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Novica Handmade Agya African Wood Mask

The phrase agya rekoro, literally translated as "when father was leaving," is used as the prelude to telling a riddle, a recollection of the wisdom that forebears leave behind. Ali Mohammed's mask is named after this Akan word for "father." more

Novica Handmade Something In The Heavens African Wood Mask

An elongated face takes the shape of a seed that promises new growth in days to come. By Ghana's Eric Danquah, this beautiful African mask is named Biribi wo soro, which means "there is something in the heavens" in the Akan language. 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

Novica Handmade Ntoboase Iii African Beaded Wood Mask

From Rita Addo Zakour's "Ntoboase" series, this original mask represents "Patience," in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood image is crafted by hand featuring a cape-like design under the chin. more

Novica Handmade Glorious Apata African Wood Mask

Named Apata, an Akan word meaning "tilapia," this African mask celebrates the fruits of the ocean. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley creates this mask, which is carved from sese wood in the shape of a fish pointing downward. more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Have a Good Life' African Wall Mask (Ghana)

Ghana's Eric Darko carves an African mask of sage distinction, celebrating the wisdom of the Akan people. Carved of sese wood and embellished with brass plates, the mask reminds one to lead a good life or 'bobra papa.' more

Bungalow Rose Patience Handmade Mask Wall Decor, Wood in Black | 11.8 H x 8.3 W in | Wayfair 9EF5CBD3FFDB4D6682C1BFC69676C597

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. An original design by Danquah,... more

Handmade Stunning Ahoufe African Wood Mask (Ghana)

A wall mask is hand-carved of sese wood, painted with colors of black, blue, and white and accented with embossed brass sheet. Abdul Razak designs this African mask from Ghana, naming it Ahoufe, meaning "beauty" in the Akan language. more

World Menagerie Hetty Handcrafted African Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Brown | 16.5 H x 7 W in | Wayfair 176061

Quiet features practice patience in this elegant African mask to hang on the wall. Adorned with richly embossed aluminum, the design arises from the artisan Hetty's own imagination. She names the mask Ntoboase, "Patience" in the Akan language. | World... more

World Menagerie Abusua African Beaded Wood Mask Wall Décor in Blue/Brown | 6.5 H x 4.3 W x 2.2 D in | Wayfair 6C25661857B2444DA654D0F32FF5769B

Carved by hand, this wall décor features colorful beads for a vibrant design. Artisan Awudu Saaed of Ghana uses traditional hand-carving techniques to make a mask from rubberwood with a rainbow of glass beads in a geometric pattern. In the Akan... more

World Menagerie Artisan Crafted Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black/Red/Yellow | 18.5 H x 7 W in | Wayfair 122527

According to the beliefs of the Akan people of Ghana, anyone with a ti kese ("big head") is said to be very knowledgeable. Court linguists, for example, were said to have big heads, although they would also be the subject of ridicule by passersby.... more

Novica Handmade Daakye Hene African Wood Mask

Named for the Ghanaian Akan word Daakye Hene, or "future king," this hand-carved sese wood mask is presented by West Africa's Ibrahim Seyeed. The mask features textured aluminum plate detail and is further enhanced with acrylic paint. more

Bungalow Rose True Friend Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Brown | 18 H x 6.3 W in | Wayfair 5B43517C7DAB413CA1009D999248F201

In times of hardship a friend is always there for you, and when you find such a friend, you are happy for life, confides Eric Darko, who replicates the friendship mask of the Akan people. Worn during special celebrations, the mask features the face of... more

Bungalow Rose Monarch & African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown/Yellow | 20.5 H x 7 W x 1 D in | Wayfair 8F9BD2727B274D56BD51DD5FF18B5576

The spectacular design of this original mask is by Ayambire Victor of Ghana. The mask is intended for a king in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. The mask is hand-carved from native sese wood mask by hand and accented by acrylic painted details. |... more

Bungalow Rose Glorious Apata & African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black | 23 H x 3.1 W x 3.1 D in | Wayfair E1F1E5B7FAA241488876B4157D97F25E

Named Apata, an Akan word meaning "tilapia," this African mask celebrates the fruits of the ocean. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley creates this mask, which is carved from sese wood in the shape of a fish pointing downward. The face is serene, its... more

Bungalow Rose Mask Chief Advisor Sculpture Wood in Brown/Gray | 13.5 H x 6 W x 2.8 D in | Wayfair B60E89BDB566488CB7C8E926A41317F9

Elongated lines and smooth, stylized features evoke the self-assuredness of a leader. Designer presents an exquisite mask he names Tufohene. Tufohene is a name given by the Akans to a person who counsels the chief. Sculpted by hand of sese wood, this... more

World Menagerie African Heart Hand Crafted African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black | 20.5 H x 5.5 W in | Wayfair 203329

Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents patience and tolerance. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akoma, and depicts a heart. "Akoma is an Akan adinkra symbol", says artisan Theophilus Sackey. He covers the mask with hand... more

Bungalow Rose Colorful Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black | 16 H x 5.75 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair BCBC9DABF32449C3BEB3710439FE7470

Hand-carved from sese wood, this striking African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako. He finishes the mask in black with vibrant blue and yellow accents. This mask is named Nyansafo, meaning "wise person" in the Akan language. |... more

Novica Handmade Nhyira Dots African Wood Mask

Named Nhyira, which means "blessing" in the Akan language, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood, painted with dot motifs in orange and black. more

Novica Handmade Nyame Akwan African Wood Mask

Displaying an elaborate hairdo, this African mask is designed by Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako. He hand-carves the mask from sese wood, given a black finish. This mask is named Nyame Akwan, meaning "God's way" in Akan. more

World Menagerie Epa Face African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Brown | 11.75 H x 3.1 W x 1.4 D in | Wayfair 9D2D7F8CF5554F9797C524DC8B60119F

By Ghanaian artisan K. Baka, this tall African mask is handcrafted of sese wood and painted with colorful dot motifs. The mask is named Epa, meaning 'handcuff' in the Akan language, referring to the interlocking square design at the forehead. | World... more

Novica Handmade Patience African Beaded Wood Mask

From Rita Addo Zakour's "Ntoboase" series, this original African mask represents "Patience," in the Akan language. The seed-like sese wood image is carved and painted by hand in shades of brown, lemon green, green, baby blue, and white. more

Bungalow Rose Fear Only God Hand Crafted Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Brown | 11.5 H x 4.3 W x 1.6 D in | Wayfair 91E4C00911C14E8199DA74723D6BFD6A

Gordon Adu presents an imposing mask from Ghana's Akan people. Carved from sese wood and finished with mansion polish, it bears a traditional Adinkra symbol on the wide forehead. These communicate popular wisdom to the people. The impressive Gye Nyame... more

Bungalow Rose Osunu African Wood Mask in Black/Brown | 19 H x 11 W in | Wayfair 51388ED01DC548D197EBF9171EDD2666

This hand-carved mask of sese wood is adorned with rich colors and a prominent aluminum plate, named Osunu, or 'elephant' in the Twi dialect spoken by the Akan tribe of Ghana. This original design by the artisan of West Africa, is hand-carved and... more

Bungalow Rose Ahinkwa Handmade African Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Orange | 13.8 H x 2 W in | Wayfair F62D3C7D5E7347B1953E9393007C26C6

Anna Yawson in Ghana presents an original mask design that is simple yet bold. The elongated mask is carved by hand from sese wood and painted bright. The artisan names the design ahinkwa, which means "king's servant" in the Twi dialect of the Akan... more

Bungalow Rose Sword of War Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Brown/Orange | 17 H x 5.5 W in | Wayfair 203324

Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war." "The crossed scimitars were a popular motif in the heraldic shields of many former Akan states. The swords can... more

World Menagerie Our Traditions Wood African Mask Wall Décor in Green | 15.8 H x 3.9 W in | Wayfair 197600

Hand carved textures and rich colors distinguish a mask of opulent beauty. By Godfred France, it combines African sese wood in green, yellow, red and black for an original design with Ghanaian influence. He names it Sankofa, an Akan word meaning... more

World Menagerie Hye Wonnye I Beaded Wood w/ Adinkra Symbol of Forgiveness Mask Wall Décor in Black/Green/Red | 17 H x 5.5 W in | Wayfair 210482

Emblazoned with the Adinkra Hye wonnye on the forehead, this original mask is designed by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. In Akan, Hye wonnye means "That which cannot be burnt", referring to forgiveness. Mohamadu hand-carves the mask of African rubberwood... more

Novica Handmade Beautiful Nta African Wood Mask

Hand-carved from sese wood, the faces of twins are portrayed in this African mask. Ghanaian artisan Paul Ababisa creates the mask, which is accented with intricately embossed aluminum. This mask is named Nta, which means "twin" in the Akan language. more

World Menagerie Dougie African Beaded Wood Mask Wall Decor in Black/Red | 10.3 H x 9.8 W in | Wayfair 210474

Rays of sun adorn this asomdwoe mask in an original design by Dougie. Meaning "peace" in the Akan language, the African rubber wood mask is carved by hand featuring ornate aluminum on the nose. Dazzling beadwork in red, black, green, white, yellow and... more

World Menagerie Deworuo African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black/Brown/Gray | 19 H x 3.1 W x 2.4 D in | Wayfair 202585

The insignia worn by the royal Akan deruwuo (gongon) player inspires this spectacular mask. By Victor Addo Biney, the sese wood mask is carved by hand and exquisitely detailed in embossed aluminum. | World Menagerie Deworuo African Wood Mask Wall Décor... more

Novica Handmade Colorful Nyansafo African Wood Mask

Hand-carved from sese wood, this striking African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako. He finishes the mask in black with vibrant blue and yellow accents. This mask is named Nyansafo, meaning "wise person" in the Akan language. more

Handmade Kasa Anoma African Wood Mask (Ghana)

The kasa anoma mask is an original design by Ghanaian artisan Sefah Mohammed. Meaning "talking bird" in the Twi dialect of the Akan people, the sese wood mask is adorned with a bird on the forehead, its beak leading on to the nose and opened mouth. more

Bungalow Rose Elzey Gyata Wood Mask Wall Décor in Blue/Brown/Yellow | 30.5 H x 6.25 W x 3.5 D in | Wayfair 5B59F046D1D2456BBFCAA2EA7CB019D3

Meaning "lion," in Akan, the "Gyata" mask is a wonderful new design. A lion family detailed in aluminum adorns the impressive headdress. A toucan is perched on one side. The Ghanaian artisan crafts the sese wood wall mask by hand, painting it brown,... more

Bungalow Rose Baule Legacy African Mask Wall Décor, Wood in Gray | Wayfair D23263B8FB1F456EA91F2D71AF843678

Of Baule origin, this replica wall mask testifies to Eva Asantewa Amakye's wood carving skills. The Baule people of Ivory Coast are a community within the Akan people and are renowned for their carving traditions. This handsome sese wood African mask... more

World Menagerie Adom African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black/Brown | 8.75 H x 16.25 W x 4.1 D in | Wayfair 363FBAD3B4224222BADF978361D1CC73

Named Adom, which means "Grace" in the Akan language of Ghana, this African mask is painted with colorful stripes and designs. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this mask, which is hand-carved from sese wood. A striped accent extends from the nose over the... more

Bungalow Rose Elyzza Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black | 18 H x 7.75 W in | Wayfair AD647FF756814327A7F897A0158EBBE5

Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng designs and handcrafts this striking wall mask. Engraved aluminium plates highlight the face, which is crafted from sese wood. The artisan calls the mask Adepa, which means "good thing" in the Akan language. | Bungalow... more

Bungalow Rose Stunning Ahoufe African Wood Mask Wall Décor in Black | 15 H x 6 W in | Wayfair 34D433890A0C428F84ADC272AA3512CA

A Stunning Ahoufe African Wood Mask Wall Décor is hand-carved of sese wood and accented with embossed brass sheet. This artisan designs this African mask from Ghana, naming it Ahoufe, meaning "beauty" in the Akan language. | Bungalow Rose Stunning... more