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Hand Carved African Wood Mask, "African Elephant Spirit II"

Shaped like an elongated almond, this violet and black mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood, paints it by... more

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Shaped like an elongated almond, this violet and black mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood, paints it by hand and leaves carved out details in a cream hue. Vertical lines in parallel represent neatly combed hair, where a mighty African elephant stands out. Below, another elephant is revealed by Sackey.

  • 1.03 kgs
  • 2.3 lbs
  • 46 cm H x 19.5 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 18" H x 7.75" W x 3.1" D

  • Sese wood
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 215718
Theophilus Sackey
Theophilus Sackey

West Africa

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Gail

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Dec 14, 2017

“Perfect addition to my collection”

Beautiful work. Love this mask

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Gale

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Jun 21, 2016

“Amazing piece of art”

One of my daughter's favorites! We love your work and the meaning behind each of your creations.

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  • This was a gift for: Daughter
  • Occasion: Christmas

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Peter Grondin

From Rochester, NY

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Apr 15, 2021

“Wood Mask”

Loved it! Get one today!

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Grier

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Jun 07, 2019

“African Elephant Spirit 11”

Beautifully carved, love the purple Elephant. Perfect match with the African wood mask Gye Nyame 11.

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Laura

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Jan 25, 2019

“African Lodge”

We have an African lodge that we collect items for. This mask was perfect in it. Beautifully crafted, a great treat!

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Shelley

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Aug 30, 2018

“Standout”

This mask stands out and is regal in appearance. Actually it is more beautiful than appears in photo.Thrilled with it.

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David

From New Orleans, Louisiana

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Oct 27, 2023

“Sexy”

The best description of this piece is sexy. Curves of the stripping coupled with colored lips and lids ... awesome!

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  • wall decor
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Zebra Curves, African Zebra Motif Wood Wall Mask from Ghana

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David

From New Orleans, Louisiana

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Oct 27, 2023

“Eye Catching!”

I have an ever growing collection of African masks and the green featured in this work of art pops beautifully!

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Green Sankofa, Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana

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Marsha

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Apr 20, 2023

“Fabulous!”

I received this mask today. It is even more beautiful in person than online. I am so pleased! Surprisingly, the mask appears to be black and white only in the online image. In fact, the elephant appears a deep rich purple. This enhances the image. Its a wonderful art work.

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Elephant Vibrations, Handcrafted Sese Wood African Elephant Mask from Ghana

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Richard

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Apr 03, 2023

“Beautiful mask”

Its a great looking mask and true to the picture. Made with love and care. We put it in our dining room

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African Rhinoceros Spirit, Unique African Wood Wall Mask

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Bab

From Sweden

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Aug 15, 2022

“A nice mask”

Its very nice.

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Red Giraffe, Handcrafted Sese Wood African Giraffe Mask from Ghana

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Jacquelyn

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Jun 09, 2022

“The Gye Nyame Vibrations”

It is beautiful!

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Gye Nyame Vibrations, Sese Wood African Gye Nyame Adinkra Mask from Ghana

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Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Theophilus Sackey has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $1200.

Job Creator

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Profound Impact

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Moving On Up

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