




Hand-Carved Smiling Woman Sese Wood African Wall Mask, "Happy Woman"
Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim creates a jovial expression with this beautiful African mask. Carved from sese wood, it depicts a smiling woman with intricately placed details. The carving method used requires much dedication over a period of several weeks.
- 0.69 kgs
- 1.5 lbs
- 48.5 cm H x 21 cm W x 11 cm D
- 19" H x 8.25" W x 4.3" D
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01/22/2021
"A new favorite"





My husband really likes this new acquisition to his collection. We think it would be better to call the piece the Owl mask because it looks more like an owl than a butterfly but it is a good representation of a womens mask.
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Verified Reviewer
01/06/2021
"Very satisfied"





A heavy, well built and detailed mask. Glad that I purchased it.
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Verified Reviewer
01/06/2021
"Flexible and appealing"





A very different mask, but adaptable to many different atmospheres.
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Verified Reviewer
01/06/2021
"Strong Presence"





Well made structurally and cosmetically. Very nice mask!
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Verified Reviewer
12/03/2020
"Muy buena!"





excelente
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- lo tengo en mi biblioteca
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Verified Reviewer
11/22/2020
"excellent"





this mask is gorgeous. the carving is wonderful. it get lots of compliments.
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- adds beauty to living space
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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!
Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
This artist supports children under the age of 18.
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Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures
"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."