in any décor....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Ashanti Horns'

$94.95   (Product ID 49705)

Displaying the visage of an Ashanti king, this mask beautifully symbolizes cultural strength. Embossed brass plates adorn the richness of hand-carved sese wood, while horns rise proudly above, evoking a kind of vertical symmetry. Robert Nortey exhibits his skill in every detail, patiently rendering regional motifs....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Wisdom of Two'

$67.95   (Product ID 49712)

Long and slender, the central figure of this extraordinary mask seems to speak, pronouncing words that are profound. His eyes exude wisdom. Flanked by four profiles, whose braided hair is clearly depicted, the mask is richly detailed in three dimensions. Eric Danquah sculpts the elegant figure of naturally dried sese wood and finishes the piece with black, dark tan, red and mansion polish. He names it Tsirkor Nko Agyuna, an Akan proverb meaning "one head does not make a good decision" or "two heads are better than one," a belief held by the artisan's forefathers.

Danquah studied electronics at the insistence of his mother, but eventually returned to his first love - wood carving....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Speka-ko Antique'

$84.95   (Product ID 49716)

Speka-ko is a reverent title that suits leaders, teachers, and advisers. In the Ga language, the name refers to a teacher of native traditions. This mask by Eric Danquah is intended for a speka-ko, who often wears a horror mask despite his or her position of leadership. As teachers, they mean no harm to their students, rather the imposing features offer a kind of inspiring intimidation. Carved from sese wood, the work's menacing aspect is intensified by brass plates and applications of white and red clay. Sure to leave an impression upon any setting. Speaking among the Akan tradition, Danquah comments: "There is an Akan proverb that says: The person who loves you is the person that corrects...  (Sese wood)

Wood masks, 'Traditions' (pair)

$99.95   (Product ID 55944)

Masks that recall the spirits of ancestors, they blend the artistry of the Akans (Asante region) and the Ewe (Volta). Kwasi Forson orchestrates this blending of cultures as he hand-carves the pieces from sese wood. Using polish and clay to obtain color, the masks are elegantly detailed to portray the tradition that inspired them. This original couple will bring admiration from an indefatigable collector....  (Sese wood, polish and red clay)

Wood mask, 'Ashanti Family'

$82.95   (Product ID 61836)

This work by Nana Frimpong portrays the extended family members of the Ashanti kingdom. Based on the designs of the Akan tribe of Ghana, the piece mesmerizes with its rich symbols and powerful colors. A central face represents the head of the family, while the surrounding visages symbolize the extended family. The Ashanti people believe that these masks are responsible for protecting their families from sickness and maintaining their unity. Carved from sese wood and finished in dark polish, the composition offers a guardian accent to any household....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Krontihene'

$59.95   (Product ID 64656)

Evans Doe Martey finds inspiration in Akan custom for the hand-carving of this mask, personifying a sub-chief. Known as a Krontihene, the sub-chief takes care of the internal affairs in his reagion. Martey hand-carves the solemn face from local odanta wood and decorates it with embossed brass plates. Color accents are rendered with oil paints....  (Odanta wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Adwen Pa'

$39.95   (Product ID 70495)

Eyes squinted shut in concentration, an elongated visage with furrowed brow exhibits its force of will. Nana Frimpong carves the mask by hand using manual tools and sese wood. A braid-like texture frames the piece, and soot enhances its antique finish. In Ghana, masks like these are most often worn in tribunals, assuring impartiality during the trial. Adwen pa means "positive thinking" in the Akan language....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Chief Advisor'

$47.95   (Product ID 74203)

Elongated lines and smooth, stylized features evoke the self-assuredness of a leader. Nana Adu Amankwapam I presents an exquisite mask he names Tufohene. Tufohene is a name given by the Akans to a person who counsels the chief. Sculpted by hand of sese wood, this piece features applications of beads and embossed brass. It is finished with mansion polish....  (Sese wood, beads and brass)

Wood mask, 'Oblong Face'

$39.95   (Product ID 74492)

Round eyes suggest surprise, as a personage opens his mouth in amazement. Named Oblong in the Akan language, such masks are characterized by a long, narrow face. Carved by hand, this beautiful personage shows hair drawn up in a smooth triangular headdress. Skilled artisans working with Nana Adu Amankwapam I sculpts the piece from sese wood; mansion polish adds the rich color....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Adu's Namesake'

$79.95   (Product ID 74495)

Carved in three dimensions and richly embellished, this circular mask boasts an extraordinary allure. Brass and copper add textural interest. Working with Nana Adu Amankwapam I, a young sculptor named Adu created this original design which bears his name. He crafts it from sese wood; it receives its rich color from mansion polish and ashes....  (Sese wood, brass and copper.)

Wood mask, 'Celebrations'

$59.95   (Product ID 74913)

This celebratory mask is worn by the people of the Damba tribe, northern Ghana, during the Tobankpele Festival. The mask is used for jubilation and dancing to show appreciation for abundant rains and a good harvest. Abdul Karim Star carves a faithful replica of the mask from seasoned sese wood. The mask features an elongated head with a long nose and a cheetah's mouth. It is adorned with florid embossed brass plates....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Brave Warrior'

$149.95   (Product ID 77614)

Slender and graceful, open lines swoop downward toward a pointed chin. Above, an open horn balances this exquisite mask. Ernestina Oppong Asante transforms sese wood into a warrior image from the Akan culture. Such masks symbolize bravery and are used when the tribe goes to war....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Wise Akan King'

$69.95   (Product ID 77616)

Long and slender, this attractive mask represents an African king. Legend tells of a ruler who was extremely intelligent - he realized important achievements for the Akan people. Commemorated in sese wood, the regal face depicts a speckled complexion beneath a wide, smooth forehead. Ernestina Oppong Asante sculpts the mask by hand and finishes it with mansion polish....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'My Sister'

$49.95   (Product ID 78431)

With clear brow and long, straight nose, a young woman represents a standard of youthful beauty. Her eyes are wide, her lips full and she piles long tresses atop her head. This beautiful mask by Nana Adu Amankwapam I is named Me Nua, which means "my brother/sister" in the Akan language. The beautiful piece is carved by hand of sese wood and finished with mansion polish; elegant brass inlays adorn the forehead and cheeks....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'King Enthroned'

$49.95   (Product ID 78439)

Intricate motifs embossed in aluminum crisscross the forehead of a wise countenance, and antique trade seed beads add color to the cheeks. Nana Adu Amankwapam I selects seasoned sese wood to portray a newly-enthroned king. Narrow eyes, a long nose and full, sensuous lips characterize this beautiful piece, used by the Akan people....  (Sese wood, brass, aluminum and trade beads)

Wood mask, 'Ashanti Queen Mother'

$79.95   (Product ID 78441)

Tribal markings adorn her wide forehead and her cheeks boast lavish applications of brass and copper. Nana Adu Amankwapam creates a beautiful portrait of an Ashanti queen. Expressed in polished sese wood, this mask pays tribute to the queen mothers who make certain women in their communities are treated well. These Ghanaian royal figures also help resolve broken marriages....  (Sese wood, copper and brass)

Wood mask, 'Good Service'

$59.99   (Product ID 78472)

Dramatic and beautiful, this traditional mask has a contemporary feel. Ernestina Oppong Asante sculpts sese wood into a perfect oval with rectangular eyes and mouth. Smooth surfaces of brown and black are juxtaposed with a handsome, speckled field and the nose is long and slender. Representing a young man from the Ashanti tribe, the piece is named Osompa, which means "good service" in the Akan language....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Densu River God'

$49.95   (Product ID 78664)

Darkened features give an other-worldly aspect to a mask of haunting beauty. Nana Adu Amankwapam I portrays a benevolent god who appears at dawn along the Densu River in Ghana's Akan lowlands. Working in sese wood, Amankwapam conjures smooth, symmetrical features embellished with brass....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'African Fish'

$99.95   (Product ID 79829)

Sinuous fins frame an elongated face sculpted of sese wood. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng carves the dramatic profile and embellishes it with brass and copper. He names this elegant mask Apaata, or "tilapia fish" in the language of the Akan people of southern Ghana and Cote d'Ivoire....  (Sese wood, brass and copper)

Wood mask, 'Clan Power'

$99.95   (Product ID 79867)

A mask of striking appeal, it features two faces under the symbolic horns of power. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng names this piece Asana, the Akan word for "clan," for the mask is inspired by the many tribal customs within the Akan people. A highly-detailed work, the mask is carved of sese wood and adorned with copper and brass plates....  (Sese wood, copper and brass)

Wood mask, 'Friendship'

$99.95   (Product ID 79869)

Posing on the forehead of a handsome visage, a smaller face represents a dependable friend. Horn-like appendages above and below extend the line of the mask, and plates of brass add visual texture. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng creates an image he calls Adamfo, "friendship" in the Akan language. Horns are said to represent power in Ghanaian society, and men from royal families often wear these masks as part of their ceremonial attire....  (Sese wood, brass and copper wire)

Wood mask, 'Ghanaian Wisdom'

$102.95   (Product ID 79872)

Crowned by horns, two visages gaze with glowing eyes. The elegant images seem to speak. Working in sese wood with embossed brass and copper, Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng carves a beautiful horn mask. Horns are said to represent power in Ghanaian society, and men from royal families often wear these masks as part of their ceremonial attire. Apenteng names it Ti Abien, which means "double head" in the Akan language. Two or more heads together signify wisdom....  (Sese wood, brass and copper)

Wood mask, 'World with Trouble'

$87.95   (Product ID 81693)

Nana Frimpong carves an original, expressive sese wood mask as rich in artistry as it is in symbolic meaning. The mask's rounded shape represents the world, and the man on the forehead represents humanity. Sitting with his hands on his head, the man is trying to figure out a solution to today's stressful way of life. Frimpong calls this piece Wiese Ni Emu Sem, which in the Akan language means "World with Trouble."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Oneness'

$47.95   (Product ID 81916)

Elongated lines and smooth, stylized features result in an elegant visage. Nana Adu Amankwapam I presents an exquisite mask he names Biakuye. Biakuye means "oneness," and such masks are used in African homes that exhibit the oneness a human being should have toward his fellow man....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Warrior's Bravery'

$94.95   (Product ID 82200)

The face of pride, bravery and courage, this mask represents the attributes of an Akan okofo ("warrior"). Horns on the forehead symbolize the okofo's power while embossed brass plates recreate tribal markings. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng carves the mask by hand of local sese wood and uses polish to obtain the intriguing color that adds to the fascinating allure of this warrior's mask....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Inside the Leaf'

$44.95   (Product ID 82201)

The face of a man appears on the underside of a leaf inspiring mystical admiration in all those who glance at it. Kwame Frimpong carves this piece by hand of local sese wood, replicating the art of the Akan people. He calls the mask "Ahaban Monoo," meaning "Inside the Leaf."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Young Lady'

$39.95   (Product ID 82334)

Flirting with her eyes, a slender woman blows a quick, playful kiss. The elegant visage is topped by an elaborate coif that extends the mask's elongated line. Symmetrical and beautiful, the features are enhanced with a delightful texture and applications of brass. Robert Nortey carves the piece from sese wood and names it Abaayiwa, which translates to "Young Lady" in the Akan language. "This represents the prettiness of young African ladies," he says....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Village Mediator'

$67.95   (Product ID 82619)

Gazing downward with heavy-lidded eyes, a personage seems contemplative. His is an important task, for this is the mediator of conflicts. Gleaming brass repoussé covers the features, sculpted in sese wood and polished to a deep luster. The elongated nose echoes the curve of pursed lips in this thoughtful piece by Juliana Akandas. She names it Bango, or "mediator" in the language of Ethiopia, where such masks are used to intercede for the village when there is trouble....  (Sese wood, brass, cotton thread and beads)

Wood mask, 'Evil Spirits'

$69.95   (Product ID 82620)

Seeming to speak, red lips open to call out a warning perceived through wide eyes. Juliana Akandas carves a beautiful mask embellished with rich brass repoussé and painted by hand. Colorful beads and tufts of cotton thread pierce the nose, and the face curves like a crescent moon. Akandas names this mask Tayibo (evil spirits). In the Volta region of Ghana, such masks are used to frighten spirits from the rice plantations before harvest time....  (Sese wood, brass, beads and cotton thread)

Wood mask, 'Hush, Child'

$59.95   (Product ID 82622)

Baring teeth, a ghost-like visage stares menacingly through narrowed eyes. Rich brass repoussé ripples across the forehead and cheeks, and a strip of crimson divides the forehead. Juliana Akandas creates a fascinating mask she names Anopoo, or "Big Mouth" in the Akan language. Such masks are used to shush children when adults are speaking....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Golden Fish'

$44.95   (Product ID 82623)

Sese wood takes the form of fins and gills, framing the narrow visage of a fish. Golden color and hand-carved texture envelope the work in beauty, as Juliana Akandas skillfully crafts an original mask. At the top, a human face smiles mysteriously....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Bountiful Harvest'

$52.95   (Product ID 82625)

A thick beard of jute adorns this mask, carved from sese wood and painted by hand. Red cotton earrings frame the wide, intelligent visage by Juliana Akandas. Known as a nimba mask, such images augur a bountiful harvest among the Baga people of Mali....  (Sese wood and jute)

Wood mask, 'Bountiful Harvest'

$62.95   (Product ID 82628)

Sumptuous curves in textured brass create a sensation of well being. Embellished with gold and crimson, this beautiful personage wears a beaded nose ornament with red cotton tufts. Juliana Akandas creates a mask that protects farmers among the Hausa people of Ghana. She names it Baba, meaning "good harvest."...  (Sese wood, brass, cotton thread and beads)

Wood mask, 'Love and Generosity'

$59.95   (Product ID 82630)

Juliana Akandas celebrates Akan tradition with the Adasa mask, which celebrates humanness. It represents such traits as love, generosity and good hospitality, and is usually found in welcoming homes. Carved of local sese wood, the mask is adorned with embossed brass plates and painted details....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Don't Jump to Conclusions'

$69.95   (Product ID 82631)

An elongated oval slopes to a delicate point, divided into measured fields. Juliana Akandas transform sese wood into a beautiful mask, hand-painted in glowing colors. Deftly handling three-dimensional geometry, Akandas covers the cheeks and forehead with elegant brass repoussé. Beads pierce the nose of a design she names Atea Bisa, a Ghanaian proverb that says "one must go to the root of the matter before jumping to conclusions."...  (Sese wood, brass and beads)

Wood mask, 'Tribal Man'

$67.95   (Product ID 82633)

"A big head is a heavy load," says a popular proverb in the Akan language. It inspires Juliana Akandas to craft this exquisite sese wood mask. Shaped like a droplet, it reveals closed eyes under elegantly arched eyebrows; the slender nose leads to a small mouth. Akandas names this mask Tedondo, meaning "big head" in the Akan language....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Peace from Ghana'

$62.95   (Product ID 82635)

Flame-like images dance on the forehead of this enigmatic visage. Lavishly-embellished with brass repoussé, the sese wood mask curves to form a strong profile. Gaunt lips bare even rows of teeth. Juliana Akandas sculpts an image thought to bring good tidings among the Akan people of Ghana. She names it Ahuntor, which means "peace."...  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Keeper of Rituals'

$57.95   (Product ID 82638)

Sober and thoughtful, a bearded visage seems to deliberate. His wide forehead suggests vast intelligence, and his long jute beard lends dignity to the dramatic mask. This personage represents the keeper of rituals among the Hausa people of Ghana. Juliana Akandas carves it from sese wood, painting the strong planes and contours and adding bright cotton earrings. She names this mask Gjaka (ritual)....  (Sese wood and jute)

Wood mask, 'Spirit Protector'

$62.95   (Product ID 82640)

Gaunt features evoke ancestral spirits, as thin lips part in a toothy smile. Juliana Akandas sculpts a mask from the Akan people of Ghana. Used for initiation into the first secret society, its features convey the drama and seriousness of the event. Akandas enhances the mask with the intricate texture of brass repoussé. She names it Brekete, meaning "protector."...  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Lovely Lady'

$69.95   (Product ID 82641)

Ahoofe means "beautiful" in the Akan language, and is the name chosen for this mask by Juliana Akandas. Sculpting sese wood into elegant contours, she depicts a woman from this southern and coastal Ghana culture. The intricate texture of embossed brass adorns the lovely visage, and the image wears a nose adornment and earrings of beads and cotton tufts....  (Sese wood, brass and beads)

Wood mask, 'Courage, Sense and Wisdom'

$57.95   (Product ID 82642)

Serene features convey sensibility and closed lips wisely hold silence. Sculpted of sese wood, elegant contours painted by hand merge with the texture of brass repoussé. Juliana Akandas crafts a mask used in northern Ghana when misunderstandings arise. "It represents three qualities, which are courage, sense and wisdom," she explains. She names the piece Fon, meaning "three wise friends."...  (Sese wood, brass, cotton thread and beads)

Wood mask, 'Haste Not'

$82.95   (Product ID 82643)

Elegant brass repoussé draws attention to narrow eyes that stare menacingly from sese wood. The long nose bears a beaded ornament of cotton thread that matches the earrings. Centered with a burnished brass diamond, the pointed forehead echoes the shape of the chin. Juliana Akandas creates an image from the Bantu people of Ghana. Named Huhuuhu (fearful) in the Akan language, the mask illustrates the saying "caution comes from God, and haste from the devil."...  (Sese wood, brass, cotton thread and beads)

Wood mask, 'End to Calamity'

$59.95   (Product ID 82644)

Sensuous lips and sloe eyes of sese wood confer a sleek beauty on this elegant mask. An ornament of beads and cotton thread adorns the nose and richly embossed brass covers cheeks and forehead. Among the Akan people of Ghana, this mask is believed to scare away the spirits of calamity. Juliana Akandas names the piece Mumah Po, which means "big forehead."...  (Sese wood, brass, cotton thread and beads)

Wood mask, 'Royal Heritage'

$39.95   (Product ID 83079)

Replete in Akan stylizations, this mask is reserved for those of royal lineage. Known as an adehye ("royal"), this sese wood replica by Daniel Nyadedzor is embellished with embossed brass motifs....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Serene Protection'

$38.69   (Product ID 83081)

Daniel Nyadedzor finds inspiration in the customs and beliefs of the Akan people, replicating this sese wood mask. Known as Nyame Ye, the mask represents God and can be found protecting many homes throughout Ghana. Nyadedzor carves the mask of sese wood and adorns it with embossed brass plates....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Death Be Gone'

$39.95   (Product ID 83083)

Steeped in legendary spiritualism, this mask features tiny scars around the mouth area. According to Akan customs, babies are sometimes marked as such to scare the spirit of death away and allow the child to live. It is believed that death will not want a horrible-looking child. Daniel Nyadedzor replicates this extraordinary piece from local sese wood and adorns it with brass motifs....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Success'

$39.95   (Product ID 83086)

Daniel Nyadedzor finds inspiration in the customs and beliefs of the Akan people as he replicates this sese wood mask. Known as Nkunim, the mask is believed to bring success and can be found adorning many homes throughout Ghana. Nyadedzor carves the mask of sese wood and adorns it with embossed brass plates....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Bold Courage'

$39.95   (Product ID 83087)

Daniel Nyadedzor finds inspiration in the customs and traditions of the Akan people, creating this enchanting sese wood mask. Known as Akokuroduro, the mask symbolizes boldness and can be found adorning many homes throughout Ghana. Nyadedzor carves the mask of sese wood and adorns it with embossed brass plates....  (Sese wood with brass)

Wood mask, 'Patience'

$29.95   (Product ID 83375)

From Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso comes this extraordinary mask, elegantly adorned with embossed brass plates. An expressive replica of Akan origin, this mask is found in homes as a reminder to take one's time and be patient in life, towo boa se in the Akan dialect....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'A Friend Remembers'

$59.99   (Product ID 83865)

Bold stripes alternate colors, suggesting the strong bonds of friendship. Dramatic and beautiful, this traditional mask comes from the Akan people of Ghana. Ernestina Oppong Asante sculpts sese wood into a perfect oval with round eyes and mouth. She names this design Kae Daabi, meaning "remember someday." "Sometimes in our life we don't remember the good things our friends have done for us," she says....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Give Thanks'

$39.95   (Product ID 84211)

A diamond-shaped plane yields the smooth features of a Ghanaian personage, expressed in African sese wood. Wearing a red headdress, the mask is centered by a long, slender nose that slopes to full, sensuous lips. This handsome visage by Victor Yao Delanyo is named Aseda (Thanks) in the Akan language. The masks are used during ceremonies of gratitude, thanking the gods for deliverance from the evil ones....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Spirituality'

$49.95   (Product ID 84218)

Mystical, this expressive mask honors Adieso customs and beliefs. Known as sunsum ("spirituality"), the mask usually makes an appearance at religious festivals. Victor Yao Delano uses manual tools to carve the rounded mask from sese wood. He uses brass plates to adorn it according to the customs of the Adieso people of Ghana....  (Sese wood with brass)

Wood mask, 'Sage Village Elder'

$74.95   (Product ID 84310)

Solemn and sage, the face of an Akan elder inspires respectful admiration. Evens Doe Martey carves a magnificent sese wood replica featuring a jute beard. According to tradition, this mask is to be worn during initiations rites, to proclaim the Akan people's moral code....  (Sese wood and jute)

Wood mask, 'An End to Tears'

$62.95   (Product ID 84421)

With mouth open wide to reveal teeth and tongue, he cries aloud with grief. Nana Frimpong depicts a personage on the verge of tears. Polished sese wood emanates raw emotion in a powerful and-carved mask. Frimpong names the piece Dabene, meaning "when" in the language of Ghana's Akan tribe. "This piece symbolizes that troubles are going to be over," he confides....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'King of the Cocoa'

$44.95   (Product ID 84821)

The elongated form of a cocoa pod encloses a handsome face. Wide eyes divide the pointed oval into a harmonious composition. Embellished with lustrous brass repoussé, this elegant mask by Daniel Nyadedzor is named Cocoahene. Hene means "king" in the Akan language. Cocoa is a major export product of Ghana, an important factor in the nation's economy....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Together for Peace'

$44.95   (Product ID 84822)

Narrow as a needle, this exquisite mask reveals the eternal intrigue of West African aesthetics. Lustrous brass repoussé enhances the contours of natural sese wood. Daniel Nyadedzor carves an image from the Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast. A smaller face sits atop the stylized visage, which Nyadedzor names Asom Dwoe, meaning "Peace" in the Akan language....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Patience'

$62.95   (Product ID 85193)

Juliana Akandas replicates the art of the Akan people of Ghana with this extraordinary mask. Known as Etoboasie, the sese wood work features a bird looking downwards upon a face with an open mouth. This mask symbolizes the virtue of patience and it is adorned with embossed brass plates....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Guest Forever'

$62.99   (Product ID 85223)

Coquettish and stylish, this elegant mask is worn by the Akan people during special feasts and celebrations. Juliana Arkandas carves an extraordinary sese wood replica; every detail faithfully reproduced and well taken care of. The mask is known as abodwese, which in the Akan language means "long chin."...  (Sese wood and brass plates)

Wood mask, 'Lady Protector'

$49.95   (Product ID 85224)

Mystical and powerful, this sese wood mask of a young woman is hailed as a protective spirit. Juliana Akandas carves this piece in the tradition of the Akan people of Ghana, who usually keep a similar mask in their homes for protection and guidance....  (Sese wood and raffia)

Wood mask, 'Love Bird'

$39.95   (Product ID 85234)

This elegant mask by Nana Frimpong depicts a young Akan man. With eyes closed, his mind drifts away to his beloved. The delicate visage slopes to a graceful point, evoking a heart, while a bird named Odo (Love) perches atop his head....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Love One Another'

$39.95   (Product ID 85245)

A sleekly lovely personage wears a turban with a smaller face peeking out of it. "The small head shows how we love one another," says Nana Frimpong. Thus he names this elegant mask Onua Do Nayen, which means "love one another" in the language of the Akan tribe of Ghana and the Ivory coast. African sese wood is the medium, expertly hand-carved and burnished with dark tan and mansion polish....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'One Who Helps'

$49.95   (Product ID 85475)

With a self effacing expression, this personage seeks to serve others, not himself. The elegant features are topped with a tall hat in the style of West Africa. Nana Frimpong sculpts the mask to illustrate a proverb among the Akan people of Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Boafo ye na means "people who give help are scarce to be found," thus he names this sese wood mask "Boafo," or "helper."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Continuation of Beauty'

$49.00   (Product ID 85543)

A work of extraordinary beauty, this mask originates from the customs of the Akan people of Ghana. According to tradition, when a girl is born she must be visited by the village elders to remark on her beauty. If approved, she is declared to be a proud preserver of her family's beauty. In Akan dialect, this sese wood mask is known as Ahofe ntoasoe ("continuation of beauty"), and it is carved by hand by the talented Nana Frimpong....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Testimony'

$49.00   (Product ID 85544)

Authoritative features gaze assuredly as the mouth prepares to speak. Hewn from sese wood and finished to a brilliant sheen, this handsome mask forms harmonious planes. A striped headdress crowns the visage by Nana Frimpong, named Adasie, or "Testimony" in the Akan language....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Forest Bird'

$44.95   (Product ID 86645)

Elongated features depict a slender bird from the forest. The Akan people of Ghana believe that birds bring good fortune and place such images in shrines. Working in African sese wood, Juliana Akandas creates a mask she names Kwae Anomaa, "Forest Bird" in Akan....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Joy at the Harvest'

$69.95   (Product ID 86840)

Long, solemn features confer dignity, while yellow communicates joy. Covered with textured brass plates, this mask by Juliana Akandas comes from the Akan people of southern Ghana and the southeast Ivory Coast. It is worn by the elder of the town to thank the gods for abundance during harvest rituals. Akandas names the piece Otwabere, Akan for "harvest time."...  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Thankful'

$89.99   (Product ID 86841)

A stylized braid arcs above this slender personage, enhancing the abstract features. Squared eyes give a mystical gaze while elongated features confer grace on this elegant polychrome carving. The mask comes from Ghana's Ga tribe, where they are used during thanksgiving ceremonies. Carved by hand, this piece by Juliana Akandas is named Shedaa (thanks)....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Akan Spirit Protector'

$57.95   (Product ID 87593)

Emulating tribal markings, the textures of brass repoussé ripple seductively across his forehead. Wide eyes are ever vigilant, for this personage is the Susum Banbofo, or "Spirit Protector." Daniel Nyadedzor carves a beautiful sese wood mask, used by the Akan people of Ghana to provide spiritual protection from the evil ones....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'I Too Have a Say'

$54.95   (Product ID 87594)

Wisely knowing when to keep silent and when to speak, this powerful visage represents a mediator among the Akan people of Ghana. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts a mask of sensuous beauty with full lips and half-closed eyes. Brass repoussé adorns the wide, intelligent forehead. Nyadedzor names the piece Me Nso Meka Bi – "I Too Have a Say" in Akan....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'On My Behalf'

$59.95   (Product ID 87596)

In Africa, people depend on one another and relationships are of utmost importance. For this reason, when someone is being punished, his guardian or parents will come and plead for that person. In the Akan language, the phrase they usually use is Me Nti, meaning "because of me." When this phrase is invoked, the person receives mercy. Daniel Nyadedzor carves this mask to depict the intercessor, with the beloved one appearing atop a tall crown. Applications of textured brass adorn the forehead, and the piece is given an antique effect....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'King of Success'

$54.95   (Product ID 87598)

Long and elegant, smooth contours convey a sense of achievement. The rich textures of brass repoussé lend an opulent feeling to this mask by Daniel Nyadedzor. The Akan people of Ghana believe such masks bring them success in everything they do. Nyadedzor names the piece Nkosoohene, or "King of Success."...  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Festive Wisdom'

$49.95   (Product ID 87910)

Intended as a festive piece, this mask bears the fascinating artistry of the Ashanti people of Ghana. It features two faces auguring wisdom, for as the saying goes, "two heads are better than one." Robert Nortey carves this extraordinary mask from noble sese wood. His care for detail is admirable as he incorporates an aluminum plated embossed with the image of a slithering gecko....  (Sese wood and aluminum)

Wood mask, 'Wealthy Man'

$79.95   (Product ID 89846)

Smooth sese wood, carved by hand, takes on the features of a stylized person. Narrow eyes above a long mouth form an Akan mask by Salihu Ibrahim. Named Meye Odefo – "I am a wealthy person" – it personifies someone with property, money and manners. The Akan people use it during funeral ceremonies and entertainment....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Power and Glory'

$67.95   (Product ID 90549)

Akan customs and beliefs inspire a celebratory mask proclaiming the power and supremacy of God. Ernestina Oppong Asante carves the mask by hand of sese wood featuring horns, which stand for power. The Gye Nyame Adinkra symbol is emblazoned under the expressive face; this legendary mark announces "I fear no one but God."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Akan Leader'

$49.95   (Product ID 90884)

Stern features denote a man unmoved by petty rivalries. Characterized by his objectivity and fairness, the mask depicts a tribal leader. Parallel lines underscore the regular contours of this carving by Abdul Karim Star. He names it Edinka (leader), as such masks are given to leaders of the Akan people....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Think of Yourself'

$49.95   (Product ID 90983)

Elegant and mysterious, this mask proudly wears Akan stylizations. Eric Darko calls this piece Dwenwo Ho, an Akan saying that teaches to think about one's self. "In life we must always think about ourselves, and see what the future holds for us," explains Darko....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Lead a Good Life'

$57.95   (Product ID 90984)

Eric Darko carves a mask of elegant distinction as he celebrates the wisdom and customs of the Akan people. Carved of sese wood and embellished with brass plates, the mask reminds one to lead a good life - bobra papa. The Akans say that one must always lead a good life, because one never knows what life has in store for the future....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Have a Good Life'

$52.95   (Product ID 90985)

Eric Darko carves a mask of sage distinction, celebrating the wisdom of the Akan people. Carved of sese wood and embellished with brass plates, the mask reminds one to lead a good life - bobra papa. The Akans say that one must always lead a good life, because one never knows what life has in store for the future....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'True Friend'

$49.95   (Product ID 90987)

"In times of hardship a friend is always there for you, and when you find such a friend, you are happy for life," confides Eric Darko, who replicates the friendship mask of the Akan people. Worn during special celebrations, the mask features the face of a woman, smiling a radiant smile. This sese wood mask is aptly called Adanfo, meaning "friend."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Wonderful Love'

$49.95   (Product ID 90990)

Inspired by Akan sayings, Eric Darko carves an extraordinary mask featuring a visage blossoming from a seed. "Love is so wonderful that it is beyond human imagination," exclaims Darko. "It's like a small seed that germinates into a very big tree. Love is so peaceful, kind, and gentle." Darko calls this mask anwanwa do, meaning "wonderful love."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Ancient Man'

$49.95   (Product ID 90992)

Eric Darko carves a faithful sese wood replica of the tete ni mask of the Akan people. Meaning "ancient man," it is worn during special celebrations as a reminder of their forefathers, who remain with them in spirit....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Be Strong'

$54.95   (Product ID 90993)

"No matter what happens, one most look to the positive," encourages Eric Darko. "In Akan we say hye den, which means be strong, no matter what comes your way." To complete his message, Darko includes the sankofa bird on this sese wood mask. The legendary bird symbolizes positive reversion and revival....  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Be Positive'

$57.95   (Product ID 90994)

Eric Darko takes inspiration from the Adinkra symbols of the Ashanti people to craft this mesmerizing mask. Elegantly detailed with embossed brass plates, the mask features the sankofa bird, which symbolizes positive reversion and revival, especially in times of hardship....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Take Heart'

$57.95   (Product ID 90995)

A solemn face enlivens this mask as it shares the wisdom of the Ga people of Ghana. Known as natsui, it is worn for entertainment during special feasts as it suggests to "take heart." "The Ga people strongly believe that whatever one does in life, one must take heart in doing it, for one never knows what the future holds," explains Eric Darko....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Elegant Gentleman'

$57.95   (Product ID 92072)

Named Abrantie (Gentleman), this mask depicts a young dandy from the Akan culture. Eric Danquah depicts the slender visage with a high forehead and his hair slicked back. Brass repoussé and bright color adorn the piece that represents an elegantly dressed man....  (Sese wood and brass)

Wood mask, 'Elderly Gentleman'

$49.95   (Product ID 92075)

Wearing a long, slender mustache and a well-groomed beard, this mask depicts an elderly gentleman from the Akan culture. Squinting eyes peer through spectacles while the mouth repeats their thin rectangular shape. Nana Frimpong carves a handsome mask he names Akwakora, Akan for "old man."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Fear Only God'

$39.95   (Product ID 92348)

Gordon Adu presents an imposing mask from Ghana's Akan people. Carved from sese wood and finished with mansion polish, it bears a traditional Adinkra symbol on the wide forehead. These communicate popular wisdom to the people. The impressive Gye Nyame symbol with its rotating movements is understood as "I fear none except God."...  (Sese wood)

Wood mask, 'Sprinkle'

$39.95   (Product ID 92353)

Mpeteman, meaning "sprinkle" in the Akan language, is the name Wilson Aboagye gives this mask. Expertly carved from sese wood, the elegant, elongated visage receives intriguing speckled color....  (Sese wood)