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Sculpted from well-seasoned sese wood, this magnificent mask is adorned with applications of embossed aluminum and polished to perfection. A bird crowns the thoughtful visage, touching the forehead with its beak. Eric Darko creates an image from Ghana's Akan people, naming his work Effutu, or "Advice."
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WONDERFUL !!!
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This sculpture is a wonderful addition to a shelf or even displayed on a table. It looks great, has a good weight to it and its well made.
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My kids still play this drum after so many years (they are teenagers now). This is a classic gift that we recieved for our wedding several years ago. Beautiful.
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You can find our akan wood mask 'Good Advice' by Eric Darko in masks categories such as Wood Masks. Enjoy exploring these sections for other Novica treasures.
Microcredit Financing
Eric Darko has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $400. Proceeds were used to hire additional artisans and to invest in the purchase of raw materials such as wood and polish for production.
Preserving Traditions
This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.
Job Creator
This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.
Profound Impact
Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.
Moving On Up
This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.
Darko's inspiration comes naturally....
Latest Update“I joined Novica in 2008. At that time, production was a challenge due to financial reasons and getting good raw materials. Now I can... read more