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African Sese Wood Mask with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana, "Baluba Rings"

Carved by hand of sese wood in the traditional style of Baluba tribe masks, this... more

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Carved by hand of sese wood in the traditional style of Baluba tribe masks, this African mask makes a striking addition to any home. The Baluba people of Africa, known for their farming lifestyle, are native to Zambia and Zaire. Ghanaian artisan Abdulai Osman Adam crafts the mask to feature alternating rings of black and white, with a rustic finish and a prominent nose bridge that extends up and down the face.

  • 0.42 kgs
  • 0.9 lbs
  • 22 cm H x 20 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 8.75" H x 7.75" W x 3.1" D

  • Sese wood
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Features a distressed finish
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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