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Handmade Wood Mask from Africa, "Hausa Spiritual Protector"

Product ID: 179926

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He names it Sahafi, a Hausa word meaning "spiritual protection."... more

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A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He names it Sahafi, a Hausa word meaning "spiritual protection." Strong African rubberwood contours are carved and painted by hand, while applications of white clay give the piece a vintage appearance. "The mask is used by the Hausa people of Mali," Mohamadu explains. "It is used when their crops bear fruit. It is believed that the mask drives away birds that come to destroy their crops."

  • 0.43 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • 20" H x 6.25" W x 2.4" D
  • 20" H x 6.25" W x 2.4" D

  • African rubberwood and copper
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 179926
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks

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Bert

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May 04, 2025

“Fabulous artwork”

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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Kim

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Mar 06, 2025

“Conversational piece due to its meaning.”

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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Arrita

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Jun 11, 2024

“Very detailed”

Nicely made solid, and the color is stunning and distinct.

Purchased Item Harvest Joy, Nigerian Wood Mask

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Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Abdul has four children of his own and and cares for an additional four. All eight children live with him and he treats them all as his own.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Abdul has a dream of establishing an art academy for carving and sharing the African culture that is so closely tied to wood carving. So far, he has trained over 30 people but hopes that number can grow to be in the hundreds with an academy.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Since he started working with NOVICA, he has been able to grow his business. Through NOVICA and his determination, every day he gets a little closer to his goal of empowering and training others in carving.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to pay for improvements to his workshop.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Abdul financially supports the education of his own four children and the four other children that live with him.

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Abdul Aziz Mohamadu Hand-carved African masks

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"In 2000, I went into carving and since then I have never regretted it. But I haven't abandoned painting completely either."

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