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Red and Yellow Dagomba Tribe African Mask, "Dagomba Soothsayer"

Product ID: 221650

With solemn dignity, he opens his mouth to speak. A soothsayer, his word carries great weight among the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. "Such... more

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With solemn dignity, he opens his mouth to speak. A soothsayer, his word carries great weight among the Dagomba people of northern Ghana. "Such masks are used by spiritualists to apprehend thieves who break into the homes of others," artisan Sefah Mohammed explains. "If a house is burgled, the people call a spiritualist who, upon wearing this mask, can identify the culprit." He names his design Booka, which means "soothsayer" in the Hausa language.

  • 0.65 kgs
  • 1.4 lbs
  • 45 cm H x 16.5 cm W x 6.5 cm D
  • 17.75" H x 6.5" W x 2.6" D

  • Sese wood and aluminum
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 221650
Sefah Mohammed

West Africa

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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.

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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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Elizabeth

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Sep 10, 2020

“Great face of calm.”

This is a very soft presence and well sculpted.

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