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African Sese Wood Mask with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana, "Baluba Rings"
Carved by hand of sese wood in the traditional style of Baluba tribe masks, this African mask makes a striking addition to any home. The Baluba people of Africa, known for their farming lifestyle, are native to Zambia and Zaire. Ghanaian artisan Abdulai Osman Adam crafts the mask to feature alternating rings of black and white, with a rustic finish and a prominent nose bridge that extends up and down the face.
- 0.42 kgs
- 0.9 lbs
- 22 cm H x 20 cm W x 8 cm D
- 8.75" H x 7.75" W x 3.1" D
- Sese wood
- Intended as wall decor
- Features a distressed finish
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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Joseph
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05/19/2021
"Love it"
Its exactly like the picture shown, its whimsical and unique and I will adore it on my office wall forever! Fantastic work done by Abdulai!
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Michelle
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04/19/2021
"Fantastic piece"
Great quality mask & love the size. Needed a few smaller masks to complete a home decor project & this one was perfect!
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- Home decor
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Eva
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03/05/2020
"African wood mask,Baluba Rings"
I love this mask, very authentic looking. Perfect size to hang with the other African masks I have.
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Julianna
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10/27/2019
"GREAT!"
I have this displayed in my livingroom and get lots of compliments. beautiful and unique. colors are stunning. My favorite piece in living area. Thank you!
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Desiree
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09/23/2017
"Small Yet Impactful!"
This mask is small in size; however, it is both dramatic and impactful to any decor. The color contrast between tyhe beige and black accentuates the physical features of the face. It is a beautiful piece!
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Alexandria
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04/20/2022
"Good sized and striking"
love the cheery yellow - brightens up a dark room
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Eva
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02/01/2021
"Gift of royality"
Quite similar to 2 other masks I ordered but still love it.
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Gift of Royalty, African Sese Wood Mask with Brass Plate Accents
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Nadine
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12/03/2020
"Absolutely Beautiful!"
Looks Great in My Dining Room!
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Judy
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02/19/2020
"Very nice piece! I turned it into an ornament"
I bought this to turn into a Holiday ornament for my tree that has all African ornaments. Very fine craftsmanship.
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Dark Treble Clef, Ebony Wood Treble Clef Pendant Necklace from Ghana
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JOyCE
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01/19/2020
"My friend loved these as a Christmas gift"
These are well made and lovely. They are elegant and understated.
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- accenting an outfit
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Dark Treble Clef, Ebony Wood Treble Clef Pendant Necklace from Ghana
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Denise
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01/06/2020
"HippoHead"
Although a nice piece, the base is not flat and so it rocks back and forth when disturbed.
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- ornament
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Hippo Head, Ebony Wood Hippo Bust Sculpture from Ghana
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