African Wood Mask, "Aboakyer"
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The original design of this hand-carved mask by Awudu Saaed honors the Aboakyer Festival celebrated by the Winneba people. The sese wood mask is adorned with clay textures, painted details and a bushbuck on the mask's forehead. Oral tradition says the Winneba people wanted to thank the gods for looking after them when they migrated from Timbuktu (Sudan) to Ghana. In return the gods asked for a sacrifice, a member of the royal family; and years after, fearing the decimation of their royal family, the Winneba people asked for a different sacrifice, and the gods requested a wild cat. But many people died in the attempt of hunting the animal and bringing it back live, so the gods settled for a bushbuck.
- 0.57 kgs
- 1.3 lbs
- 50.5 cm H x 12.5 cm W x 5 cm D
- 20" H x 4.9" W x 2" D
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Susan
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10/24/2023
"Beautiful texture"
I was very happy with this mask. I especially like the mix of textures, quality craftsmanship, and tranquil expression.
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JR
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07/05/2023
"Incredible Artwork"
Not sure how I stumbled upon this mask in the first place but from the moment I saw it, something about it haunted me. Its beautiful. I could NOT stop thinking about it and finally caved, and Im so glad I did. The colors, the beadwork, and the craftsmanship are all incredible. This is my favorite piece of art we own, by far. I cant wait to collect more of Awudu Saaeds work.
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Malik
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04/30/2023
"this piece is BEAUTIFUL"
DO NOT STOP MY BROTHER . ONE DAY SOON I HOPE TO MEET FACE-TO-FACE
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Mbara Hunter, Aluminum and Wood African Mask Textured from Ghana
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Marsha
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04/09/2023
"Unique & Beautiful!"
This mask has been uniquely textured design is dramatically beautiful. Amazing detail on a relatively small mask structure. Very pleased!
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Linda
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03/27/2023
"Interesting piece"
Nice size. Intricate detail
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Williamg
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11/30/2022
"Lovely giraffe sculpture, great beadwork, good value. Lovely"
Impressive giraffe sculpture, great beadwork, great value! Very cool.
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Psychedelic Giraffe, Beaded African Wood Wall Carving in Orange and Blue
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