This imposing mask depicts a blazing fire on the forehead. Carved by hand from African African rubberwood, it is representative of the people of Dormaa Ahenkro in the Brong Ahafo region of Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu names the mask Ogya, an Akan word meaning "Fire." It is used by women during the Kwafie festival, a purification rite. "It is believed that the Dormaas brought fire to Ghana and this legend is symbolically represented in a bonfire set during the Kwafie festival," the artisan explains. The white accents are achieved with applications of clay.
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Abdul is such a talented craftsman and artist, as well. I have had this beautiful box sitting on my coffee table for quite some time now. My apologies to Abdul for the overdue review. Thanks again, Abdul!
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The mask lacks vibrance. The colors are dull. Very Primitive in nature. The red doesnt appear as vivid as the photo. The size is nice. I recognize that one cant duplicate a mask over and over exactly due to it being handmade.
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Nicely made solid, and the color is stunning and distinct.
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