Name: Wood accent table, Sankofa Duo
SKU: 299494

Yayra Hand Carved African Wood Mask with Flamingo Birds

Rita Addo Zakour

(273)

Flamingos adorn the forehead of this impressive mask designed by Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour. The sese wood hand-carved mask is ornately adorned with painted details and embossed aluminum. Zakour calls this mask "Yayra," meaning "Blessings" in the Ewe dialect of Ghana.

$69.99 Wholesale

$69.99
Horned Bird Spirit Hand Carved Sese Wood Horned Beak Bird West African Mask

Kwasi George

(4)

Artisan Kwasi George from West Africa crafts this mask from sese wood to represent the formidable aspects of a sharp-eyed bird. The striking design blends avian and human features to create an eerie and beautiful piece that will draw the attention of everyone in the room. The mask is hand-carved, with a bird's beak, two eyes, the abstract representation of human hair and face paint, and two long horns that have been engraved with a spiral pattern.

$124.99 Wholesale

$124.99
Two Birds Bird-Themed African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana

Winfred Ansah Okoampah

(6)

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. The mask features two birds perched atop the head, and embossed aluminum with bird patterns decorates the face.

$124.99 Wholesale

$124.99
Watchful Owl Wooden Upright Owl Sculpture Hand Carved in Ghana

Emmanuel Opoku Asante

(29)

In this original design by Ghanaian artist Emmanuel Opoku Asante, sese wood takes on the quality of a feathered breast and wings. The hand-carved owl sculpture is shaped by the artist from a block of wood, sanded, and finished with touches of paint to accent the bird's feathers, eyes, and beak.

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99
Sankofa Duo Hand-Carved Cedarwood Adinkra Accent Table from Ghana

Raphat Asigbey

(18)

The Adinkra symbol sankofa, meaning "go back and get it," is hand-carved of cedarwood into the two legs of this Ghanaian accent table. Raphat Asigbey designs the table, diligently realizing the birds with great detail. He etches a sun design into the table's round surface, painting the entire piece by hand for an exciting addition to your home.

$294.99 Wholesale

$294.99
Suumo Birds Bird-Themed African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana

Rapheal L. Commey

(6)

Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey names this African mask Suumo, which means "love" in the Ga language. Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this mask features a red-orange color with the image of two love birds that bring their beaks together to hold a small brass accent. Patterns decorate the eyes, cheeks and chin of this mask, which is rubbed with clay for a rustic finish.

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99
Kalaho Bird of Peace Peace Symbol Hand Carved African Bird Sculpture

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

The artist explains that the Kalaho bird is a symbol of peace, and is much respected by the Senufo peoples from northern Cote d'Ivoire. He explains that in his culture the graceful kalaho bird is rarely seen; that they are shy birds, avoiding humans and conflict. And that seeing one is a good omen.Salihu Ibrahim carves the kalaho from sese wood, adding details in cream to the beautiful sculpture.

$114.99 Wholesale

$114.99
Shower of Blessings African Wood Mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(133)

Birds pose on the forehead of this dramatic mask by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Carved and painted by hand, it is embellished with applications of brass and aluminum repoussé, while bright beads adorn the cheeks. "The masks are seen in the area of Nandom in the Upper West Region of Ghana," the artisan explains. "The birds represent strange birds that come to destroy their crops, however the people make sacrifices to prevent this from happening. So I named the mask Godrya, a Hausa word which means 'Shower of Blessings.'"

$80.49 Wholesale

~~$114.99~~ $80.49
Four Flamingos Handcrafted African Green Flamingo Sese Wood Folding Table

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(133)

This awesome, rustic table is hand built from sese wood, and decorated with embossed aluminum and a hand-painted design. With the four green birds and hand-carved details, the design by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu reveals a fantastic new form of flamingo in an unexpected color! This delightful table is as practical as it is interesting, as it folds for easy storage when not in use.

$169.99 Wholesale

$169.99
Togetherness Handcrafted Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

To the Yaure people of Cote d'Ivoire this mask symbolizes togetherness. Carved of sese wood, a face of solemn features is crowned with the image of two birds face-to-face. Salihu Ibrahim crafts this replica by hand, and as the birds' beaks come into contact their bodies outline a heart.

$129.99 Wholesale

$129.99
Sankofa Silhouette Ghana Sese Wood Mask Hand Carved Brown

Winfred Ansah Okoampah

(6)

The Akan word sankofa means "back to my roots" and is the inspiration for this design. This African mask is made from local materials by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Ansah Okoampah. Using sese wood, aluminum plate, and clay, the artist carves and crafts this beautiful piece. This design features the legendary adrinka symbol depicting two symmetrical birds. The artist completes the mask with intricate detailing and patterning, making this the perfect piece to display on the wall.

$199.99 Wholesale

$199.99
Gallant Bird Traditional Bird African Wood Mask in Brown and Black Tones

Akoma of West Africa

(5)

African mythology relates birds to fertility and prosperity. Drawing inspiration from this ancient symbolism, Ghanaian artisans hand-carve a traditional African mask in brown and black tones. The top features a bird carving, adding a special meaning to the item.

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
Bird at Rest, Red Black Off-White Mother and Baby Bird Wood Sculpture

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

$99.99 Wholesale

$99.99
Kumbu I, African Wood Wall Art with Embossed Aluminum & Brass Accents

Ali Ibrahim

(5)

$174.99 Wholesale

$174.99
Desert Bird, Artisan Crafted Necklace Ghana Beaded Jewelry

Length: 20"

Elizabeth Alorchie-Apetor

(25)

$49.99 Wholesale

$49.99
Wake-Up Call For Peace, Hand-Carved Ebony Wood Peace-Themed Sculpture

George Obeng

(43)

$2679.99 Wholesale

$2679.99
Hausa Spiritual Protector, Handmade Wood Mask from Africa

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(133)

$79.99 Wholesale

$79.99
Fisherman's Luck, Hand Carved Wood Wall Mask

Sefah Mohammed

(15)

$94.99 Wholesale

$94.99
Senufo Kalaho Bird, Artisan Hand Carved African Bird Sculpture

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

$114.99 Wholesale

$114.99
Dove, Hand Carved African Wood Sculpture of Dove from Ghana

Kwasi George

(4)

$89.99 Wholesale

$89.99
Bird Realm, Bird-Themed Painted Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Art

Winnie Mandela Koranteng

$109.99 Wholesale

$109.99

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Wood sculpture, 'Bird at Rest'

Joseph

May 15, 2021

Fantastic skill and care into the piece

This looks EXACTLY like the photos, I love it ! I want to thank the artisan for the skill and care clearly put into the piece. Its gonna sit on my desk and I will love it forever :)

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African wood mask, 'Yayra'

Dec 13, 2022

So beautiful

I am so pleased with the mask and pleasantly surprised at all the colours I couldn't see in the pictures here. Rita's workmanship is exceptional and I am so happy to have two of her pieces. You will not be disappointed. (Yayra on the left, Fafa on the right)

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Wood accent table, 'Sankofa Duo'

Ronald

Dec 10, 2020

Attention Getter

The table is simply a beautiful object d’art that is functional. I put a round glass top on it and it gets loads of compliments. It fits the decor of my sunroom perfectly.

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