Liberty,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Wall Mask from Ghana'

Osubum,'Hand Crafted Wood Mask'

Osubum is a very popular festival celebrated in the eastern part of Ghana. This mask is one of the many pieces donned by celebrants during the festival. Eric Darko carefully adorns the head with a beautiful carving of a bird, symbolizing peace.... ... more

Wood mask, 'Cutout'

With eyes closed this mask evokes an ambiance of contemplative peace. Dynamic details appear stolen from the absent forehead as Nyoman Naranata composes a vision of negative space. Elaborated in hibiscus wood this hand-carved piece is certain to... ... more

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

Crowned in sheep's horns a somber visage makes an imposing sight. Eric Darko chooses the traditional shape of the West African horn mask to create this superlative sculpture in sese wood. Adorned with rich embellishments of embossed brass and oil... ... more

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... ... more

End to Calamity,'Hand Carved Wood Wall Mask'

Sensuous lips and sloe eyes of sese wood confer a sleek beauty on this elegant mask. An ornament of beads and cotton thread adorns the nose and richly embossed brass covers cheeks and forehead. Among the Akan people of Ghana, this mask is believed... ... more

Bird of New Life,'Unique Malian Wood Mask on Stand'

Majestically ornate, this mask of Bobo origin (Mali) features a round-headed bird with a tall crest and long beak. Abubakari Alhassan carves an impressive sese wood replica of the traditional mask, usually worn during ceremonies that celebrate new... ... more

Spirit Protector,'Akan wood mask'

Emulating tribal markings, the textures of brass repoussé ripple seductively across his forehead. Wide eyes are ever vigilant, for this personage is the Susum Banbofo, or "Spirit Protector." Daniel Nyadedzor carves a beautiful sese wood mask, used... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'King of Success'

Long and elegant smooth contours convey a sense of achievement. The rich textures of brass repousse lend an opulent feeling to this mask by Daniel Nyadedzor. The Akan people of Ghana believe such masks bring them success in everything they do.... ... more

Rahwana King of Alengka,'Balinese Carved Wood Mask Depicting Alengka King of Alengka'

The menacing fangs of Rahwana command attention in this mask by Nyoman Indrawati Subrata. According to the Ramayana epic, Rahwana is the ogre-king of Alengka, mythically situated on the island of Sri Lanka. He kidnaps Sita, the wife of the heroic... ... more

Ashanti wood mask, 'Festive Wisdom' - Hand Carved Wood Mask

Intended as a festive piece this mask bears the fascinating artistry of the Ashanti people of Ghana. It features two faces auguring wisdom for as the saying goes two heads are better than one. Robert Nortey carves this extraordinary mask from noble... ... more

Akan wood mask, 'Fear Only God' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

Gordon Adu presents an imposing mask from Ghana's Akan people. Carved from sese wood and finished with mansion polish it bears a traditional Adinkra symbol on the wide forehead. These communicate popular wisdom to the people. The impressive Gye... ... more

Ghanaian wood masks, 'God of Night' (pair)

Master carver Gordon Adu presents this original pair of sese wood masks as a personal tribute to the moon. In the countryside when night falls and people are away from home they use the moon as a guide explains Adu. That is why they regard the moon... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Relax'

Daniel Nyadedzor names this beautiful mask for Mangoase a town in eastern Ghana. Townspeople enjoy relaxing in the shade of mango trees that abound there. I carved this piece to exhibit the significance of recreation Nyadedzor says. Shaped like an... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'First Fruit' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

This handsome mask takes the shape of ripe fruit from the first harvest. Its handsome features seem to sing in a beautiful ritual of thanks. Walter Kuma carves the piece by hand to represent the customs of the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. ... more

Ashanti wood mask, 'Come By Love' - Fair Trade Ashanti Tribe Wood Mask

For the Ashanti people of Ghana actions do in fact speak louder than words. They suggest presenting this bright mask to the person one is interested in as a first and loving gesture. The mask is known as Odobra which means loved one or come love.... ... more

African tribal wood mask, 'Fortune' - Hand Crafted Wood Mask

Geometric motifs adorn tall horns on this dramatic mask. Meticulously carved by Salihu Ibrahim it comes from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso. Ibrahim paints the mask by hand and rubs it with white clay while river stones become the shining eyes.... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'New Classic' - African Wood Wall Mask

Master carver Daniel Asante expands on Ghana's mask traditions for the exclusive design of this mask. It is carved of tweneboah wood featuring a bird looking downwards upon the face. Asante paints his original creation by hand and decorates it with... ... more

Wood wall sculpture, 'Chief's Machete of Love and Justice'

Carved by hand from sese wood this handsome sculpture is the work of Winfred Korley. Ghana's renowned handwoven kente cloth envelops the handle of a rustic machete. On the blade adinkra symbols include the number one a heart and epa (law and... ... more

Wood wall sculpture, 'Chief's Machete of Tradition'

Carved by hand from sese wood this handsome sculpture is the work of Winfred Korley. Ghana's renowned handwoven kente cloth envelops the handle of a rustic machete. On the blade adinkra symbols include the gye nyame (the supremacy of God) and... ... more

Wood sculpture, 'Ghana Queen Mother'

Beautifully coiffed a young woman is regally dressed. She is draped in Africa's legendary handwoven kente cloth and wears beaded necklaces and earrings. Carved by hand from sese wood this sculpture is named Akwajan a Ga word denoting the Queen... ... more

African mask, 'Dan Dark Spirit'

Carved of sese wood a solemn personage with a long sharp beak is crowned with cotton braids. Among the Dan tribe of Liberia this mask is thought to assist hunters when seeking game. It is a also the symbol of a warrior. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this... ... more

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... ... more

Wan Celebration,'Handcrafted Sese Wood African Wan Tribe Mask from Ghana'

Used by people of the Wan tribe during traditional dances at the Danfra festival of peace, this mask makes a striking addition to your home. During the Danfra festival, members of many different tribes come together to thank the gods for their... ... more

Woman,'Hand Carved Wood Mask from Ashanti'

Designed to resemble an antique find, this ocher mask of a woman is crafted in the artistic traditions of the Ashanti and Dokor people. Worlasi Agbalenyo carves the sese wood mask by hand, creating rugged textures with sand. Wearing earrings on jute... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Happiness' - African Wood Mask

Carved by hand from native sese wood this elegant mask is an original design by Awudu Saaed. The cheerful personage is enhanced by aluminum with richly ornate textures. The artisan names the mask Anigye Happiness in the Akan language. ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Protect the Jungle' - African Wood Wall Mask

This long narrow face could appear in the trunk of a tree crowned by slender branches. Carved by hand from seasoned African African rubberwood it is the expert handiwork of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. This mask is used by the Gonja people of Northern Ghana... ... more

See No Evil,'Hibiscus Wood Wall Mask'

The smooth grain of hibiscus wood highlights even contours in a harmonious mask by Made Tresna. The personage covers his eyes so as to see no evil. ... more

Hear No Evil,'Hibiscus Wood Wall Mask'

The smooth grain of hibiscus wood highlights even contours in a harmonious mask by Made Tresna. The personage covers his ears so as to hear no evil. ... more

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... ... more

'Baule Indigo Moon' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Carved by hand from sese wood this stunning mask depicts the face of the moon. Salihu Ibrahim creates 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... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Denkyira War Song'

Incised in sese wood parallel lines give a modern look to this African mask by Samuel Okyere. The face is covered in richly embossed aluminum. Named Asafo ?ù Warrior in the Twi language of the Akan people it is representative of the Denkyira nation... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Peace on Earth'

This elegant African mask radiates beauty and serenity. Carved by hand from sese wood the design is the work of Samuel Okyere. Opulent aluminum repousse adds rich textures and the mask receives an antiqued vintage finish. The Ghanaian artisan names... ... more

African wood mask, 'Ahenfo' - African Wood Mask

Inspired by the art and customs of the Akan people Samuel Okyere designs a regal mask aptly termed Ahenfo. It means royal in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. Okyere carves the sese wood mask by hand featuring a crown and decorates it with... ... more

'Guardian Dragons' - Hand Carved Relief Wall Sculpture

Twin dragons face off displaying their mighty ferocity. Sculpting warm suar wood Seji Taram depicts them in exquisite detail. Fierce spikes align along their spines as they bare sharp fangs. In Balinese culture the dragon symbolizes safety... ... more

Congolese wood mask, 'Bajokwe Soothsayer'

Carved by hand this handsome mask depicts a soothsayer from the Bajokwe tribe of Congo formerly Zaire. Sinclair Yao Daley gives it a smooth finish with rich brown color from natural cola nut dye. This mask is used to predict the people's future and... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sign of Justice' - Unique African Wood Mask

Hewn from native sese wood and detailed by hand this handsome mask is the work of Theophilus Sackey. Richly textured tones of coppery red provide contrast and highlight the personage's features. On the forehead the African adinkra symbol named sepow... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sword of War' - Fair Trade Wood Mask

Carved by hand this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena meaning sword of war. The crossed scimitars were a popular motif in the heraldic shields of many former Akan states. The swords can... ... more