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Bwa Tribe Wall Mask, "Butterfly Dancer"

Name: Bwa Tribe Wall Mask, 'Butterfly Dancer'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 170562
Price: 104.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (131 reviews)

Product ID: 170562

by Salihu Ibrahim (131)

Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft wings, the mask represents a nature spirit... more

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Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly. Gliding on soft wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. The zigzag motif signifies the ancestral path which every Bwa must follow in order to master life. Salihu Ibrahim carves the elegant image from African sese wood.

0.52 kgs
1.1 lbs

16 cm H x 55 cm W x 8 cm D
6.25" H x 21.75" W x 3.2" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Features a rustic, rugged finish
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 170562

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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131

Katie

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Jan 22, 2021

“A new favorite”

My husband really likes this new acquisition to his collection. We think it would be better to call the piece the Owl mask because it looks more like an owl than a butterfly but it is a good representation of a womens mask.

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Purchased Item Butterfly Dancer, Bwa Tribe Wall Mask

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Ann

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Jul 30, 2018

“Its like a beautiful piece of history!”

This is a wonderful, interesting wall sculpture filled with symbolic meaning and intrigue. The craftsmanship is extraordinary. I love this piece!

Purchased Item Butterfly Dancer, Bwa Tribe Wall Mask

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Dominique

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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.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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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

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

Job Creator

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

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Meet the Artist

Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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