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Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Brown from Ghana, "Tall Bird Head"

Name: Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Brown from Ghana, 'Tall Bird Head'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 373092
Price: 143.99 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.91 (33 reviews)

Product ID: 373092

by Ernestina Oppong Asante (33)

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this African mask is created by Ernestina Oppong Asante in Ghana. This mask depicts a tall face in brown... more

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Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this African mask is created by Ernestina Oppong Asante in Ghana. This mask depicts a tall face in brown and black, rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. At the top, a hand-carved bird decorates this mask.

1.36 kgs
3.0 lbs

22" H x 8.25" W x 3.9" D
22" H x 8.25" W x 3.9" D

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Sese wood
Features a rustic, rugged finish
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 373092

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Ernestina Oppong Asante

West Africa

African drums and wood carvings

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Toni

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Aug 17, 2022

“Wall Decor”

I love this picture. It looks beautiful in my frame.

Wall decor

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Rich from Delaware

From Delaware, USA

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Jul 27, 2022

“Beautiful Art”

Carefully executed. Brilliant colors. A great gift

Purchased Item Gye Nyame, Gye Nyame Adinkra Symbol African Threadwork Art

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Linda

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Jul 07, 2022

“Ghana Musician”

Beautiful unique piece. Very happy w/it

Purchased Item Guitar Player, Handcrafted African Threadwork Art with Music Theme

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Enabling Education

Ernestina supports and provides for her grandchildren's education.

Microcredit Financing

Ernestina Oppong Asante has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1600 and the most recent for $800. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood and paints, as well as leather for the drums.

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Empowering Women

The Women's Empowerment badge is awarded to female artisans or artisan groups that are led by women.

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Meet the Artist

Ernestina Oppong Asante African drums and wood carvings

(33)

"Though carving has long been regarded as the preserve of men, I'm glad that I have been able not only to infiltrate but to also make an impact on the trade."

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