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Nigerian wood mask, "Harvest Guardian"

Name: Nigerian wood mask, 'Harvest Guardian'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 168916
Price: 163.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.93 (15 reviews)

Product ID: 168916

by Sefah Mohammed: (15)

Peeking down over the forehead and nose, a bird confers mystical powers to this ornate mask. Sefah Mohammed carves it from sese wood, masterfully... more

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Peeking down over the forehead and nose, a bird confers mystical powers to this ornate mask. Sefah Mohammed carves it from sese wood, masterfully replicating the artistic stylizations of the Maradi people of northern Nigeria. This Kiyaahe ("protection") mask is believed to guard the crops from those who would steal them, especially when they are due for harvesting.

0.77 kgs
1.7 lbs

41 cm H x 17 cm W x 10 cm D
16.25" H x 6.75" W x 3.9" D

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Sese wood, aluminum and recycled glass beads
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 168916

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Sefah Mohammed

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks

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GARY

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Jan 29, 2025

“Breath Taking Art”

I am extremely happy with this work of art. As I write Im looking at it on my wall. For sometime Ive been looking for an African mask and it was a blessing to come across Novica and see the work of talented people

Purchased Item Family Values, Hausa Wood Mask

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Antoinette

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Sep 17, 2022

“Such Serenity & Beauty”

Very calming sculpture, reminding me of the royalty, serenity, beauty, confidence and humility of the DNA that flows through my soul.

Purchased Item Akan Comb, African Comb Mask

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Devora

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Mar 13, 2021

“Love my Pick”

Unique!! Fits My personalities Look great in my house Always a conversation piece

Purchased Item Akan Comb, African Comb Mask

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Meet the Artist

Sefah Mohammed Hand-carved African masks

(15)

"There are a lot of factors that motivate me but the significant one was to depict the uniqueness of African history for our younger generations."

"My work is very unique because I craft African masks of extremely high quality. Moreover, I have innovated some creativity into my products with... read more