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Handcrafted African Knowledge Mask, "Nimdie"

Product ID: 210894

by Ali Mohammed (99)
Meaning "Knowledge" in Akan, the "Nimdie" is an original mask designed by Ali Mohammed. "I want to emphasize the importance of acquiring knowledge and... more

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Meaning "Knowledge" in Akan, the "Nimdie" is an original mask designed by Ali Mohammed. "I want to emphasize the importance of acquiring knowledge and the need to educate our children," says the Ghanaian artist. He carves the sese wood mask by hand and paints it blue with red eye brows, nose and lips, and black hair.

  • 0.54 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 50 cm H x 18 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 19.75" H x 7" W x 3.1" 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 Ghana
  • Product ID: 210894

Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Enabling Education

Ali financially supports the education of two of his own children and two others in primary school.

Microcredit Financing

Ali Mohammed has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $2000.

Moving On Up

Starting off with very humble earnings, Ali has worked hard to grow his workshop and better his livelihood and that of his family.

Caring for Children

Ali currently supports four children who are all under the age of ten.

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