African Wood Mask, "Baule Plea for Rain"
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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 rain. This is needed for the harvest," the artisan explains. Carved by hand from seasoned African sese wood, the mask is decorated with ornate aluminum repoussé.
- 0.66 kgs
- 1.5 lbs
- 51 cm H x 11 cm W x 5 cm D
- 20" H x 4.3" W x 2" D
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Walda
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03/30/2022
"powerful & artistic ... greets visitors to my home"
love this elephant protector mask ... beautiful & meaningful. adorns my entrance hallway.
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Edward
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02/28/2022
"Emac"
Love it has gotten many compliments. People know I am an avid reader so when I tell them what it represents they say great choice
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Julia
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08/25/2021
"Unique and colorful !"
This beautiful work has so many details and colors ! Very talented master carver and decorator - it was done with a lot of kindness and love !
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Husband
- Occasion: anniversary
Imani
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04/22/2021
"Much Needed Valued Treasure!"
I am in love with my new gift. It arrived quicker than I expected it to, well packaged and looks just like the picture. Its giving good energy and good vibes.
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Kamau
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04/18/2021
"Traditional presence in my space..."
I love my new masks!!! They are beautifully-crafted. Shipment was fast and the masks were well-protected. I recommend this artisan!
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Kamau
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04/18/2021
"Strong presence in my studio space!"
I love the presence my new masks bring to my workspace!!! They are beautifully-crafted. Shipment was fast and the masks were well-protected. I recommend this artisan!
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- Compliment your wall-décor with something more than a "print
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"My dream is to one day have a big workshop to train a lot of people – especially school dropouts who think life has ended. Their success in the art of carving would be my legacy."
Latest Update“I am Godfred France, and I joined NOVICA in March, 2010. “I am a producer of home decor items. In the beginning, finding a market to... read more