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This unique mask design is the inspiration of Ghanaian artisan Daniel Quarcoo. Two eagles flank a tree on the forehead of the mask; the designs are carefully etched in the wood in a series of small dots. Crescent-shaped eyes are underscored by triangular shapes on the cheeks and a long, straight nose. The mask is hand-painted in shades of green, yellow, brown and black.

Handcrafted of sese wood, this tall African mask from Ghana is designed by K. Baka. He paints the mask with beautiful zebra stripe motifs in black and white for a striking addition to your wall, bringing the spirit of African wildlife to your home.

A trumpeting elephant races across the forehead of this regal African mask. By Rita Addo Zakour, it features elegant, handcrafted textures. The artisan presents the mask with a stand so that it can be displayed on the wall or on a table.

Showing a big toothy smile, this delightful character laughs with glee. Its joyful expression is magnified with expertly carved brow lines and laugh lines around the eyes. One side of the mask features a hand painted lush tropical motif with a graceful butterfly fluttering about. Artisan Gusti Ngurah Semarajaya of Bali handcrafts the mask from hibiscus wood, which is deeply variegated in unique patterns. The mask is signed by the artist and comes with a keruing wood stand for easy display of this cheerful mask.

Ghanaian artisan K. Baka hand-carves this African mask of sese wood in a long diamond shape. He hand-paints it with graceful giraffe motifs for a striking addition to your home decor.

"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded the jaguar as a deity that they honored at the beginning of a harvest," says Jose Canil Ramos. According to Maya cosmogony, the jaguar is represented by the Ix day of the Maya calendar. It symbolizes strength and vigor, as well as feminine and feline energies. Canil carves the mask by hand from pinewood and paints it with extraordinary artistry.

Often referred to as "the destroyer," Ah Puch is the Mayan god of death, associated with owls. The Angel Ceron Artisan Association of Mexico presents this mask, which is handcrafted from ceramic to depict the face of Ah Puch with an elegant feathered headdress and the image of an owl on top of his head. A suede cord allows this mask to be hung on any wall.

"I like making jaguar heads because they remind me of my Maya ancestors. To them the jaguars protected the fields and mountains. They regarded the jaguar as a deity that they honored at the beginning of a harvest," says Jose Canil Ramos. According to Maya cosmogony, the jaguar is represented by the Ix day of the Maya calendar. It symbolizes strength and vigor, as well as feminine and feline energies. Canil carves the sculpture by hand from pinewood and paints it with extraordinary artistry. Before finishing the piece he applies a mixture of soot and water to achieve an antique and weathered illusion.

This ceramic jaguar mask keeps an eye out from its place on the wall. Hand painted with great detail, the mask is beige with black accents. Handcrafted by Mexican artisans Juan and Lorensa, the mask has two holes in the back for easy hanging on a wall.

Faith in the dual nature of beings leads to the creation of a "good" clown in Balinese stories. Nyoman Naranata heeds the call of tradition as he carves this mask by hand. The light grain of hibiscus wood accentuates the expressive features.

Hibiscus wood exhibits colors ranging from white to light gray, dark gray or even black heartwood. This natural occurrence can rarely be replicated, making each carving exceptionally unique. Please expect slight differences in wood grain color and distribution patterns. Theme and artistic quality remain the same.

The beautiful Bawang closes her eyes in meditation as her song of hope reaches the heavens and brings her riches. One of many of Bali's legendary characters, hers is a story of moral underpinnings as her destiny surprises her. Wayan Rendah hand-carves her visage from hibiscus wood to capture Bawang's ethereal origin with the wood's bicolor grain. Eloquently detailed, the mask features a bird pecking treasures on Bawang's head. A most vivid piece accompanied by mysticism to complement a personal collection.

A humble Bawang was envied by her sister Kesuna, who though rich, was full of lust and banished Bawang to the forest. Scared, Bawang began to pray for protection, her prayer akin to a bird's trill. Soon birds began to peck on her arms and neck leaving behind gold bracelets and necklaces. When Kesuna saw her sister's fate, she ran into the forest to seek protection, however instead of jewelry, she met only snakes and scorpions.

Hibiscus wood exhibits colors ranging from white to light gray, dark gray or even black heartwood. This natural occurrence can rarely be replicated, making each carving exceptionally unique. Please expect slight differences in wood grain color and distribution patterns. Theme and artistic quality remain the same.