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African Wood Mask, "Honor the Ancestors"
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This handsome mask by Eric Danquah features an Adinkra symbol embossed on the forehead. This is understood as "go back to your roots," a message conveyed through the form of a bird with its head tilted backward. Carved by hand, the mask is named Animuonyam or "Honor" in the language spoken in Aburi, north of Accra. It is used in ceremonies for the ancestors.
- 0.75 kgs
- 1.7 lbs
- 44 cm H x 16 cm W x 5 cm D
- 17.25" H x 6.25" W x 2" D
- Sese wood and brass
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa
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Linda
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11/04/2019
"Beautiful table"
Love the table, but was delivered with a chip out of one of the elephants leg, so it?s currently hidden away against a wall until I can try and repair it as the light color wood shower starkly.
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Edith
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09/26/2019
"Nice addition to collection"
Thw brave buffalo mask is bold and a sign of strenght in my collection. It is made with grwat care and expertise.
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Brave Buffalo, Ahanti Wood Mask
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Judith
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09/23/2019
"Beautiful piece!"
Fit nicely with my other pieces from Ghana!
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Paddy
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08/07/2019
"Beautiful Craft"
I wasnt sure what to expect - photos can be misleading - I found a beautifully crafted mask and Im delighted with it.
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Patricia
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05/20/2019
"Beautiful music"
This piece of art sculpture was larger than I expected which gives it a solid presence. It is made of wood but the clean lines and colors show an artistry of one who can create movement, harmony and elegant poignancy using the carving knife like a conductors baton. Looking forward to seeing more examples of this artists work!
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James
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04/22/2019
"This a REAL JEWEL on my wall"
This sculptured wall piece is wonderfully made, and it stands out from all my other sculptures. We Luv it. Thank You.
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Eric Danquah has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $800. Proceeds were used to purchase wood as well as sandpaper, polish and wood stain for increased production.
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