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Send to a friendJute Bearded African Wood Mask from Ghana, "Abajo"
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This fascinating mask is the original design of Awudu Saaed from Ghana. The elongated visage has its mouth open and eyebrows arched, as if in surprise. Carved by hand from rubberwood, the mask features a long beard made of jute. The artisan names his creation Abajo, meaning "come and dance" in the Ga tongue.
- 0.29 kgs
- 0.6 lbs
- 22 cm H x 12 cm W x 5.5 cm D
- 8.75" H x 4.7" W x 2.2" D
- Rubberwood, jute
- Intended as wall decor
- Features a rustic, rugged finish
- 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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Lorna
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12/18/2019
"Fabulous Artisan Crafted Mask"
Great packing protected this hand crafted mask shipped promptly from Africa. Looks great on my ?mask wall? in my loft. Wonderful detail, and professional finishing with fibers and paint. I love it!
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Thomas
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11/04/2019
"Mask"
Beautiful, very cool
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JACQUELINE M
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08/09/2019
"Holds his own"
OMGoodness...he is small, BUT. elegant...definitely holds his own within my collection...He is GORGEOUS...Thank you...peace and blessings
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Abajo, Jute Bearded African Wood Mask from Ghana
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Susan
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10/24/2023
"Beautiful texture"
I was very happy with this mask. I especially like the mix of textures, quality craftsmanship, and tranquil expression.
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JR
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07/05/2023
"Incredible Artwork"
Not sure how I stumbled upon this mask in the first place but from the moment I saw it, something about it haunted me. Its beautiful. I could NOT stop thinking about it and finally caved, and Im so glad I did. The colors, the beadwork, and the craftsmanship are all incredible. This is my favorite piece of art we own, by far. I cant wait to collect more of Awudu Saaeds work.
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Malik
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04/30/2023
"this piece is BEAUTIFUL"
DO NOT STOP MY BROTHER . ONE DAY SOON I HOPE TO MEET FACE-TO-FACE
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Mbara Hunter, Aluminum and Wood African Mask Textured from Ghana
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Microcredit Financing
Awudu Saaed has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $800. Proceeds were used to stock up on the raw materials he uses for his masks, vases and decor items.
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