Decorative Hand Carved Wood African Wall Mask from Ghana, "Dan Masquerade"

Ghanaian artist Emmanuel Austin Ankude hand-carves this striking mask from sese wood, using a chisel to etch the intricate details. This mask, finished with local clay to give it an antique finish, is a replica of a mask created by the Dan people from Liberia, who refer to the mask as gle or ge, terms that refer both to the physical mask and the individual spirits the mask is believed to embody during masquerade performances. As a wall hanging or decorative piece, this mask is sure to add a regal touch to any room.