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Send to a friendHandcrafted African Festival Wood Mask, "Danyi"
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This highly expressive mask with a fierce visage is adorned with snakes around the face and is worn by the Akipinis people for the Danyibakaka Festival. The event celebrates the historic crossing of the Danyi River with the aid of serpents. Once they crossed they settled there, forming the Danyi district near the town of Kpando. Sinclair Yao Daley hand-carves a loyal sese wood replica of this celebratory mask.
- 0.69 kgs
- 1.5 lbs
- 35 cm H x 17 cm W x 10 cm D
- 13.75" H x 6.75" W x 3.9" D
- Sese wood
- Intended as wall decor
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Eco-Friendly: carved from natural and sustainable wood
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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- Free Gift Wrap? No
- Premium Gift Wrap? No
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David
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12/12/2017
"WOW! This is an Awesome Mask! TOP QUALITY!"
I will definitely be ordering more masks from Novica!Thank you SO much!This is really a very well made mask!!- DaveLas Vegas, NV
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Kathryn
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12/04/2017
"My dad loved it"
This was a gift for my father who loves hand carved masks. He found a spot for it amongst his collection. He loved the craftmanship.
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Father
- Occasion: birthday
Debra
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09/29/2017
"Danyi Wall Mask"
Beautiful wall mask!
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Chad
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01/13/2017
"Piece of Art"
This is an amazing mask . It is so smoothly carved and has some weight to it. I love it
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Larissa
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01/18/2023
"Beautiful, noble face"
What a stunning work of art! I love the heft of it, and the workmanship is obvious. Agya Kofi has pride of place on my wall! Thank you, Sinclair!
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Larissa
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01/02/2023
"My new favourite mask!"
I just love the bold colours and design of this substantial, eye-catching mask.
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Microcredit Financing
Sinclair Yao Daley has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $300.
Preserving Traditions
Sinclair was taught to carve by a master in the trade. Through him, he learned many traditional techniques which he continues to utilize.
Profound Impact
Almost all of Sinclair's income comes from NOVICA. He and his wife depend on his sales for their livelihood.
Elder Master
This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.
Write a review"My hope and plans for the future include establishing a workshop in my hometown and starting a tree farm and fish farm to help the youth there have a source of income."
"I am a woodcarver who is friendly and at the same time shy. I am a firm person and stick to my words. "I was born on May 20, 1948 in... read more
