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Elephant Trunk Handcrafted African Wood Elephant Mask from Ghana

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

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Hand-carved of sese wood, this wall mask from Ghana depicts the face of an African elephant for a piece of wall decor that brings the spirit of the wild to any home. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu explores the African tradition of mask making, painting the elephant with geometric designs.

$99 Wholesale

$99
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Strength of the Elephant Ivoirian Elephant African Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

With wide ears alert, an elephant rises tall above this mask by Salihu Ibrahim. The long, strong trunk reaches downward to explore this proud personage. Salihu Ibrahim finds an exquisite balance in the wide shoulders and elongated earrings, demonstrating his refined aesthetic. Hand-carved of African sese wood, the mask comes from the Guro tribe from Cote d'Ivoire; the elephant symbolizes strength.

$149 Wholesale

$149
Elephant's Effort Wood Elephant Mask from West Africa

Emmanuel Nyadedzor

(60)

With attentive ears, curious eyes and a strong trunk, this young elephant is ready to take on any challenge. Daniel Nyadedzor carves a handsome gift mask from Ghana's Ewe people, named Atiglinyi (Elephant). Such masks are given to someone who has been able to achieve a huge and difficult assignment successfully.

$104 Wholesale

$104
Elephant Glory Handcrafted Sese Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask from Ghana

Joseph Boateng

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Joseph Boateng designs and handcrafts this unique African mask. Resembling an elephant, the it is carved from sese wood with enbossed aluminum plates highlighting the face. "Elephants are a sign of good luck but, when trunks curl inward, it's not a good sign," the Ghanaian artisan explains. "That's why I show it curling upward to receive that good luck."

$79 Wholesale

$79
The Elephant is my Friend Elephant Themed Wood and Brass Repousse Mask

Awudu Saaed

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This attractive mask is the original design of Awudu Saaed from Ghana. Hand carved from rubberwood and given a dark brown finish, the mask is then accented with embossed brass plates that evoke tribal scarification. The head of an elephant looms above, his trunk extending to the bridge of the nose.

$104 Wholesale

$104
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Guro Elephant I Original West African Decorative Wooden Elephant Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

The Guro peoples of Cote d'Ivoire revere 5 animals above all others, and one of them is the mighty elephant. The Guro believe that animals represent links between the human world and the spirit world. Salihu Ibrahim of Ghana faithfully represents a Guro-style elephant mask, carved of sese wood with fierce tusks and a long curving trunk.

$199 Wholesale

$199
Royal Blue Elephant Blue African Sese Wood Elephant Mask from Ghana

Emmanuel Opoku Asante

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In a royal blue color, a striking elephant is hand-carved of sese wood in this African mask by Emmanuel Opoku Asante. The Ghanaian artisan paints this elephant in a striking blue color, its forehead and trunk decorated with brass and aluminum accents. The elephant's tusks are creatively carved to form a circular shape.

$119 Wholesale

$119
Guro Elephant II Hand Carved Guro Elephant Mask Made in West Africa

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

The Guro peoples of Cote d'Ivoire revere 5 animals above all others, and one of them is the mighty elephant. The Guro believe that animals represent links between the human world and the spirit world. Salihu Ibrahim of Ghana faithfully represents a Guro-style elephant mask, carved of sese wood with fierce tusks and a long curving trunk.

$219 Wholesale

$219
Gentle Person Ivoirian African Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

Anthropomorphic features transform the face of a young man, expertly carved by Salihu Ibrahim. Representing the Baule people of Côte d'Ivoire, the personage boasts the curving horns of a ram and a beard like an elephant's trunk. A birdlike creature with breasts perches atop the head. Such masks are used at the funeral rites of women who die during the harvest season. Sheep symbolize gentleness.

$157 Wholesale

$157
Krukudu Bird Unique African Wood Mask

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo

(31)

Outlined in copper, a bird poses on the forehead of this imposing African mask. An elephant crowns the figure, its trunk caressing the forehead. "A victorious warrior of the Ga people in Ghana's Greater Accra Region is given this piece to show that, apart from his bravery, he is humble," says Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of her sese wood design. "Being brave is just not enough. You have to be dedicated and humble in life."

$94 Wholesale

$94