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Supreme Deity Hand Carved Sese Wood Bird Wall Mask from Ghana

Kwasi George

(4)

Artisan Kwasi George of Ghana hand-carves three birds onto this sese wood wall mask, one on top of its head and two below its chin. The artisan's unique design features an Adinkra symbol on the mask's forehead; Gye nyame, which means "except for God" and symbolizes God's supremacy. Local clay is applied to give the mask an aged patina.

£167.99 Wholesale

£167.99
Horned Bird Spirit Hand Carved Sese Wood Horned Beak Bird West African Mask

Kwasi George

(4)

Artisan Kwasi George from West Africa crafts this mask from sese wood to represent the formidable aspects of a sharp-eyed bird. The striking design blends avian and human features to create an eerie and beautiful piece that will draw the attention of everyone in the room. The mask is hand-carved, with a bird's beak, two eyes, the abstract representation of human hair and face paint, and two long horns that have been engraved with a spiral pattern.

£108.99 Wholesale

£108.99
Two Birds Bird-Themed African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana

Winfred Ansah Okoampah

(6)

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 is depicted with two birds perched atop the head, as embossed aluminum with bird patterns decorates the face.

£108.99 Wholesale

£108.99
Suumo Birds Bird-Themed African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana

Rapheal L. Commey

(6)

Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey names this African mask Suumo, which means "love" in the Ga language. Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this mask features a red-orange color with the image of two love birds that bring their beaks together to hold a small brass accent. Patterns decorate the eyes, cheeks, and chin of this mask, which is rubbed with clay for a rustic finish.

£108.99 Wholesale

£108.99
Shower of Blessings African Wood Mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(130)

Birds pose on the forehead of this dramatic mask by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Carved and painted by hand, it is embellished with applications of brass and aluminum repoussé, while bright beads adorn the cheeks. "The masks are seen in the area of Nandom in the Upper West Region of Ghana," the artisan explains. "The birds represent strange birds that come to destroy their crops, however the people make sacrifices to prevent this from happening. So I named the mask Godrya, a Hausa word which means 'Shower of Blessings.'"

£66.69 Wholesale

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Gallant Bird Traditional Bird African Wood Mask in Brown and Black Tones

Akoma of West Africa

(4)

African mythology relates birds to fertility and prosperity. Drawing inspiration from this ancient symbolism, Ghanaian artisans hand-carve a traditional African mask in brown and black tones. The top features a bird carving, adding a special meaning to the item.

£72.99 Wholesale

£72.99
Love Is Good African Wood Mask

Awudu Saaed

(82)

Their feathers suggesting a heart, two birds represent love in Awudu Saaed's original design. He carves the large sese wood mask by hand, masterfully detailing the male and female birds on the forehead. The mask's florid cheeks are embossed in aluminium. Saaed calls his design "Odo pa," which means "Good Love" in the Twi dialect of the Akan people of Ghana.

£52.99 Wholesale

£52.99
Dark Bird African Wood Bird Mask from Ghana

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(130)

Hand-carved of sese wood in the shape of a bird's face, this African mask is designed by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. This mask is painted in tones of black and yellow and further enhanced with embossed brass.

£34.99 Wholesale

£34.99
Bird Man African wood mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(130)

Carved by hand from African African rubberwood, this handsome mask is decorated with colorful beads. A bird on the forehead is a symbol of victory. "Birds once destroyed their crops, but the Mamprusi people of Northern Ghana have overcome this problem with the help of the gods. Therefore they use this mask to give thanks for a bumper crop. Their harvest celebrations are very important," says artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu.

£63.99 Wholesale

£63.99
Colorful Sankofa Two Wood and Recycled Glass Adinkra Sankofa Bird Sculptures

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(130)

Inspired by the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, which means "return and get it," this pair of sculptures is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, depicting two birds that stretch their necks to reach over their backs. One bird has an egg in its mouth and the other has a closed beak. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this pair of sculptures, elaborating each bird with multicolored paints and vibrant, recycled glass beads.

£117.99 Wholesale

£117.99
Fisherman's Luck Hand Carved Wood Wall Mask

Sefah Mohammed

(14)

Perched on the crown of this sese wood mask is a bird that augurs good fishing. Sefah Mohammed crafts a spectacular replica of the Krachi mask, believed to have the power to ensure a bountiful catch. It is worn by the people of Kete-Krachi in Ghana's Volta region, who live by the lake. They believe that when birds hover overhead when out on the waters it is a good sign for them. Mohammed adorns this singular mask with painted details, sandpaper and embossed aluminum.

£81.99 Wholesale

£81.99
Dove Hand Carved African Wood Sculpture of Dove from Ghana

Kwasi George

(4)

A dove stands in all its glory in this majestic sese wood sculpture by artisan Kwasi George from Ghana. The bird's entire body is marked with etchings representing feathers and stands with its wings spread.

£72.99 Wholesale

£72.99

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Ernestina Asante

West Africa

Although carving has long been regarded as the preserve of men, Ernestina has been able to make her own mark on the industry, carving her own masks and djembe drums.

Through her sales with NOVICA, Ernestina has grown as an entrepreneur, expanding her business and taking on apprentices. She even persuaded her husband who was a taxi driver to quit his job and join NOVICA as a carver.

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