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Hand Carved Wooden Igbo Mask, "Uzoma"
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Representing Uzoma, meaning "the good way" in the Igbo language, this mask is crafted by artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu through an intensive process requiring both patience and skill. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, then allows it to dry for two weeks before sanding and hand painting the elongated nose, closed eyes, mouth and dotted incision details. The Nigerian-style mask, intended for wall use, is then painted with striking yellow and blue highlights, and finished with clay for an aged, vintage look.
- 0.36 kgs
- 0.8 lbs
- 24.5 cm H x 13.5 cm W x 6 cm D
- 9.75" H x 5.25" W x 2.4" D
- Sese wood, clay
- 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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Amanda
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11/12/2020
"Absolutely exquisite"
So pleased with this purchase. Packaging, delivery and service were exemplary, but most of all the talent of the artist is something I am proud to support. It will be treasured by my mixed race son as a reminder of his Igbo heritage. Thank you Novica.
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Uzoma, Hand Carved Wooden Igbo Mask
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Jolea
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09/22/2018
"Beautiful!!"
I love this mask! Thank you.
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Uzoma, Hand Carved Wooden Igbo Mask
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Bert
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06/26/2023
"Fabulous mask"
This is one of my very favorite masks. It is completely unique, and I had been looking for one like this for a long time. A++++++++++++++++++++++++
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Philip
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04/16/2023
"Beautiful mask"
This mask has been hanging on the wall in our living room for the past couple of years. It has a great finish and gives a warm, welcoming and interesting feel to the room. Very happy with it.
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Serve Well, African wood mask
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Philip
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04/16/2023
"Lovely mask"
Lovely mask - looks great on the wall and works perfectly in our home.
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Marsha
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04/09/2023
"Another Winner!"
Very striking color combination. The detail that appears looks similar to netting. This mask blends well with the Stunning-Amahle wood-mask I previously purchased.
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Face of Happiness, African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana
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Caring for Children
Abdul has four children of his own and and cares for an additional four. All eight children live with him and he treats them all as his own.
Job Creator
Abdul has a dream of establishing an art academy for carving and sharing the African culture that is so closely tied to wood carving. So far, he has trained over 30 people but hopes that number can grow to be in the hundreds with an academy.
Moving On Up
Since he started working with NOVICA, he has been able to grow his business. Through NOVICA and his determination, every day he gets a little closer to his goal of empowering and training others in carving.
Microcredit Financing
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to pay for improvements to his workshop.
Enabling Education
Abdul financially supports the education of his own four children and the four other children that live with him.
Write a review"In 2000, I went into carving and since then I have never regretted it. But I haven't abandoned painting completely either."
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