Handcrafted Tweneboah Wood New Classic African Mask (Ghana)

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Bwa Butterfly Bat' African Mask (Ghana)

Target-like circles on the face identify this creature's mask as a butterfly, while some scholars believe it represents a bat or a hawk. Representing a nature spirit for the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso, Salihu Ibrahim hand-carves the mask from sese wood. ... more

Handcrafted Sese Wood Safety and Security African Mask (Ghana)

Carved by hand by Godfred France in Ghana, this authentic African mask revels in bright, bold colors. The mask is named 'Fihankra,' from the Ashanti word for 'house or compound,' and is a symbol of security and safety. ... 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

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 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

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Fear None but God' Mask (Ghana)

This original mask design from Ghana's Anna Yawson features the Adinkra symbol for 'Gye Nyame,' or 'fear none but God.' The artisan carves the mask by hand from sese wood and paints it in black and magenta with carved accents. ... more

Handmade Dynamic Power African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 28" H x 8" W x 1" D

Christopher Nyasafo of Ghana designs this decorative wall mask handcrafted out of sese wood. ... more

Handmade Adom Ahoto African Wood Mask (Ghana)

This African mask is designed and handcrafted by Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng using rich suar wood. In the Akan language, adom means grace and ahoto means freedom. ... 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 Gratitude African Wood Mask (Ghana)

From Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu comes this exquisite hand-carved rubberwood mask. Colorful designs crafted from both wood and aluminum define the elongated face. ... more

Handmade Adaoma African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Titled for an Igbo word meaning "good lady," this mesmerizing striped mask uses hints of red along with bright yellow eyes that stand out from the black and white of the rest of the mask. ... more

Handmade Horns Of Power African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17.25" H x 6.25" W x 2.2" D

Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa designs this mask, drawing inspiration from the rich cultural history of Africa. ... more

Handmade Ghanaian Princess African Wood And Aluminum Mask (Ghana)

Ghana's Victor Dushie creates this beautiful mask that he hand carves from native sese wood, before painting in shades of burnt orange, dark brown, red, black, and azure. ... 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

Handmade Sun Dancer African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Hand carved by Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim, this mask echoes the style of the distinctive and striking masks of the Bwa people of Burkina Faso. The mask is worn by male dancers during festivals and represents the sun. ... more

Handmade The Elephant Is My Friend African Wood Mask (Ghana)

This attractive mask is the original design of Awudu Saaed from Ghana. Hand carved from rubberwood and given a dark brown finish, the mask is then accented with embossed brass plates that evoke tribal scarification. ... 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

Handmade Yellow Gazelle African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 17.25" H x 9.5" W x 3.5" D

Sporting yellow horns that resemble those of a gazelle, this striking and impressive African mask is designed by Ghanaian artisan Enoch Adjei. ... more

Sese Wood and Brass 'Bold Courage' African Mask (Ghana)

Inspired by the customs and traditions of the Akan people, Daniel Nyadedzor handcrafts this handsome sese wood mask. Known as 'Akokuroduro,' the mask symbolizes boldness and can be found adorning many homes throughout Ghana. ... 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 Yellow Akoni African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 19" H x 6" W x 2.8" D

Named by the artisan after the Yoruba word for "brave warrior," this colorful mask is hand carved by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu from local rubberwood and painted in shades of yellow, red, black, and white. ... more

Handmade Happy Woman African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 8.25" x 19"

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic. Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim creates a jovial expression with this beautiful African mask. ... more

Handmade African Sese Wood Elephant King Mask (Ghana) - Brown

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this African mask depicts a serious personage with a long, narrow face. Carved of sese wood and painted by hand, the mask is an original design by the talented Ghanaian artisan. ... more

Handmade Greatness African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Destined for greatness, this African mask features an original design by Victor Dushie. He hand-carves the mask of Ghanaian sese wood, featuring an elongated shape. ... 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 African Wood Bambara Woman Mask (Ghana) - 19" H x 3.3" W x 1.8" D

Showing downcast eyes and narrow, elongated features, this mask suggests the Bambara antelope tradition. Ghana's Kobina Asmah carves the mask by hand from sese wood and embellishes it with brass and aluminum in a portrait of a Bambara woman, from Mali. ... 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

Handmade Sankofa Twins Pair African Wood Masks (Ghana)

Beautifully carved, these two masks are crafted of native sese wood by Theophilus Anum. The curved tops of both masks depict the Adinkra symbol Sankofa, a bird with its head turned backwards and an egg in its mouth. ... 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 African Wood Zulu Blue Mask (Ghana)

By Saeed Musah of Ghana, this handsome African mask takes the shape of a seed. The mask is embellished with applications of hand-embossed aluminum and depicts the concept of a personage from the Zulu people of South Africa. ... more

Handmade Blue Akoni African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 19" H x 6" W x 2.8" D

Named by the artisan after the Yoruba word for "brave warrior," this colorful mask is hand carved by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu from local rubberwood and painted in shades of blue, yellow, red, and black. ... more

Handmade Laughing Happily African Ebony Wood Mask (Ghana)

Hand-carved of rich ebony wood by Ghanaian artisan Robert Lanyo, this African mask makes a happy addition to your home decor. The mask depicts a jolly face that is full of mirth and laughter. ... more

Handmade Young Strength African Wood Mask (Ghana) - 18.5" H x 8.25" W x 3.3" D

Inspired by the Bambara tribal tradition of mask making, Ghanaian artisan Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng creates a striking sese wood replica mask of a young Bambara man, representing the strength and unity they can bring to society. ... 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

Handmade Lady Serwaa African Mask (Ghana)

This modern African mask boasts a bold purple hue covering sleek, symmetrical features. Carved by hand of sese wood, it is an original design by Ali Mohammed. He names it Obaa Serwaa, which means Lady Serwaa' in the Akan language. ... more

Handmade Lion Majesty African Mask (Ghana)

A fierce lion roars on the forehead of a quiet face. By Abdul Salami Amadu, this original mask is carved from seasoned sese wood and adorned with hand embossed sheets of aluminum and brass. ... more

Handmade Silence Is Golden African Mask (Ghana)

Hewn from native sese wood and detailed by hand, this handsome mask is the work of Ibrahim Seyeed. Embossed aluminum provides rich textures and highlights the personage's features. ... more