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African Wood Wall Mask with Brass and Beading, "Kande"

Name: African Wood Wall Mask with Brass and Beading, 'Kande'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 381121
Price: 74.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.97 (38 reviews)

Product ID: 381121

by Saeed Musah (38)

This marvelous heart-shaped mask is the creation of Ghanaian artisan Saeed Musah. He carves the mask by hand from sese wood, adding inlaid brass... more

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This marvelous heart-shaped mask is the creation of Ghanaian artisan Saeed Musah. He carves the mask by hand from sese wood, adding inlaid brass accents and recycled glass beads. He names the design Kande, a Hausa word meaning "only females among males".

0.78 kgs
1.7 lbs

11" H x 9" W x 3.1" D
11" H x 9" W x 3.1" D

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Sese wood, brass, recycled glass beads
Intended as wall decor
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 381121

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Saeed Musah

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks

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Barbara

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Nov 23, 2023

“An excellent art piece!”

We bought this for a wedding gift for a young couple and they absolutely loved it.

Purchased Item Gorshie, West African Hand Carved Wood Wall Mask from Ghana

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Larissa

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Jan 02, 2023

“Beautiful multi-media mask”

Id had my eye on this mask for awhile before I finally decided to get it, and Im so glad I did! I love the different materials and colours Saeed chose in crafting it. Very attractive; looks just like the photo.

Purchased Item Mundao, Artisan Crafted Wood Beaded Wall Mask from West Africa

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David

From New Orleans, Louisiana

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Dec 11, 2022

“Majestic beauty”

A friend asked me to pick a favorite from my collection which is impossible when I have artwork like this one!

Purchased Item Barowa, Hand Crafted West African Colorful Wood Wall Mask from Ghana

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Preserving Traditions

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

Microcredit Financing

Saeed Musah has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $1100.

Job Creator

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

Profound Impact

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

Moving On Up

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

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Meet the Artist

Saeed Musah Hand-carved African masks

(38)

"I use brass, aluminum, wood and recycled glass beads in my work. My hope is to work hard and expand my workshop to train more people in my community."

"I was born in Accra. My friends describe me as a hardworking, honest and creative person. I craft African masks and wood carvings. "During... read more