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Handcrafted African Wood Mask, "In Silence"

With eyes closed, this beautiful visage is covered with ornate aluminum... more

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With eyes closed, this beautiful visage is covered with ornate aluminum repoussé. It is a traditional mask used in funeral rites by the chief priest of the Yiku clan of Ghana's Volta Region. The ceremony expels the souls of the recently dead. "The almost invisible mouth makes it sacred because of the silence during funerals," designer Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo explains. "Its possession assures protection while averting misfortune."

  • 0.87 kgs
  • 1.9 lbs
  • 42 cm H x 19 cm W x 7 cm D
  • 16.5" H x 7.5" W x 2.8" D

  • Sese wood and aluminum
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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Eugen

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11/29/2017

"Nice"

Very beautiful details. An interesting object.

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C

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05/22/2018

"Better"

easier to tolerate

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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02/05/2023

"Nice statue"

Very well executed statue.

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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01/21/2023

"Quality statue"

Very nice quality craftsmanship

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Patricia

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12/26/2022

"Awesome sculpture!"

Very well made and goes well with my African motif.

Best Uses

  • decorating the wall in any room

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Sam

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02/06/2022

"Stunning"

Large, imposing, striking, gorgeous. Thank you Evelyn.

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