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Multicolored African Wood Mask from Ghana, "Colorful Gidigidi"

Name: Multicolored African Wood Mask from Ghana, 'Colorful Gidigidi'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 339813
Price: 69.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.59 (27 reviews)

Product ID: 339813

by K. Baka (27)

Handcrafted of sese wood and painted with colorful designs and dot motifs, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan K. Baka. He creates a face... more

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Handcrafted of sese wood and painted with colorful designs and dot motifs, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan K. Baka. He creates a face with arms, legs, and a head protruding from it, as if the face were a body. The mask is named Gidigidi, meaning "troublesome" in the Ga language.

0.47 kgs
1.0 lbs

12.25" H x 6.5" W x 3" D
12.25" H x 6.5" W x 3" D

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US/Imperial

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: 339813

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K. Baka

West Africa

Paintings and batik art

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Patricia

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Feb 01, 2024

“Extremely incorrect measurementss”

Description listed 20 by 68, but i was sent 7 x 58. Very, very disappointed.

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Patricia

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Feb 01, 2024

“Measurements accurate”

A bit overpriced.

Purchased Item Golden Gye Nyame, Signed Ghanaian Batik Adinkra Scarf in Brown and Gold

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Janet

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Dec 28, 2022

“Batik wall hanging”

Another piece I just love in my living room. The colors are vibrant and it is large enough to make a statement. Catches everyones eye when they enter the room.

Wall hanging

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Microcredit Financing

K. Baka has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $500. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of dyes and cotton fabric for continued production.

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.

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

K. Baka Paintings and batik art

(27)

For my paintings, many a time I see them in dreams and visions before I actually paint them. So in the morning I organize my materials and start painting.

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