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Handcrafted Sese Wood African Wan Tribe Mask from Ghana, "Wan Celebration"

Name: Handcrafted Sese Wood African Wan Tribe Mask from Ghana, 'Wan Celebration'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 455666
Price: 150.96 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (131 reviews)

Product ID: 455666

by Salihu Ibrahim (131)

Used by people of the Wan tribe during traditional dances at the Danfra festival of peace, this mask makes a striking addition to your home. During... more

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Used by people of the Wan tribe during traditional dances at the Danfra festival of peace, this mask makes a striking addition to your home. During the Danfra festival, members of many different tribes come together to thank the gods for their blessings. Ghanaian artisan Salihu Ibrahim recreates that tradition with this mask, handcrafted of sese wood with horns atop the head and raffia fibers adorning the ears.

0.77 kgs
1.7 lbs

Metric

US/Imperial

Sese wood, raffia
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Ghana
Ships fast from USA
Product ID: 455666

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Salihu Ibrahim

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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131

Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

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Nov 02, 2024

“A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

“Good quality”

Excellent work!

Purchased Item African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 25, 2024

“Beutiful item”

As expected

Purchased Item Lobi Throne, Unique Wood Sculpture

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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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Meet the Artist

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