This celebratory mask is worn by the people of the Damba tribe, northern Ghana, during the Tobankpele Festival. The mask is used for jubilation and dancing to show appreciation for abundant rains and a good harvest. Abdul Karim Star carves a faithful replica of the mask from seasoned sese wood. The mask features an elongated head with a long nose and a cheetah's mouth. It is adorned with florid embossed brass plates.
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She would be the first one to admit to her good fortune. Perhaps the mask works some magic too ;)
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This colorful mask looks beautiful next to the others I have. It is a little heavier than I expected, but it is made to be displayed. It is worth the money. The leather on the back (used for hanging it) was off center but the weight of the mask makes it firmly stay in the position you put it in on the wall, so it was not a problem. Thanks for your hard work in making it, Abdul Karim Star!
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Exquisite! Excellent workmanship!!
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"I was accused of smuggling museum pieces [and] detainedā¦ until inspectorsā¦ went to the workshopā¦ They realized I had made the piecesā¦."
"My name is Abdul Karim Star, and I was born in the northern region of Ghana in 1966. Unfortunately, when I was four years old my parents... read more