Dan wood mask, 'Protecting the Traveler'

Novica Handmade Dan Mask African Wood Mask

Plated with golden accents, Samuel Kofi Kumi wonderful wall mask makes a glowing addition to your home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured brass before painting its features deep brown. ... more

Bungalow Rose Dan African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown/Yellow | 9.5 H x 5.75 W x 3.1 D in | Wayfair A108539D472C490782587F4739B56B05

Used by the Dan people of the Ivory Coast to protect loved ones from evil when they are away from home, this African mask is created by Ghana's Godfred France. The mask depicts a female face, hand-carved from sese wood and decorated with embossed... ... more

Bungalow Rose Dan Festival African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown | 18 H x 8 W in | Wayfair 0A863F865AE4477AB36C755856395CCA

A group who are primarily farmers of cash crops such as rice, cassava, sweet potato, and maize. The Dan Festival African Wood Mask Wall Décor represents the end of the farming season and is used in celebratory fashion. Made from wood, the mask features... ... more

Dan wood mask, 'Boy's Initiation' - Dan Tribe Wood Mask

Eyes open in surprise and the mouth forms the word Oh! as the mysteries of adulthood are manifest to initiates. Deftly carving seasoned sese wood Nana Adu Amankwapam I shapes a mask from the Dan people of Cote d'Ivoire. It is used during their... ... more

Female Dan,'Black and Gold African Wood Dan Mask from Ghana'

Used by the Dan people of the Ivory Coast to protect loved ones from evil when they are away from home, this African mask is created by Ghana's Godfred France. The mask depicts a female face, hand-carved from sese wood and decorated with embossed... ... more

Face of Happiness,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by themes of happiness, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates this striking African mask. This mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, which is layered with embossed, painted aluminum. A clay rub gives this mask a rustic... ... more

Emyinnaya,'Multi-Color Bead Mosaic on Black Wood African Wall Mask'

With bright colors and eye-catching designs, this decorative African mask will make a statement on your home or office wall. Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu hand carves the mask from sese wood, paints it black, then creates a stunning mosaic out... ... more

Green Sankofa,'Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana'

The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, depicting a bird that reaches to grab an egg from its back, means "go back and get it." Reflecting on the importance of learning from the past, Ghana's Theophilus Sackey hand-carves Sankofa into the forehead of this African... ... more

Ahoufe Stripes,'African Wood Mask with Red Stripes from Ghana'

Named Ahoufe, which means "beauty" in the Akan language, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this mask from a single piece of sese wood, given a painted finish with red and black stripes. ... more

Green Nomsa,'Dark Green Sese Wood African Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in a dark green hue. The forehead is detailed with dotted motifs that depict a... ... more

Okwonko,'Set of 4 Handcrafted Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments'

Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor handcrafts a set of four ornaments from ofram wood, all inspired by Africa's ancient civilizations that once filled those prosperous lands with art and knowledge. After crafting each little mask, the artisan paints... ... 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

Fritete,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Named Fritete, an Akan word that refers to olden times, this African mask is created by Ransford Bediako. He hand-carves this mask from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the face of a woman with an intricate hairdo. ... 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

Nwomn Pa,'Aluminum-Plated African Sese Wood Mask'

Covered in silvery circles, Samuel Kofi Kumi's round mask makes an intriguing piece of home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured aluminum before painting its features black with deep red... ... more

Esbuna,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask in Orange from Ghana'

Framed by embossed aluminum, a red design forms the "third eye" of this African mask from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood and painted orange. Embossed aluminum further accentuates the... ... more

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

'Hand-Carved Black and Yellow African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by women, Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu creates an elegant and striking addition to your home decor. Hand-carved of sese wood, this African mask features the simple image of a face, painted in contrasting tones of yellow and black with... ... more

Ancestral Voices,'Set of 4 Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments Handmade in Ghana'

Ghanaian tradition can now be part of Christmas celebrations thanks to Robert Aidoo-Taylor's latest design made in precious ofram wood. After hand-carving this set of four ornaments, the artisan paints each accessory in an intense palette, honoring his... ... more

Face of Colors,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Beaded by hand with colorful recycled glass, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He carves the mask from sese wood, which is accentuated beautifully by the glass beads. ... more

Thankful Face,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Hoping to add an element of gratitude to your home, Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour designs this African mask. She works with local artisans, who hand-carve this mask from sese wood. An accent of embossed aluminum decorates the forehead of this mask, which... ... more

Mexican Masks Collection,'10 Coloring Postcards Set of Fantastical Mexican Masks'

"Proud of my Mexican roots, I designed this series of 10 coloring postcards featuring the masks of fantastical animals and other creatures. They are inspired by the many clay, paper and wood masks found throughout Mexican artistry," explains Alejandra... ... more

Dan Festival,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Dan Mask from Ghana'

Inspired by the Dan people, a group who are primarily farmers of cash crops such as rice, cassava, sweet potato and maize, Ghanaian artisan Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng crafts this original and remarkable festival mask. The mask represents the end of 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

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

Jamuike Eye,'Rustic African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

A panel of embossed brass forms the "third" eye of this African mask from Ghana. Designed and crafted by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, painted brown and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. Embossed... ... more

Dan II','Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask'

This stunning mask is the creation of Ghana's Emmanuel Austin Ankude, who names his design in honor of the Dan tribe from Liberia. The West African artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, sands the surface smooth, then paints the piece in... ... more

Dan,'Hand Carved Sese Wood and Jute West African Wall Mask'

With a stern look and a scraggly beard, this mask is sure to add a unique accent to your home decor. Emmanuel Opoku Asante presents this mask of West African origin, meticulously crafted by hand from sese wood and jute, and featuring a rustic finish.... ... more

'Dan Comic' - Fair Trade Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Bright colors distinguish this jovial personage immortalized as a mask. Designed by Rita Addo Zakour the piece is carved by hand from native sese wood and richly embellished with embossed aluminum. Its style comes from the Dan people of Cote d'Ivoire... ... more

Dan People,'Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

This memorable African mask is the creation of Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng. Hand-carved from sese wood, it is accented with jute hair and painted in brown, black and cream. The artisan names the mask Dan , after a people who live in the western... ... more

Ivoirian wood African mask, 'Dan Ghost'

Stylized features depict a ghost with vigilant pose. Used by the Dan people of Cote d'Ivoire and Liberia such masks are considered guardian spirits; they drive off evil with their good elements. Rita Addo Zakour designs images with authentic West... ... more

Protective Dan,'Hand Carved Sese Wood and Jute West African Wall Mask'

Inspired by the Dan people of Liberia this African wood mask is used for protection and as a channel for communication with the spirit world. Eva Asantewa Amakye of Ghana, meticulously hand carves this mask from sese wood and completes it with a beard... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Detector of Evil' - African Wood Wall Mask

Rich repousse textures contrast with sleek sese wood in this intriguing African mask. Based on centuries of Ghanaian tradition the design arises from Rita Addo Zakour's own imagination. The stern features suggest the nemesis of evil. The mask is... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Queen Aura Poka' - Hand Carved Ivoirian Wood Mask

By Kobina Asmah this beautiful mask depicts a beloved African queen of the Baule people. This is the queen mother Aura Poka. Because of dissension in the Ashanti kingdom she moved her people to present day Ivory Coast the artisan explains. Carved by... ... more

Wood mask, 'Introspection' - Handcrafted Carved Hibiscus Wood Mask

With eyes that look inward a lovely lady contemplates the inner workings of her mind. This elegant Balinese mask is superbly carved by hand. From Eka it showcases the unusual grain of natural hibiscus wood. This wood varies widely in its tones 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

Wood mask, 'Lady of the Lotus' - Hibiscus Wood Mask

Lotus buds on floral tendrils delicately embrace the face of a Balinese woman. Eliciting her portrait from hibiscus wood Eka designs this exquisite mask. Hibiscus wood varies widely in its tones and patterns thus each mask is an absolutely unique work... ... more