unusual masks (31 items)
Dogon Dance
Hand Made Wood Wall Mask Mali from West Africa
Dogon Dance, Hand Made Wood Wall Mask Mali from West Africa
Emmanuel Austin Ankude
The Dogon people are one of the many characteristic and distinguished cultural groups found in Mali. Inspired by their art forms, Ghana's Emmanuel Austin Ankude crafts this Dogon mask used for dances.... read more$234.99Artist: Emmanuel Austin Ankude
Ebore Nesa
African Artisan Crafted Wall Mask with Embossed Aluminum
Ebore Nesa, African Artisan Crafted Wall Mask with Embossed Aluminum
Sefah Annwhar
Seemingly caught in a song or a speech, this stunning "Ebore Nesa" mask is an original design by Sefah Annwhar. Meaning "God's gift" in the Gonja language (Ghana), the sese wood... read more$117.99Artist: Sefah Annwhar
Power
African Wood Mask
Power, African Wood Mask
Victor Addo Biney
Distinguished by tall horns, this mask is inspired by the artistic customs of northern Ghana. In most communities, horns on a headdress denote power. Victor Addo Biney hand-carves the mask from sese... read more$199.99Artist: Victor Addo Biney
Monkey Antics
Handmade Liberian Wood Mask from Africa
Monkey Antics, Handmade Liberian Wood Mask from Africa
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim crafts an extraordinary monkey mask with the artistic stylizations of Liberia's Dan people. Reserved for durbars, its purpose is to entertain those who have traveled miles and anxiously... read more$149.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Bwa Butterfly
Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Bwa Butterfly, Hand Crafted Wood Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Target-like circles on the wings identify this ethereal creature as a butterfly. Gliding on outspread wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim... read more$94.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Supremacy
Artisan Crafted Wood Mask
Supremacy, Artisan Crafted Wood Mask
Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
"This mask brings honor, integrity and wisdom to the possessor," Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo explains. She designs the handsome features with elegant symmetry. "Such masks are always placed on... read more$129.99Artist: Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
Hungry Monkey
Authentic African Crafted Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask
Hungry Monkey, Authentic African Crafted Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask
Ali Mohammed
Depicting a monkey with an ear of corn in its mouth, this original African wood mask is aptly dubbed 'Hungry Monkey' by West African artist Ali Mohammed. This mask is hand carved from sese wood and... read more$109.99Artist: Ali Mohammed
Warrior Protector
Hand Carved Burkina Faso Wood Mask
Warrior Protector, Hand Carved Burkina Faso Wood Mask
Salihu Ibrahim
This handsome mask is worn by Mossi warriors of Burkina Faso for protection. Then, when they return home, they will wear it again during harvest festivals to show the gods their appreciation for... read more$529.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Kafuinam
Ewe Culture African Wood Mask Handmade by Ghana Artisan
Kafuinam, Ewe Culture African Wood Mask Handmade by Ghana Artisan
Victor Dushie
This hand-carved and decorated African mask by Ghana's Victor Dushie features rich colors and detailed aluminum and brass accents. The style of this mask celebrates the artistic heritage of the Ewe... read more$64.99Artist: Victor Dushie
Agona Antelope
African Wood Mask
Agona Antelope, African Wood Mask
Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
By Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng, this intriguing mask depicts an antelope, the totem of the royal family's Agona clan from Aburi. Long horns spiral upward while the alert face shows human lips. Earrings... read more$149.99Artist: Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng
Baule Moon King
Ivoirian wood mask
Baule Moon King, Ivoirian wood mask
Salihu Ibrahim
Carved by hand from sese wood, this stunning mask depicts the face of the moon. Salihu Ibrahim depicts a design from the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire. "Such masks are used on the first day the... read more$144.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Ndidi
Colorful Aluminum African Wood Mask from Ghana
Ndidi, Colorful Aluminum African Wood Mask from Ghana
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Featuring rich hues of blue and yellow, this multi-colored decorative mask is crafted out of rubberwood and aluminum by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. The artisan names the mask Ndidi, which... read more$64.99Artist: Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Strong Protector
Handcrafted African Wood and Jute Mask from Ghana
Strong Protector, Handcrafted African Wood and Jute Mask from Ghana
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim crafts a striking mask intended to protect and fight evil where it hangs. He calls the mask Toura, which in the language of Ghana's Hausa people means "Strong." Ibrahim crafts... read more$189.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Praise God
Handcrafted Circular West African Wall Mask in Red Tones
Praise God, Handcrafted Circular West African Wall Mask in Red Tones
Victor Dushie
Biblical themes inspire many of Victor Dushie's West African masks. Carved by hand from sese wood, a person with a round face sings praises to God. Embossed aluminum adorns the handsome visage. The... read more$64.99Artist: Victor Dushie
Black Spirit
Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask
Black Spirit, Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask
Akoma of West Africa
This intriguing mask is the creation of West African artisan Akoma. Hand carved from local sese wood, the unusual mask features and abstracted bird symbol sitting upon a long, narrow face with wide... read more$97.99Artist: Akoma of West Africa
Sarkin Kofar Naisa
Artisan Crafted Ofram Wood African Mask
Sarkin Kofar Naisa, Artisan Crafted Ofram Wood African Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood with striped horns, then paints the... read more$59.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Blue King
Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask
Blue King, Hand Carved African Ofram Wood Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood with a decorative top, then paints the... read more$57.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Sarkin Kofar Wambai
Hand Made Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Sarkin Kofar Wambai, Hand Made Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface black before... read more$49.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Sarkin Kofar Mazugal
Handcrafted Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Sarkin Kofar Mazugal, Handcrafted Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the horned mask from ofram wood and paints the surface black with... read more$49.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Saarkin Kofar Nasarawa
Handmade Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Saarkin Kofar Nasarawa, Handmade Ofram Wood and Leather Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface bright blue... read more$49.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Sarkin Kofar Nayibawa
Hand Crafted Ofram Wood and Jute Mask
Sarkin Kofar Nayibawa, Hand Crafted Ofram Wood and Jute Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the horned mask from ofram wood and paints the surface black before... read more$67.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Saarkin Kofar Mata
Hand Carved Ofram Wood Mask
Saarkin Kofar Mata, Hand Carved Ofram Wood Mask
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface dark green... read more$59.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Ghana's Happiness
Hand Carved West African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Ghana's Happiness, Hand Carved West African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana
Saeed Musah
Luminous and bright, this West African mask by Saeed Musah of Ghana is a stunning addition to any home decor. The handsome wall mask is hand carved from wood and accented by aluminum details. The... read more$59.99Artist: Saeed Musah
Sarkin Kofar Gabas
Ofram Wood and Raffia Mask from Ghana
Sarkin Kofar Gabas, Ofram Wood and Raffia Mask from Ghana
Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Robert Aidoo-Taylor's unusual mask is sure to brighten your walls and bring a smile to your face. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the long mask from ofram wood and paints the surface bright blue... read more$67.99Artist: Robert Aidoo-Taylor
Wise Men
Handcrafted Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Wise Men, Handcrafted Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Wide foreheads and a serious demeanor identify these personages as wise men. Also known as the three kings, they brought gifts to baby Jesus. Daniel Nyadedzor sculpts the trio from sese wood, bringing... read more$39.99Artist: Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Fruitful Woman
Hand Crafted Wood Wall Sculpture
Fruitful Woman, Hand Crafted Wood Wall Sculpture
Salihu Ibrahim
This unusual mask depicts only the torso of a woman great with child. Four leaves surround the navel, while textured motifs suggest ritual scarification. Carved of sese wood and adorned with white... read more$139.99Artist: Salihu Ibrahim
Three Kings
African Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Three Kings, African Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 3)
Emmanuel Nyadedzor
West Africa’s Daniel Nyadedzor hand-carves this set of three tree ornaments, depicting the three kings who proffered gifts to Baby Jesus. Because each ornament is individually carved and painted by... read more$49.99$29.99Artist: Emmanuel Nyadedzor
Ibiobio Horn
Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask
Ibiobio Horn, Hand Made African Sese Wood Mask
Christopher Nyasafo
A dark brown chair crowns the head of this unusual smiling mask designed by West Africa's Christopher Nyasafo. Crafted from local sese wood and jute details, the mask is called Ibiobio Horn, named... read more$134.99Artist: Christopher Nyasafo
Fan
Blue and Red African Wood Mask with Embossed Metal
Fan, Blue and Red African Wood Mask with Embossed Metal
Ernestina Oppong Asante
This unusual fan-shaped mask is the original design of Ernestina Oppong Asante in Ghana. The conical mask is painted in blue and reddish-brown shades, with embossed aluminum plates adorning the cheeks... read more$99.99Artist: Ernestina Oppong Asante
Songe Wise One
Hand Made Sese Wood Wall Mask
Songe Wise One, Hand Made Sese Wood Wall Mask
Nana Adu Amankwapam I
His eyes are attentive and, when he opens his mouth to speak, he does so carefully with great prudence. Carved by hand, this handsome mask by Nana Adu Amankwapam I comes from the Songe people of the... read more$69.99Artist: Nana Adu Amankwapam I
Veiled Queen
Beninese Wood Wall Mask
Veiled Queen, Beninese Wood Wall Mask
Nana Adu Amankwapam I
An extraordinary mask, this piece captures the poise and elegance of a Benin queen. An unusually expressive piece, this veiled woman is hand-carved from sese wood. The people of Benin celebrate their... read more$94.99Artist: Nana Adu Amankwapam I