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African Senufo Style Hand Carved Wood Mask, "Firespitter"

The Kponyugo mask, sometimes known as the "firespitter" mask, is an important ceremonial mask for the Senufo people of Mali, the Ivory Coast... more

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The Kponyugo mask, sometimes known as the "firespitter" mask, is an important ceremonial mask for the Senufo people of Mali, the Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. Its fierce appearance is intended to elicit uncertainty and apprehension, and it is commonly used during funeral rituals to scare away malevolent spirits. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the mask with extraordinary attention to detail. Featuring horns, pointy tusks, sharp-looking teeth, and a raffia mane, the visage is fearsome.

  • 1.60 kgs
  • 3.5 lbs
  • 77 cm H x 24 cm W x 24 cm D
  • 30.5" H x 9.5" W x 9.5" D

  • Sese wood, brass
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 73544
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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Anthony

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Jan 25, 2017

“Great piece!”

A fantastic addition to our home. A really great piece of handcrafted art.

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Niomi

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Jan 02, 2020

“Social Piece”

Huge mask! Compliments my home very well.

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jim pawlak

From west bend

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Dec 20, 2016

“African Mask review”

It is beautiful piece of art work. It will fit right in with my collection of African art. Is there a way I can contact the artist? Id like to send him pictures of my collection. It might give him some ideas for future carvings.

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Tanks

From Columbia, MD, USA

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Nov 01, 2016

“The Firespitter”

This extraordinary piece is one of the focal points of my collection. It is impressively striking to say the least. Everyone who enters the room where it is featured makes comments that encompass its striking details, distinctiveness, and authenticity. The Firespitter will surpass your every expectation, and is truly a must have for any serious collector of superior quality masks.

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

“Good quality”

Excellent work!

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African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 25, 2024

“Beutiful item”

As expected

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Lobi Throne, Unique Wood Sculpture

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

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This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

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Salihu Ibrahim

Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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