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Royal Beninese African Mask, "King Houegbadja"

Product ID: 222888

A fish, hook and net are symbols of Houegbadja, the first king of Dahomey in Benin. A brilliant administrator, Houegbadja established the royal... more

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A fish, hook and net are symbols of Houegbadja, the first king of Dahomey in Benin. A brilliant administrator, Houegbadja established the royal palaces at Abomey and their ceremonies. The images appear on the forehead of this handcrafted African mask by Abdul Salami Amadu.

  • 0.72 kgs
  • 1.6 lbs
  • 41 cm H x 17 cm W x 7 cm D
  • 16.25" H x 6.75" W x 2.8" D

  • Sese wood and aluminum
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 222888
Abdul Salami Amadu
Abdul Salami Amadu

West Africa

African masks and carvings

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Abdul Salami Amadu has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $500. Proceeds were used to stock up on raw materials for his carvings.

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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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