Ivoirian wood mask, 'Guro Wise Man'

Handmade Guro Unity Ivoirian Wood Mask (Ghana)

Abstract motifs adorn the ring that rises from a crown. It features two human heads, united in a single purpose. Transforming native sese wood with his vision and talent, Salihu Ibrahim sculpts a mask from the Guro tribe of Cote d'Ivoire. ... more

Handmade Guro Shield Ivoirian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 11.75" H x 8.75" W x 5.75" D

The Guro tribe of Cote d'Ivoire are well-known for their fine artistic sense, and they are prolific mask-makers. Salihu Ibrahim of Ghana presents a beautiful Guro-style mask, hand-carved of native sese wood. ... more

Bungalow Rose Firdows Moon Ivoirian Wood Mask Sculptural Wood in Brown/Indigo | 20.5 H x 11.8 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair

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

World Menagerie Izabelle Ivoirian Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown | 10.3 H x 6.3 W x 4.7 D in | Wayfair 197762

Hand-carved by Salihu Ibrahim, a bold personage represents a female spirit of war. Carved from sese wood, this rugged African mask comes from the Dan people who inhabit the mountainous regions of the ivory coast. It is thought to protect warriors in... ... more

Bungalow Rose Baule Ancestor Ivoirian Wood Mask in Brown/Red | 10.25 H x 6 W in | Wayfair 9A4D98FFD26240B0AA4C5E8BBE910C2B

Carved by hand from seasoned sese wood, this handsome mask by the artisan represents the Baule or Baole people of Cote d'Ivoire. It depicts a serene personage whose eyes are closed. 'Such masks are used to seek the blessings of the ancestors and to... ... more

Handmade Baule Spitfire Ivoirian Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17.75" H x 6" W x 3.2" D

Handsome but solemn, this imposing African mask is the handiwork of Godfred France. He carves it by hand, using seasoned sese wood, and achieves rich textures with applications of white clay. ... more

African mask, 'Ivoirian Guro Peace'

This quiet visage is a symbol of peace among the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire where such masks represent the spirits of the underworld. A slender headdress that culminates in a circle and a stylized beard give balance to the lovely design. Salihu... ... 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

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Compassion and Bravery' - Ivory Coast Wood Mask

This noble mask is adorned with the horns of a ram and a bird leaning forward. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes bravery and compassion. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the artistic traditions of the Guro people who include animal... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Yoari Moon' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Crowned by a crescent moon this cheerful mask comes from Cote d'Ivoire. Salihu Ibrahim carves the piece by hand of native African sese wood eliciting rich textures from its grain and adding applications of white clay for contrast. Such masks are used... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Senufo Purification' - Hand Beaded Wood Wall Mask

By Godfred France this beautiful mask is superbly carved by hand. He adorns the face with polished brass and pebbles while beads of recycled glass add color to the design. An imposing headdress lends authority. This mask is used by the Senufo people of... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Flying Spirit' - Unique Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Crowned with double horns this mask by Salihu Ibrahim depicts a bird that represents a flying spirit. The design comes from the Bwa tribe of Cote d'Ivoire and these spirits are portrayed with geometric shapes as they have no physical form. Bright color... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Kulango Earth God' - Handmade African Wood Mask

Circular horns crown this enigmatic personage by Salihu Ibrahim. It represents the earth god Tano who is honored with an annual festival by the Kulango people of Cote d'Ivoire. Bold and colorful motifs heighten the drama of the mask's simple geometry. ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Togetherness' - Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

To the Yaure people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes togetherness. Carved of sese wood a face of solemn features is crowned with the image of two birds face-to-face. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this replica by hand and as the birds' beaks come into... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule New Moon' - Handcrafted Wood Mask

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

'Ancient Guro Man' - Artisan Crafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Bowing beneath the weight of a single horn a serene visage seems contemplative. Wrinkles furrow the brow of this revered elder. Elegantly carving sese wood Salihu Ibrahim sculpts the realistic features combining both animal and human elements. The Guro... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Scorpion Vigil'

Salihu Ibrahim carves an extraordinary replica of a Guro tribal mask featuring the raised tail of a scorpion. It symbolizes vigilance and it is also intended to scare enemies away. For the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire masks are emblems of the spirits... ... more

'Protection and Blessings' - Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Crowned with the image of a crested bird this mask symbolizes protection and blessings. Salihu Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask in the artistic tradition of the Guro tribe from Cote d'Ivoire. Noted for their zoomorphic features the masks were believed... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Kran Twins'

Side by side identical faces depict twins in this handsome African mask. Representative of the Cote d'Ivoire's Kran people it is worn by parents to celebrate the birth of twins says artisan Salihu Ibrahim. He adds applications of white clay for contrast. ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Bird Protector'

A graceful bird alights atop a bearded face with animal ears. Melding human and zoomorphic features Salihu Ibrahim sculpts a mesmerizing image. The graceful sese wood mask comes from the Guro people of Cote d'Ivoire where they represent the spirits of... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Brave and Noble'

Salihu Ibrahim carves this remarkable mask featuring two chins and two sets of horns as symbols of nobility and bravery. Ibrahim replicates the artistic traditions of the Guro people who include animal depictions in their masks to personify the spirits... ... more

King Who Loves Peace,'Ivoirian wood mask'

Horns crown the narrow face of an African king. Carved with only hand tools from naturally-dried sese wood, the piece slopes dramatically from a smooth forehead to a pointed chin; a slim nose elongates the visage. Designer Nana Adu Amankwapam... ... 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

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Ancestor'

Carved by hand from seasoned sese wood this handsome mask by Nana Adu Amankwapam I represents the Baule or Baole people of Cote d'Ivoire. It depicts a serene personage whose eyes are closed. Such masks are used to seek the blessings of the ancestors... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Moon King'

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

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Spitfire'

Handsome but solemn this imposing African mask is the handiwork of Godfred France. He carves it by hand using seasoned sese wood and achieves rich textures with applications of white clay. This mask comes from the Baule people of Cote d'Ivoire he... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Spirit Blessings'

A quiet brown sparrow perches atop this elegant mask by Salihu Ibrahim. Symbol of ancestral spirits the design honors the bird spirit to obtain its blessings. Even features suggest strength of character while subtle color lends a regal effect to the... ... more

Ivoirian wood mask, 'Baule Moon Appreciation'

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

Youthful Spirit Dance,'Handcrafted Ivoirian Wood Mask'

Elegant textures adorn this horned mask by Salihu Ibrahim. With its simplified line and stylized features, it represents a minor spirit. Such masks are worn by the junior rank of male dancers among the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire. Ibrahim names the... ... more

Baule Moon Lover,'Ivoirian wood mask'

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

'Woman's War Spirit' - Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Hand-carved by Salihu Ibrahim a bold personage represents a female spirit of war. Carved from sese wood this rugged African mask comes from the Dan people who inhabit the mountainous regions of the Ivory Coast. It is thought to protect warriors in battle. ... more

Guro,'Artisan Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

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

African wood mask, 'Guro Elephant I'

The Guro peoples of Cote d'Ivoire revere 5 animals above all others and one of them is the mighty elephant. The Guro believe that animals represent links between the human world and the spirit world. Salihu Ibrahim of Ghana faithfully represents a... ... more

'Guro Fertility Wall Wood Mask Replica Hand-carved by Artisan'

Sefah Annwhar replicates the unique artistry of Ivory Coast's Guro people with this impressive wall mask. Featuring two faces, fertility masks were given to Guro women to help them conceive. The talented Ghanaian artisan hand-carves the sese wood mask... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Village Wise Man'

Expressed in sese wood an elongated visage purses lips and peers through narrowed eyes. Ernestina Oppong Asante portrays a village sage deep in thought. A cap tops the slender face; the long dark line of the nose balances the ample forehead. This... ... more

Gentle Person,'Ivoirian African Mask'

Anthropomorphic features transform the face of a young man, expertly carved by Salihu Ibrahim. Representing the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire, the personage boasts the curving horns of a ram and a beard like an elephant's trunk. A birdlike creature... ... more

African mask, 'Ivoirian Avian Grace'

Leaning forward to caress the forehead a graceful bird crowns this sese wood mask. The solemn visage boasts a narrow beard that curls in counterpoint to the slender avian body. Salihu Ibrahim uses manual tools to carve this mask with the detailed care... ... more