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Handcrafted Sese Wood Safety and Security African Mask (Ghana)

Carved by hand by Godfred France in Ghana, this authentic African mask revels in bright, bold colors. The mask is named 'Fihankra,' from the Ashanti word for 'house or compound,' and is a symbol of security and safety. more

Wood and leather chess set, 'African Battle'

Tooled leather with traditional West African motifs is transformed into a handsome chessboard. From Samuel and Francis Agbetey it invites players to a peaceful battle on the playing field. The chess pieces are carved from sese wood in classic style. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Male Baule Fertility Mask' African Mask (Ghana)

Salihu Ibrahim faithfully replicates the fertility mask of the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire. He carves the sese wood mask by hand featuring a beard and inverted triangles on the cheeks. The mask is worn during special festivities for a good harvest. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Pride of a Queen' African Wall Mask (Ghana)

This unique African mask is the original creation of Abdul Salami Amadu in Ghana. The wall mask is adorned with colorful recycled glass beads, and the hair is detailed to resemble elaborate braiding fit for a queen. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Bwa Butterfly Bat' African Mask (Ghana)

Target-like circles on the face identify this creature's mask as a butterfly, while some scholars believe it represents a bat or a hawk. Representing a nature spirit for the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso, Salihu Ibrahim hand-carves the mask from sese wood. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Fear None but God' Mask (Ghana)

This original mask design from Ghana's Anna Yawson features the Adinkra symbol for 'Gye Nyame,' or 'fear none but God.' The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and paints it in black and magenta with carved accents. more

Novica Handmade Bassa Tradition African Wood Mask

Ghanaian artisan Christopher Nyasafo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood. He works in the style of traditional Bassa masks, featuring a face painted brown with braided hair. more

Set of Two Sese Wood 'Ntaafo' African Mini Masks

This pair of small masks by Victoria Agyepomaa is hand-carved from native sese wood and accented with plates of embossed brass as well as twisted copper wire. Despite their size, the artisan's attention to detail makes the masks portable works of art. more

Sese Wood and Brass 'Bold Courage' African Mask (Ghana)

Inspired by the customs and traditions of the Akan people, Daniel Nyadedzor handcrafts this handsome sese wood mask. Known as 'Akokuroduro,' the mask symbolizes boldness and can be found adorning many homes throughout Ghana. more

Handmade Sese Wood African Elephant Spirit II Mask (Ghana) - Multi-color

Shaped like an elongated almond, this violet and black mask is elegant and beautiful. Ghana's Theophilus Sackey carves the mask from sese wood, paints it by hand and leaves carved-out details in a cream hue. more

Handmade African Sese Wood Elephant King Mask (Ghana) - Brown

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this African mask depicts a serious personage with a long, narrow face. Carved of sese wood and painted by hand, the mask is an original design by the talented Ghanaian artisan. more

Handcrafted Tweneboah Wood New Classic African Mask (Ghana)

Daniel Asante expands on Ghana's mask traditions for the exclusive design of this mask. Hand-carved of tweneboah wood, a bird is looking downwards upon a mask with cotton and rayon threads that appear like earrings. more

Handmade Tears of Joy Sese Wood Beaded Mask (Ghana)

Tears spill from both eyes as great happiness overwhelms a girl in this handcrafted mask from Ghana. Rita Addo Zakour designs the beautiful African mask and carves it by hand of native sese wood. more

Handmade Sese Wood Kokobene Luck Mask (Ghana) - Black

Adorned with richly embossed aluminum, this elegant African mask is designed by Rita Addo Zakour in Ghana. The rich beauty of aluminum repousse enhances the mask is inspired by Kokobene traditions. more

Handmade Flamingo Beaded Sese Wood Mask (Ghana)

Crowned with the carved head of a flamingo, this colorful African mask is the original creation of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu in Ghana. The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and lavishly decorates it with recycled glass beads and acrylic paint. more

Handmade Spirit Colors African Beaded Wood Mask (Ghana)

Shaped like a leaf, this mask is covered with colorful recycled glass beads and beautifully embossed brass. Named Boka, a Hausa word meaning "spiritualist," the mask is handcrafted of rubberwood by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. more

Handmade Dynamic Power African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 28" H x 8" W x 1" D

Christopher Nyasafo of Ghana designs this decorative wall mask handcrafted out of sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Giraffe Man African Wood Mask

A proud face is handcrafted in Ghanaian sese wood, elaborated with etched motifs on the forehead that reveal the image of a giraffe. Ali Mohammed designs this mask for hanging on a wall, elaborating it with three horns. more

Novica Handmade Sankofa Head African Wood Mask

Ghanaian artisan Alex Ansah Ampofo hand-carves this African mask from sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Faces Of Bravery African Wood Masks (Pair)

Standing atop bases, two faces of bravery are carved by hand of Ghanaian sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Monkey African Wood Mask

Artisan Rapheal L. Commey of Ghana designs this exotic wall mask. Handcrafted out of sese wood and brass, the mask is decorated with multi-color recycled glass beads that form the shape of a bird on the mask's forehead. more

Novica Handmade Bird Reincarnation African Wood Mask

A majestic bird crowns this traditional creation handcrafted by Philip Dankwa from Ghana. Proud of his heritage, the artisan works with sese wood to create an African mask in honor of his ancestors, adding symbolic elements representing wisdom. more

Novica Handmade Horned Dancer African Wood Mask

Ghanaian artisan Wilson Aboagye designs this colorful wall mask. Handcrafted out of sese wood and aluminum, the mask is painted brown with yellow, green, and red accents. Two horns protrude from the head, giving the mask a formidable appearance. more

Novica Handmade Messengers Of Justice African Wood Masks (Set Of 3)

Emmanuel Nyadedzor handcrafts this set of small sese wood masks of his own original design. more

Novica Handmade Horns Of Strength African Wood And Aluminum Mask

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this fearsome mask that is made using local sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Bobo Faces African Wood Mask

This elongated African mask with two faces is hand-carved from sese wood by Ernestina Oppong Asante. more

Novica Handmade Fakye African Wood Mask

Beads of recycled glass are symmetrically arranged into a splendid design around this sese wood mask's face. more

Novica Handmade Jendayi African Wood Mask

Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu presents this striking hand-carved mask, crafted from native sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Horned Bird Spirit African Wood Mask

Artisan Kwasi George from West Africa crafts this mask from sese wood to represent the formidable aspects of a sharp-eyed bird. more

Novica Handmade Msizi African Wood And Brass And Aluminum Mask

Working with local artisans in Ghana, Victoria Agyepomaa designs this colorfully assertive mask that is hand carved from sese-dua wood. more

Novica Handmade Butterfly Horns African Wood Mask

Resembling the spread wings of a butterfly, green horns with black and white accents are carved into the top of this sese wood mask from Ghana. more

Novica Handmade Thandeka African Wood And Aluminum Mask

Working with local artisans in Ghana, Victoria Agyepomaa designs this stunning mask that is hand carved from sese wood to resemble a woman's face. more

Novica Handmade Ganyo African Wood Mask

Hand-painted with yellow, green, blue and red tones, this African sese wood mask is a cultural creation by designer Raphat Asigbey. more

Novica Handmade Kellan African Wood Mask

Using a stunning harmonious color palette, West Africa's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts an intriguing round mask from native sese wood. more

Novica Handmade African Fish Akan Wood Mask

Sinuous fins frame an elongated face sculpted of sese wood. Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng carves the dramatic profile and embellishes it with brass and copper. more

Novica Handmade Toma Landai African Wood Mask

Inspired by the masks of the Guinean Toma people, Salihu Ibrahim creates this mask from local sese wood and paints it with natural beige and brown hues. more

Handmade Greatness African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Destined for greatness, this African mask features an original design by Victor Dushie. He hand-carves the mask of Ghanaian sese wood, featuring an elongated shape. more

Novica Handmade Ashanti Princess African Wood Mask

The Ashanti culture marvels Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie with its vibrant splendor, capturing that unique essence on this African mask made from sese wood. more