African tribal wood mask, 'Faceless Spirits'

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 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

Wood and Jute 'Monkey Antics' African Tribal Mask (Ghana)

Salihu Ibrahim crafts an extraordinary monkey mask with the artistic stylizations of Liberia's Dan people. Reserved for durbars, this mask's purpose is to entertain those who have traveled miles and anxiously await the arrival of the chiefs. ... more

Novica Handmade Tribal Friend African Wood Mask

Featuring a long nose with squinting eyes and a wide open mouth, this African mask is designed by Rita Addo Zakour in Ghana. ... more

Bungalow Rose African Senufo Style Hand Carved Wood Mask Wall Décor 30.0 H x 10.0 W in/white in Brown | 30" H X 10" W | Wayfair 73544

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... ... more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Ethiopian Spirit African Mask 13.75 H x 6.75 W x 2.0 D in black/brown/red/yellow in Black;red;yellow | Wayfair

Fascinated with Ethiopia's culture, Ghanaian artisan Victor Ayambire creates a sese wood mask in honor of this prosperous land believed to be the birthplace of humankind. Putting all his expertise into each detail, the artisan decorates his artwork... ... more

African wood mini masks, 'Passport' (pair)

This complementary pair of small masks is created by Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa. Both are hand-carved from native sese wood and accented with plates of embossed brass as well as paint in red and yellow shades. Despite their petite size the... ... 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

Africa tribal wood mask, 'Bwa Butterfly Spirit' - African Wood Mask

Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly. Gliding on white wings the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. The zigzag motif around the face signifies the ancestral path which... ... more

African wood mask, 'Ashanti Wisdom' - Unique African Wood Mask

Wisdom comes from those who have the patience to wait believes Ghana's Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng as he repeats a saying from the Twi people of the Akwapim tribe. He designs an original mask with a long headdress wearing green tassels with yellow and... ... more

African wood and jute mask, 'Spirit of Darkness' - Liberian Wood Mask

Carved by hand of sese wood this mask honors the beliefs and customs of Liberia's Dan community. Salihu Ibrahim decorates the expressive mask with jute braids and beard. I think this mask is among the most unique pieces I've crafted says the master... ... more

Kanaga Masks,'Handcrafted Wood African Mask Ornaments (Set of 3)'

With this set of three ornaments, Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor pays homage to the kanaga mask, which is used by members of the Dogon tribe of Mali for protection while hunting. Each ornament is hand-carved from ofram wood and given a painted,... ... 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

African wood mask, 'Orange Adoo'

This simple but striking mask is the original design of Ghana's Anna Yawson. The elongated monkey face is hand-carved from native sese wood and painted in black and bold orange. Adoo means monkey in a dialect spoken by the Ga tribe of Ghana. ... more

African wood mask, 'Tree of Life'

Sharing her love of nature artisan Anna Yawson from Ghana presents this original mask design featuring a tree icon carved into the headdress. The elongated mask is carved by hand from native sese wood and painted black and green. I believe when the... ... more

Ashanti wood masks, 'Fighting Spirit' (pair) - Ashanti Wood Masks

Chief Carver Nana Frimpong depicts an Ashanti king and queen in two imposing masks. Carved by hand from sese wood each one receives coats of black polish. The king has a diamond on his forehead and ritual scarification on his cheeks; the queen wears... ... more

Malian wood mask, 'Senufo Monkey Mask' - African Wall Mask

A monkey centers the headdress of this beautiful African mask and the personage wears large earrings. Hand carved and painted the sese wood image is crafted by Ghana's Salihu Ibrahim. It represents the Fulani people who have settled in Mali. Although... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Girl Grows Up' - Hand Beaded African Wood Mask

This elegant mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu is colorful and beautiful. Adorned with gleaming brass and intricately embossed aluminum it depicts a beloved daughter. Recycled glass beads in red yellow green and blue give the mask a festive air. These are... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Agona Antelope' - African Wood Mask

By Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng this intriguing mask depicts an antelope the totem of the royal family's Agona clan from Aburi. Long horns spiral upward while the alert face shows human lips. Earrings of clay beads and cotton threads complete the design. ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'God is My Guide' - African Wood Mask

Symmetrical features are serene beneath Ghana's famed Gye Nyame. Revered throughout the country this adinkra symbol means I fear none except God. Godfred France presents a hand carved mask of his own design. I believe that without God I can do nothing... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Akan Beauty' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

Rita Addo Zakour demonstrates her creative skills with this delightful African mask. Covered by symmetrical motifs the face represents a woman and arises from the artisan's own imagination. She names the piece Ahoofie an Akan word meaning Beauty. ... more

Congolese wood African mask, 'Kind Neighbor' - Congo Zaire Wood Mask

The Songye people of Congo honor the kindest person in their community with this stunning mask. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the art of this admirable tribe which is governed by a chief who depends on the support of the tribe's several secret societies. ... more

Nigerian wood mask, 'God's Bounty' - African Wood Mask

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu this mask conveys a quiet joy. Its colorful contours are hand carved from seasoned African rubberwood and beautifully painted. Seed beads of recycled glass adorn the cheeks and brow. Used by the Gogoberi tribe in Nigeria during... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Harvest Hope' - African Wood Mask

Precise geometric forms distinguish this handsome mask by Godfred France. Carved by hand from seasoned sese wood it flaunts exquisite textures. Such masks are used by Ghana's Mamprusi people who use them during their harvest season. They wear them in... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Ghanaian Identity' - Hand Made African Wood Mask

A bird perches atop this elongated mask and leans forward to caress the forehead with its beak. By Godfred France it is crafted by hand of sese wood with applications of white clay for a vintage look. The Ghanaian artisan names his original design... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'You Are Loved' - Hand Carved African Wood Mask

This is a portrait of a nephew of mine says Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson. Because he has slightly long ears his siblings and cousin always make fun of him. But he turned out to be the most intelligent of all the cousins and brothers. I want to send... ... more

Congolese wood mask, 'Bakota Spirit'

Working in the style of the people of Congo and Gabon Awudu Saaed carves a beautiful African mask. On the forehead an inverted spade points to the nose and mouth while hand-embossed aluminum and brass add textural interest. I so admire these masks that... ... more

'Judicial Authority' - African Cameroonian Wood Mask

His headdress is tall and imposing and rich textures cover his cheeks. Named Kuriga ?ù tribal head in the language of the Bamileke people ?ù this handsome mask is by Kobina Asmah. The ears are portrayed to show a good listener. The mask shows the... ... 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

African wood mask, 'Aziku' - African Wood Mask

Serious and elegant this mask from Brong Ahafo in Ghana is worn during the yam harvest festival. Godfred France refers to it as the Aziku (celebration) mask and carves it by hand from sese wood. Detailed with embossed brass the mask is painted by hand... ... 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 embossed... ... 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

'Spirit World Protection' - Fair Trade African Wood Mask

Deep red eyes seem all-seeing their color blazing against narrow cheeks beneath a forehead heavy with repousse. The elegant mask takes its white tones from applications of clay. This mask is used during the Nkyidwo festival by the Essumeja people in... ... 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

Serie,'Beaded Wood African Mask with Bird Motif'

Though modest in size, this original mask from Awudu Saaed will not go unnoticed. The artisan carves the slightly simian-looking visage by hand from rubberwood and details it with brown, black and red paint. A beautifully-detailed bird formed from... ... more

Fafali Face,'Blue and Beige African Wood Mask from Ghana'

With this African mask, Ghanaian designer Raphat Asigbey reminds us to be at peace. Hand-carved from sese wood, this mask depicts an oval face with raised eyebrows, its exterior decorated by looping patterns. A deep blue forehead contrasts with a beige... ... more

African beaded wood mask, 'Ntoboase III'

From Rita Addo Zakour?Æs Ntoboase series this original mask represents Patience in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood mask is crafted by hand featuring a cape-like design under the chin. Addo decorates the mask with painted details as well as... ... more