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African Wood Mask, "Baule Plea for Rain"
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
- Sese wood and aluminum
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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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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A Man of Knowledge, African Wood Mask
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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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- 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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Our Traditions, African wood mask
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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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Profound Impact
Godfred supports himself and five others in his family. Since the majority of his family's income comes from NOVICA, each order helps improve their livelihoods.
Microcredit Financing
Godfred France has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $900. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, metal plates and sandpaper for production.
Enabling Education
With his sales from NOVICA, Godfred is able to support the education of his three children as well as the daughters of his deceased sisters.
Elder Master
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Job Creator
Godfred hires assistants during periods of high demand.
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Write a review"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."
Update (July, 2019) “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... read more
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