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'Protection and Blessings' - Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Crowned with the image of a crested bird this mask symbolizes protection and blessings. Salihu Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask in the artistic tradition of the Guro tribe from Cote d'Ivoire. Noted for their zoomorphic features the masks were......

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Young Bambara Boy,'Malian wood mask'

Burnished brass brings a feeling of opulence to an aristocratic personage from the Bambara people of Mali. Representing a young man, its proud features are sculpted from African sese wood. Such masks are worn by uncircumcised boys after the millet......

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'1 Black-1 Burgundy-1 Blue-2-Layer Contoured Ikat Cotton Mask'

Rich burgundy, onyx black and sapphire blue bring dazzling jewel colors to cotton face masks. By Desak Nyoman Parwati, the set of three is created with the traditional ikat technique in which the threads are tie-dyed to create the motifs before they......

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Narrow View,'Multicolored Handmade African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Determined to make her way in the world as an artisan, Ghana's Victoria Agyepomaa designs fascinating masks. This mask is carved by hand from sese wood and then painted in bold shades of brick red, yellow and black. Embossed aluminum adorns both......

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Sky Inspiration,'3 Filter Pocket Double Cotton Print Masks in Blue Shades'

Three different shades of blue evoke the many moods of the sky. Crafted by Ully, each features crisscross elastic to stretch around the head for all-day wear. All three are double-layered and are both washable and reusable, with an opening so you......

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Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Blue Moon'

Carved by hand from sese wood this stunning mask depicts the face of the moon. Salihu Ibrahim recreates a design from the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. Such masks are used on the first day the moon appears in celebration and gratitude for God's......

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Hausa wood African mask, 'Giraffe'

A giraffe poses on the forehead of this handsome mask. Hand carved from African sese wood this design is named Bariwa Giraffe in the Hausa language of Nigeria. By Issaka Ibrahim it represents masks that are given to the community's best hunter....

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Zambian wood mask, 'My Bride' - Hand Beaded Wood Mask

This exquisite mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu represents a bride. Gleaming brass aluminum and colorful beads adorn the handsome piece. Such masks are used during wedding ceremonies by the Bemba tribes from Zambia he explains. The mask is presented to a......

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Teke-Tsaye,'Artisan Crafted Colorful Teke-Tsaye African Mask'

Inspired by the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo, this striking mask reflects the powerful traditions of the Kidumu association, where such masks are used in ritual to express social and spiritual values. Hand-carved......

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Chihongo,'Hand-Carved Chokwe Chihongo Sese Wood African Mask'

The Chokwe people of central Africa have a distinct art style, showcased here in Ali Mohammed's hand-carved African mask. Such masks are called chihongo , and depict an elderly male ancestor with narrowed eyes and filed teeth. They were used to......

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Ghanaian wood mask, 'Fisherman' - Unique African Wood Mask

By Sefah Mohammed this handsome mask is used by the Ga people of Greater Accra. He carves the piece by hand adding beautiful colors and applications of embossed aluminum. Such masks assure a plentiful catch. The artisan names the mask Kutunshi a Ga......

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Scarecrow,'Handmade Togolese Wood Mask'

Tall and imposing, this colorful mask is created by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Gleaming brass and colorful beads adorn the handsome piece. "These masks are used by farmers of the Kabire tribe in Togo, where they serve the purpose of a scarecrow,"......

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Hausa wood African mask, 'Forgive Me' - Hausa Wood Mask

Narrowed eyes are somehow contrite in this exquisitely detailed mask. Contrasting its smooth line with intricate brass repousse Daniel Nyadedzor creates a piece from Ghana's Hausa people. Named Hankuri ( Sorry ) these masks are given to someone who......

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Good Fortune,'Hand Made Wood Mask'

Abdul Karim Star depicts a mysterious personage with a tall headdress and long beard. Carved from sese wood and embellished with plates of embossed brass and aluminum, it represents an image from the Wangara tribe of northern Ghana. Such masks are......

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Brave and Courageous,'Artisan Crafted African Tribal Wall Wood Mask of Bravery'

For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire, masks symbolize the qualities and bravery of their ancestors. They wear them during festivities to demonstrate and commemorate the spirits of their ancestors. Salihu Ibrahim carves this sese wood replica......

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Island Celebration,'3 Single Layer Multicolor Cotton Print Elastic Loop Masks'

Novica artisans find inspiration in Bali's beauty for these lively and lovely prints. Evoking afternoon shade, one takes shape in solid olive green. Luscious leaves appear in emerald green on white, while festive colors complement a purple print.......

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Wan Dance,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask with Horns from Ghana'

Masks like this one are typically used by people of the Wan tribe during traditional dances at the Danfra festival of peace. During this festival, members of many different tribes come together to thank the gods for their blessings. Ghanaian artisan......

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'Guiding Spirit' - Unique Gabonese Wood Mask

Ghost-like this piece replicates the white masks of the Ogooue of the Kota and Mukudji tribes. Known as punu in Gabonese the mask incarnates the spirits of ancestors who return to visit the living and assist them in the hereafter. Salihu Ibrahim......

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Ghanaian wood mask, 'Bravery' - Hand Carved Wood Mask

In West African societies horns are often a symbol of strength and courage. Designer Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo achieves a powerful image as she creates a traditional mask from Northern Ghana. Named Nukuta or Bravery such masks were worn when going to war....

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Ivoirian wood mask, 'Scorpion Vigil'

Salihu Ibrahim carves an extraordinary replica of a Guro tribal mask featuring the raised tail of a scorpion. It symbolizes vigilance and it is also intended to scare enemies away. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire masks are emblems of the......

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