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Máscara de madera africana, "wa guerrero de hierro"

Product ID: 172537

Alta y esbelta, esta imponente máscara está cubierta con un ornamentado repujado de aluminio. El latón repujado añade contraste a la obra de arte... more

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Alta y esbelta, esta imponente máscara está cubierta con un ornamentado repujado de aluminio. El latón repujado añade contraste a la obra de arte magníficamente esculpida. Godfred France transforma la madera curada de sese en una manifestación cultural de Wa en la región superior occidental de Ghana. "Estas máscaras son llevadas en batalla por los guerreros, que invocan la ayuda de los espíritus. Luego, el dios del hierro las posee, dándoles una fuerza excepcional", explica el artesano. "Son capaces de luchar hasta la victoria sin perder su fuerza. Pero en ocasiones, cuando han ido a la batalla sin esta máscara, han perdido completamente". Francia nombra esta pieza Kerse, una palabra hausa que significa "hierro".

  • 0.71 kgs
  • 1.6 lbs
  • 50 cm H x 12 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 19.75" H x 4.7" W x 2.4" D

  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 172537
Godfred France
Godfred France

áfrica Occidental

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Linda

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Dec 27, 2024

Beautiful all that makes Im wonderful”

I love the colorsI love the colors I like the large size

I have her hanging on the wall with the others
Purchased Item Aziku, African Wood Mask

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Richard Naimoli Sr.

From Hamburg, New Jersey

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Jun 27, 2024

My newly found tresure”

I have been collecting some African art, including the bust of a beautiful African woman which took me many years to find and to find just that right piece. The hand-carved Continent of Africa includes five carved-out animals which I hope you can see. It was a huge find. But when I stumbled upon Novica and the African Mask. Well, it was like finding the Rosetta stone. Your masks have found their way into my heart and a wonderful place in my home that I proudly display and want to share with you. I have many beautiful collectibles from all over the world. I believe I collect these items because I feel they bring me closer to all the magnificent people GOD has placed on earth. I hope you enjoy the photo I sent. I do understand that only five of the seven pieces are your creations. Thank you and to the other artists for your fine work in preserving history and a fine culture. Thank you again, Mr. Godfred France. I also forgot to mention that my favorite mask is God is Supreme

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Walda

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Mar 30, 2022

powerful & artistic ... greets visitors to my home”

love this elephant protector mask ... beautiful & meaningful. adorns my entrance hallway.

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Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Godfred supports himself and five others in his family. Since the majority of his family's income comes from NOVICA, each order helps improve their livelihoods.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Godfred France has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $900. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, metal plates and sandpaper for production.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

With his sales from NOVICA, Godfred is able to support the education of his three children as well as the daughters of his deceased sisters.

Elder Master

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

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Job Creator

Godfred hires assistants during periods of high demand.

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