Handmade Baule Moon Blessing Wood Mask (Ghana)

Cute Person,'Colorful Striped African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Decorated with colorful striped patterns on the forehead and embossed aluminum accents on the cheeks, this African mask depicts a cute person. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson designs this stunning visage, which she carves by hand from sese wood. ... more

Handmade Hungry Monkey African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 11.5" H x 6" W x 5.75" D

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. ... 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

Bungalow Rose Baule New Moon Ivoirian Wood Mask 20.75 H x 11.5 W in/brown/gray/white in Black | 20.75" H X 11.5" W | Wayfair

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

Bungalow Rose Handmade Fauna Mask African Wood Mask 10.75 H x 6.75 W x 7.0 D in black/brown/gray in Black;white;red | 10.75" H X 6.75" W | Wayfair

Ghana's Victor Ayambire is fascinated with the traditional masks of the region, as each represents the splendor of the ancient civilizations that once lived in this prosperous region. Drawing inspiration from his culture and the stunning nature... ... more

Bungalow Rose Tribal Baule African Wood Mask 19.0 H x 8.75 W in black/ in Brown | 19" H X 8.75" W | Wayfair F00552B0640E4F5F85B5AB3BE9B9ED4D

Ghanaian artisan hand-carves this African mask from sese wood to depict a face painted brown. He works in the style of traditional Baule masks, representing a subgroup of the Akan people in the Ivory Coast. Depicting a man and a woman, this mask... ... more

Abena Colors,'Colorful African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Painted with traditional African colors, this mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood. This mask is named Abena, a name given to girls who are born on Tuesday. ... more

'Black and Gold African Wood Baule-Inspired Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the masks of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Godfred France designs this striking wall mask. Hand-carved of sese wood, this mask depicts a black face with a curved haircut and a pointed beard. Brass accents decorate the cheeks... ... more

Baule Style,'Baule-Inspired African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the art of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Daniel Quarcoo creates this stunning African mask. Crafted from sese wood and finished in hues of dark brown, russet, and yellow, this mask is accented with pieces of aluminum and... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Plea for Rain' - African Wood Mask

Red as blood and just as vital a teardrop represents life-giving rain. This handsome mask by Godfred France performs an essential role among the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. It is used when they are planting their crops to ask the gods for more... ... more

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 cheeks... ... more

Vim Lady III,'Handmade Original Tall African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by African custom, Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie hand-carves this traditional mask from sese wood using techniques he developed over his lifetime of woodworking. The presence of this bold mask can be felt, owing to its abstract face shape and... ... more

Messengers of Justice,'Set of Three Sese Wood African Masks Handmade in Ghana'

Emmanuel Nyadedzor handcrafts this set of small sese wood masks of his own original design. Each of the three wears a unique and intense facial expression, and the trio includes tribal marks and accents including a carved bird and a miniature carved... ... 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

Mblo Masks,'Wood African Mask Ornaments from Ghana (Set of 3)'

Worn during wedding, harvest, and other ceremonies, the mblo mask is a popular mask among men of the Baule tribe. Ghanaian artisan Rober Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to that tradition with this set of three ornaments. Each ornament is hand-carved from... ... more

Wood mask, 'Life of a Leaf' - Hand Made Wood Mask from Indonesia

A playful wild lizard poses on a smiling Balinese taro leaf. Masterfully carving hibiscus wood Made Tresna conveys the harmony of living in nature. The growing leaf means salvation for the Balinese. The smiling spirit means happiness and the lizard... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Go in Peace' - Hand Made Wood Mask from Africa

Chief carver Nana Frimpong creates a mask of impressive beauty in honor of peace. He calls his design Ko Asomdwiem ( go in peace ) and carves it by hand from sese wood featuring strong angular features. Painted black the mask boasts the allure of... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sankofa Bird' - Hand Made Wood Mask

Chief carver Nana Frimpong celebrates Ashanti wisdom with the original design of this mask. Carved from sese wood it features the legendary Sankofa bird with its head resting on its back. One of the legendary Adinkra symbols which emphasizes looking to... ... more

Ga Wisdom,'Handmade Sese Wood and Brass-Plated Mask'

Designed by Malik Jabir Dodoo, this sleek mask honors the wisdom of the Ga people of southeast Ghana. The artisan hand carves the round mask from local sese wood before sanding the surface smooth and plating its features with shimmering brass. ... more

Novica Handmade Baule Style African Wood Mask

Inspired by the art of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast, Ghana's Daniel Quarcoo creates this stunning African mask. ... more

Novica Handmade Baule Crescent African Wood Mask

This elaborate African mask from Ghana is hand-carved of local sese wood to depict a face with a beard and braided hair, accented with a crescent shape at the top. Christopher Nyasafo crafts the mask in the traditional style of Baule masks. ... more

Red Giraffe,'Handcrafted Sese Wood African Giraffe Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of locally-acquired sese wood, this African mask from Ghana features an oblong shape with a patterned design. Theophilus Sackey diligently decorates the mask's forehead with the image of a giraffe. The wonderful creature is realized against... ... more

Handmade Kwele Mask Iii African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Christopher Nyasafo is inspired by the legendary masks of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. The wall mask features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. ... more

Bedu Masks,'Wood African Mask Ornaments Crafted in Ghana (Set of 3)'

With this set of three ornaments, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to the bedu mask, which is used by the Nafana tribe of the Ivory coast for attracting good omens. Each ornament is hand-carved from ofram wood and given a painted,... ... more

For the Dan People,'Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

Designed by Samuel Kofi Kumi in Ghana, this decorative mask honors the Dan people, of an ethnic group from the Ivory Coast and Liberia. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood before painting its features black and white with curling... ... more

Handmade Good Word Beaded African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Solemn and dignified, he speaks with authority. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu depicts a handsome personage as an authentic African mask. Bright brass inlay and aluminum repoussé adorn the face, while colorful seed beads cover the cheeks. ... more

Handmade Songye Kwifibe I African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 16.75" H x 11.5" W x 4.9" D

This replica mask of powerful beauty is known as kwifibe by the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Distinguished by its black and white stripes, the mask is believed to embody supernatural forces that will ward off evil. ... more

Handmade Spirit Protector Akan Wood Mask (Ghana) - 14.25" H x 6" W x 3.7" D

Emulating tribal markings, the textures of brass repoussé ripple seductively across his forehead. ... more

Handmade Raboo African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 20" H x 3.9" W x 2.8" D

The Anagoo Festival of the Yoruba people inspires Abdul Aziz Mohamadu to replicate the Raboo ("See my love") mask. The festival is a time to celebrate the love and appreciation that the Yoruba people feel for their ancestors. ... more

Handmade Patience Africa Wood Mask (Ghana) - 11.75" H x 8.25" W x 3.1" D

With eyes and mouth open, this mask represents the virtue of patience, or abotre in the Akan language. "Each person must have patience in order to live peacefully with others," believes Eric Danquah of his inspiration. ... more

Handmade Abrante Pa African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17.25" H x 6.25" W x 3" D

This handsome mask is the original design of Ghana's Daniel Quarcoo. Featuring a bird above the forehead, the mask is hand-carved of sese wood with elaborately embossed aluminum plates and brass accents. ... more

Fang Tribe,'Handmade Sese Wood Tribal Mask from Ghana'

Accented with tribal marks, this mask honors the Fang people, a Bantu ethnic group found in Guinea, Gabon, and Cameroon. Emmanuel Austin Ankude in Ghana uses sese wood to hand carve the mask, engraving the local with minimal detail for a stylized look. ... more

Handmade Akaoben And Akofen African Wood Mask (Ghana)

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. A colorful face is hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood and accented with embossed aluminum sheet. ... more

Handmade Overcomer African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 12" H x 12.25" W x 5.5" D

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Exquisite textures cover this design with intricate fascination. ... more

The Curated Nomad Handmade Ghana Opeyemi Wood Mask - 8

An elongated mask with slender eyes gazes out at the viewer, exuding pride. ... more

Handmade Nafana Pride African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 26.5" H x 8.75" W x 1.6" D

In pink and cream, this replica mask from Ivory Coast's Nafana people is worn by dancers during ceremonies and it is designed to get rid of harmful spirits. ... more

Handmade Giraffe Spirit II Sese Wood Mask (Ghana)

Shaped like an elongated almond, this black mask is elegant and beautiful. Ghana's Theophilus Sackey carves the mask from sese wood and paints it by hand while parallel lines represent neatly combed hair. ... more