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Artisan Crafted Wood Mask, "Ancestor's Spirit"

Name: Artisan Crafted Wood Mask, 'Ancestor's Spirit'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 73542
Price: 228.91 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (132 reviews)

Product ID: 73542

by Salihu Ibrahim (132)

A faithful replica of the renowned "White Masks of the Ogooue," this mask personifies an ancestral spirit of the Kota and Mukudji people... more

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A faithful replica of the renowned "White Masks of the Ogooue," this mask personifies an ancestral spirit of the Kota and Mukudji people from Gabon. Known as "Punu," the ancestral spirit is believed to guide one to the hereafter; Punu masks are reserved for important village festivities. Salihu Ibrahim hand-carves the mask of sese wood featuring half-opened eyes and slightly raised pursed lips. The forehead is embellished with a distinct diamond-shaped motif; it is crowned with a stylized hairdo. Once the mask is carved and the wood has dried thoroughly, it is treated with clay to appear like an antique piece.

2.50 kgs
5.5 lbs

43 cm H x 24 cm W x 15 cm D
17" H x 9.5" W x 6" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 73542

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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LINDA

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Jan 29, 2021

“Adorns my wall”

This mask is quite beautiful on my wall. It is so life like several of my children have committed how it makes them feel when sitting down. Just what I was looking for in a mask.

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Jose

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Mar 27, 2021

“Beautiful!”

This is a really beautiful and impressive mask. It contrasts, colors and work is really excellent. You cannot avoid saying a wow when you unwrap it from its box. Highly recommended.

It is so beautiful that it may stand alone on a wall as its central piece

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WillieMae

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May 17, 2025

“TIGARI PSYCHIC”

IT TOOK ME WEEKS TO PLAN, AS IT RESIDES IN MY APARTMENT, CURRENTLY! AS IM SURE, THAT THE OWNER OF THIS STATUE AND ALL HIS STATUES ARE BLESSED WITH THE SPIRIT OF INVESTING INTO HIS PRODUCTS! AND OTHERS WILL PURCHASE THEIR OWN.

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Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

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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Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

"Greetings from Ghana, West Africa, where we are thinking of you and thanking you for such a successful work year. From myself, my family, and my... read more