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Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Black from Ghana, "Se Men Su Nti"

Product ID: 374341

Working with a single piece of sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this African mask, which is then treated with a black finish.... more

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Working with a single piece of sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this African mask, which is then treated with a black finish. A face with slanted eyes is depicted with a bird perched atop the head. This mask is named Se Men Su Nti, an Akan phrase that translates to "painful but not crying."

  • 0.56 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 13.75" H x 5" W x 2.4" D
  • 13.75" H x 5" W x 2.4" D

  • Sese wood
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 374341
Ransford Bediako

West Africa

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Felisha

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Jul 27, 2025

“Beautiful craftsmanship”

Beautiful craftsmanship and quality

Purchased Item Walk of Life, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Walking Stick from Ghana

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Ellen

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Jul 23, 2023

“Wonderful Piece!”

This Bediako mask is a great piece! The workmanship is excellent. I loved it as soon as I opened the package and love it even more hanging on my wall. Thank you, Ransford Bediako! I will think of you often when I see your piece in my home.

Purchased Item Colorful Nyansafo, Colorful African Wood Wall Mask Crafted in Ghana

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Dewight

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Jun 08, 2019

“Beautiful walking stick”

Beautiful walking stick; however, it needs to be an inch or two taller.

Purchased Item Man of Thought, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Walking Stick from Ghana

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“I come from a family with an artistic background. My dad is a carver, and so are my brothers."

“My name is Ransford Bediako. I was born in 1972 in Mampong, located in the Eastern Region of Ghana. My craft is hand carved wood decor. My friends... read more

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