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African Wood Mask, "Baule Plea for Rain"

Red as blood and just as vital, a teardrop represents life-giving rain. This... more

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Red as blood and just as vital, a teardrop represents life-giving rain. This handsome mask by Godfred France performs an essential role among the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. "It is used when they are planting their crops to ask the gods for more rain. This is needed for the harvest," the artisan explains. Carved by hand from seasoned African sese wood, the mask is decorated with ornate aluminum repoussé.

  • 0.66 kgs
  • 1.5 lbs
  • 51 cm H x 11 cm W x 5 cm D
  • 20" H x 4.3" W x 2" D

  • Sese wood and aluminum
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Ships fast from USA.
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Godfred supports himself and five others in his family. Since the majority of his family's income comes from NOVICA, each order helps improve their livelihoods.

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Godfred France has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $450 and the most recent for $900. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, metal plates and sandpaper for production.

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With his sales from NOVICA, Godfred is able to support the education of his three children as well as the daughters of his deceased sisters.

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This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

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Godfred hires assistants during periods of high demand.

 
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