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Hand Crafted Authentic African Beaded Wood Mask from Ghana, "Tears of Joy"
Smooth features reveal her youth, yet she is wise beyond her age. Tears spill from both eyes as great happiness overwhelms the girl. Rita Addo Zakour designs this beautiful African mask. Carved by hand of native sese wood, the mask features applications of aluminum repoussé, and beadwork surrounds the eyes. "Amidst extreme joy, some people shed tears," the Ghanaian artisan affirms.
- 0.72 kgs
- 1.6 lbs
- 29.5 cm H x 27.5 cm W x 9 cm D
- 11.5" H x 10.75" W x 3.5" D
- Sese wood, aluminum and recycled glass beads
- 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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Jane
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02/03/2017
"Love my mask"
This mask is very beautiful the workmanship is outstanding
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Michelle
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11/19/2020
"SUPERB quality!"
Nicer than I ever anticipated it to be - great size, color, detail & overall quality. Very impressed with this mask, so I bought 3 more round masks!
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Susan
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04/14/2017
"Mask reflects owners happiness"
This unique mask looks lovely in my foyer. The background color is lighter than on the website but I understand each piece is unique. Workmanship is superb.
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Vicki
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04/16/2023
"Beautiful earrings!"
Excellent workmanship. The colors/pattern is stunning in these earrings! They are light weight and beautiful on.
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- Casual or more formal
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Desert Morning, Handmade Upcycled Plastic Dangle Earrings from Ghana
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Donna
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04/01/2023
"Wake-up and shine!"
I am a night person so I dont see many sunrises except from the backside. These pretties make me think of sunrises and sunsets. Quite unique creations, and so statement-making..
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Donna
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04/01/2023
"Understated!"
I put nd on a then forgot they were there. They are very light and dance around to remind me of understated joy. I am very happy with this purchase.
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Nubueke, African Wood Beaded Earrings Artisan Crafted Jewelry
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Enabling Education
Rita has three children. Two of them are currently in the university and one studies in a vocational school.
Microcredit Financing
Rita Addo Zakour has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $400 and the most recent for $2050. Proceeds were used to purchase raw materials such as wood and paints.
Preserving Traditions
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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