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Fair Trade Wood Mask, "Sword of War"

Product ID: 203324

Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war." "The... more

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Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war." "The crossed scimitars were a popular motif in the heraldic shields of many former Akan states. The swords can also represent legitimate state authority," artisan Theophilus Sackey explains. He covers the features with hand embossed aluminum.

  • 0.51 kgs
  • 1.1 lbs
  • 43 cm H x 14 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 17" H x 5.5" W x 2.4" 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: 203324
Theophilus Sackey
Theophilus Sackey

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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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Theophilus Sackey has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $1200.

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Fair Trade Wood Mask Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war." "The crossed scimitars were a popular motif in the heraldic shields of many former Akan states. The swords can also represent legitimate state authority," artisan Theophilus Sackey explains. He covers the features with hand embossed aluminum. Ghanaian wood mask Sword of War
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