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Free Wanderer,'Ghanaian Hand Carved African Sese Wood Freedom Mask'

This unique African mask by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng comes to life in rich suar wood. A familiar mask-shape is hand-carved with eye, nose and mouth details in deep tones of royal blue and beige. Raked line details and a protruding wood-comb... more

Afefa,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Raphat Asigbey in Ghana designs a stunning mask with an oblong face and vivid colors. Ghanaian artisans carry out Raphat's vision by hand carving the mask from sese wood with local tools, then painting the surface in bright orange and yellow with... more

Hand-Carved Songye Man African Sese Wood Wall Mask 'Songye Man'

Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim skillfully carves an exquisite African mask. The face is crafted from sese wood and depicts a male figure. The artist takes inspiration from the Songye people, who are renowned for their wood carving skills. more

Abrewaa,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Named Abrewaa, meaning "old lady" in Akan, this African mask is designed by Ghana's Theophilus Sackey. The tall mask is hand-carved from sese wood, given a rustic brown finish. more

Yaa-Mansa,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

This long mask is the creation of West African artisan Daniel Quarcoo. Hand carved from local sese wood, the mask is adorned with textured aluminum plating and painted in red, black, and blue hues. The artisan names the mask Yaa-Mansa , Ghanaian words... more

Kasha,'Hand Carved and Painted Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Sefah Annwhar of Ghana handcrafts this African mask he names Kasha , which means "love" in the Gonja language. The artisan carves his original design from sese wood, and adds applications of clay for a rustic finish. Shades of black, ivory, and red... more

Toma Landai,'Artisan Hand Carved Sese Wood African Toma Landai 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. Many of the young boys of the Toma participate in a ceremony meant as an initiation into adulthood,... more

Beautiful People,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Plate Mask'

This compelling mask is the creation of West African artisan Joseph Boateng. Hand carved from local sese wood, the mask is adorned with textured aluminum plate on the forehead and painted in hues of yellow, black, and brown. more

Watchful Crocodile,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Crocodile and Giraffe Mask'

The watchful crocodile's eyes emerge from the surface of the calm river as he scopes the waters edge, looking to ensure his next meal. Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng celebrates the crocodile in this African mask, hand-carved from rich sese wood. The... more

Elephantine,'Elephant Motif Hand Carved African Wood Mask'

Ghana's Victor Ayambire hand carves this striking mask of his original design from native sese wood. The mask is adorned with textured aluminum plate and acrylic paint, with an elephant motif on the forehead. more

Norvi,'Hand Carved African Wood Mask'

West African artist Victor Ayambire presents this mask of his original design, Norvi , translated from the Ghanaian Ewe word for "sister." The mask is carved from native sese wood and enhanced with acrylic paint to make a stunning piece of wall decor. more

Big Town,'African Wall Mask from Ghana Carved ad Painted by Hand'

A man with heavy eyebrows speaks with authority in this original African mask. Expressing his own imagination, Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates a personage he names Babakere, "big town" in the Hausa language. The artisan carves and paints the mask by hand. more

Ga Nyo,'Hand Carved West African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana'

Masterfully carved from sese wood, this elongated abstract mask is presented by Moro Yakubu Monnie of Ghana. This African wall mask is created with bold facial features and aluminum accents, making it a unique addition to your home decor. Ga nyo means... more

Ekumpo,'Hand Carved Black and Red Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Sefah Annwhar gives the name Ekumpo to this African mask; the word means "protector" in the Gonja language of Ghana. The artisan's own design, the mask is carved from sese wood with intricate details created by etching, painting, and adding embossed... more

Sankofa Spirit,'West African Wood Mask Hand Carved in Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George crafts an original mask rich with West African symbolism. The hand-carved sese wood visage is crowned with a stylized version of the adinkra symbol sankofa , traditionally represented by a bird with its head turned... more

'Firespitter' - African Senufo Style Hand Carved Wood Mask

The Kponyugo mask sometimes known as the firespitter mask is an important ceremonial mask for the Senufo people of Mali the Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. Its fierce appearance is intended to elicit uncertainty and apprehension and it is commonly used... more

Bobo People,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Wall Mask'

Named after the Bobo people, a Mande ethnic group living primarily in Burkina Faso, Emmanuel Austin Ankude's wall mask is a powerful tribute to the centuries-old tribe. The artisan in Ghana uses local sese wood to hand carve the mask, painting its... more

Owia,'Authentic Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghanaian artist Malik Jabir Dodoo crafts this expressive mask out of local sese wood and aluminum plates. The mask has a large gaping mouth accompanied by two cheek piercings on both sides. Furthermore, the forehead of the mask is intricately designed... more

Akan wood mask, 'Do Not Rush Life' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

Master carver Wilson Aboagye finds inspiration in the legendary art and teachings of the Akan people. This type of sese wood mask is known as Towo boa se which advises to take your time be patient. The bird leaning over the face signifies peace and so... more

Powerful Ram,'Hand Carved African Ram Mask'

Representing the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire, this dramatic mask depicts a ram with powerful horns. Salihu Ibrahim carves the image from native sese wood and applies white clay for an aged effect. Among the Baule people, the ram represents strength... more

Teeth of the Tiger,'Hand Carved Wood African Tiger Mask from Ghana'

Carved by hand from wood, this mask captures the spirit of wild Africa. Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Opoku Asante crafts a tiger image with a distressed finish in brown and beige. The mouth of is open in a fierce snarl. more

World Menagerie Hand Carved Authentic African Mask Wall Décor in Black/Brown | 21.8 H x 5.5 W x 2.8 D in | Wayfair 262999

Expertly carved and painted by hand, this elegant African mask is embellished with the textures of aluminum repoussé. Sefah Annwhar creates a mask of his own design to bring a glimpse of Ghanaian beauty to any setting. | World Menagerie Hand Carved... more

African wood mask, 'Maigaya' - Hand Carved Nigerian Mask

Wearing the colors of Africa this mask symbolizes Maigaya or faithfulness in the Hausa language. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu recreates the Nigerian mask with exceptional detail as he crafts the African rubberwood mask by hand. He decorates it with brass and... more

Colorful Monkey,'Hand Carved Sese Wood African Mask'

With its colorful circles, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu's hand painted monkey mask is a breathtaking piece of home decor. Hand carved by Ghanaian artisans from local sese wood, the mask is sanded smooth before being painted in red, yellow, and black. more

Tutankhamun,'Hand Carved Artisan Crafted Tutankhamun African Mask'

Working in seasoned sese wood, Christopher Nyasafo creates his own interpretation of the ancient Egyptian monarch, Tutankhamun. The Ghanaian artisan recreates the boy king's funerary mask, originally wrought of pure gold. Son of Akhenaton, Tutankhamun... more

Adom Ahoto,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Adom Ahoto Mask'

This African mask is designed and handcrafted by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng using rich suar wood. In the Akan language, adom means grace and ahoto means freedom. A familiar mask-shape is hand-carved with eye, nose and mouth details in deep,... more

Lwalwa,'Hand Carved Wood African Lwalwa Mask from Ghana'

This sese wood mask is designed and hand carved by artisan Christopher Nyasafo of Ghana. It is a Lwalwa-style mask which features geometric forms, such as the rectangular eye openings and a triangular nose that elongates to the top of the forehead.... more

Doll,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

This captivating oblong mask with large, slanted eyes is the creation of West Africa's Theophilus Anum. The artisan carves the mask from local sese wood, then hand paints a large doll onto the mask's red forehead. more

North and South,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Henry Acquah's mask design features a brown and yellow-painted face embellished with aluminum plating, along with two long wooden extensions above and below the main part of the mask. Made from local sese wood, the artisan hand carves the mask and... more

Little Woman,'Stunningly Painted Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

With vibrant colors appearing out of dark backgrounds, this hand carved African wood mask will bring curiosity and contemplation to any environment. Ghanaian artist Moro Yakubu Monnie names this piece Yoo Bi Bio , which means "Little Woman." more

Ogya,'Hand Carved West African Wood Wall Mask from Ghana'

The workshop of West African artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu presents this awe-inspiring mask hand carved from sese wood. The mask is an elongated representation of a human face with a small mouth, slender nose, bold eyebrows, and long chin. This fierce... more

Cry for Victory,'Three-Headed African Mask Carved by Hand in Ghana'

This intriguing African mask depicts a warrior. He is crowned by a man and a woman, suggesting the families of his village. All three have the same desire in a mask named Nasara mu ye soo, a Hausa phrase that means "victory we need." By Ghana's Abdul... more

Cross River,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo hand carves this intriguing mask from local sese wood, painting its surface in contrasting black, white, and red. The name of the mask represents a group of sculptors who live in the cross-river region of southern and... more

Nduka Is Life,'Two Faces One African Mask Weathered Wood Hand Carved Art'

With the Nduka mask Awudu Saaed celebrates "life." The Ghanaian artisan uses the Igbo word to name his original design of this wall mask featuring two faces. Expertly carved by hand of sese wood, the mask is further adorned with embossed aluminum and... more

Baule Door,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Baule Door Wall Decor'

From Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim, this hand carved door is a small scale depiction of a Baule door. Traditionally made by the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, the doors were intended as a display of artistic prowess for guests visiting prestigious... more

Kellan,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Using a stunning harmonious color palette, West Africa's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts an intriguing round mask from native sese wood. The artisan adorns the mask with shining brass plate and pebbles, then adds a ring of colorful recycled glass beads... more

Marka,'Hand Carved African Sese Wood Mask'

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo creates this stunning African mask in honor of the Marka people, an ethnic group from Mali who are famous for their brightly colored masks and puppets. The artisan hand carves it from sese wood, sands the surface smooth,... more

Unique Face,'African Wood Mask Carved and Painted By Hand in Ghana'

Embossed brass accents above the eyes and on the cheeks as well as carving details on the forehead and rich lips are what make this wood mask so distinctive and captivating. Hand-painted and hand-carved from sese wood in Ghana, it is an exceptional... more