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Burkina Faso Africa wood mask, "Our Spirits"

Product ID: 143614

Salihu Ibrahim by Salihu Ibrahim (132)
Featureless, this mask represents protective spirits that can take animal form or can appear as strange beings. These spirits watch over families... more

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Featureless, this mask represents protective spirits that can take animal form or can appear as strange beings. These spirits watch over families, clans and communities. They provide for fertility, health and prosperity as well as continuity of life. Superbly carved by Salihu Ibrahim, this mask is representative of the Gurunsi people from Burkina Faso.

  • 0.99 kgs
  • 2.2 lbs
  • 76 cm H x 24 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 30" H x 9.5" W x 2.4" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 143614
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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Microcredit Financing

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

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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Moving On Up

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Caring for Children

Caring for Children

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