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Handcrafted Wood Mask, "Bwa Celebration"

Product ID: 170561

"This mask is used by females of the Bwa tribe during the harvesting of grains," says master wood carver Salihu Ibrahim. Target-like circles... more

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"This mask is used by females of the Bwa tribe during the harvesting of grains," says master wood carver Salihu Ibrahim. Target-like circles on the wings identify this ethereal creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso.

  • 0.31 kgs
  • 0.7 lbs
  • 14 cm H x 48 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 5.5" H x 19" W x 3.2" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 170561
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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James

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Oct 17, 2020

Nice piece.”

This piece looks great on my wall. The color and look of the mask fits my home nicely.

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Katja

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Feb 14, 2018

Beautiful mask”

Great craftsmanship, attention to detail, well done, thank you!

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TENLEY

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Sep 28, 2017

BE A CELEBRATION MASK”

This is over the doorway of what I call my African room . i I like that is so subtle looking .It has a calming effect about irt.

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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.

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

Good quality”

Excellent work!

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 25, 2024

Beutiful item”

As expected

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

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

Preserving Traditions

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

Job Creator

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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

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Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

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