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African wood mask, "Bridal Protection II"

Name: African wood mask, 'Bridal Protection II'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 183605
Price: 78.85 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (131 reviews)

Product ID: 183605

by Salihu Ibrahim (131)

Covering the face completely, with small perforations for the eyes and nose, this mask is designed for protection. Salihu Ibrahim creates an... more

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Covering the face completely, with small perforations for the eyes and nose, this mask is designed for protection. Salihu Ibrahim creates an impressive replica of the bridal mask worn by the Mandey people from Cote d'Ivoire. They believe that by keeping their faces hidden during the marriage ceremony they are protected from the evil eye possibly cast by any of those attending, to ensure the newlyweds will have children. Ibrahim grounds stones and charcoal to obtain the colors used for decorating the sese wood mask. This mask is known as "Sowei," which in the Gola language of the Mandey means "Give Birth."

0.31 kgs
0.7 lbs

13" H x 6" W x 2.4" D
13" H x 6" W x 2.4" D

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Sese wood
Eco-Friendly: coloured with organic dyes
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 183605

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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131

Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

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Nov 02, 2024

“A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

“Good quality”

Excellent work!

Purchased Item African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 25, 2024

“Beutiful item”

As expected

Purchased Item Lobi Throne, Unique Wood Sculpture

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Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

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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Caring for Children

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Meet the Artist

Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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