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Artisan Crafted Wood Mask, "Big Headed Linguist"

Product ID: 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... more

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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. George Obeng celebrates this legendary Akan custom with a hand-carved sese wood mask. He paints it with bright colors and adorns it with ornate brass plates.

  • 0.89 kgs
  • 2.0 lbs
  • 47 cm H x 18 cm W x 7 cm D
  • 18.5" H x 7" W x 2.8" D

  • Sese wood and brass
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 122527
George Asante
George Asante

West Africa

Wood sculptures and African masks

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

George Asante has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $300. Proceeds were used to purchase wood and other raw materials for his work.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Job Creator

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Young Talent

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Moving On Up

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