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Send to a friendHand Carved African Mask in Wood with Metal Accents, "Odinkro"
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The imposing visage in this mask is designed by Ernestina Oppong Asante in Ghana. Hand-carved from native sese wood, the mask features painted details and aluminum plates embossed with intricate patterns. The artisan names the mask Odinkro, which means "area chief" in the Twi language spoken by the Akan peoples in Ghana.
- 0.60 kgs
- 1.3 lbs
- 32.5 cm H x 16 cm W x 7 cm D
- 12.75" H x 6.25" W x 2.8" D
- Sese wood, aluminum
- Intended as wall decor
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Enabling Education
Ernestina supports and provides for her grandchildren's education.
Microcredit Financing
Ernestina Oppong Asante has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1600 and the most recent for $800. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood and paints, as well as leather for the drums.
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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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