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Delivery EstimateFrom Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso comes this extraordinary mask, elegantly adorned with embossed brass plates. An expressive replica of Akan origin, this mask is found in homes as a reminder to take one's time and be patient in life, towo boa se in the Akan dialect.
- 0.39 kgs
- 0.9 lbs
- 27 cm H x 11.5 cm W x 6 cm D
- 10.75" H x 4.5" W x 2.4" D
- Sese wood and brass
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Madam Adwoa and Onyame Akwan Dooso has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $2000 and the most recent for $250. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of wood, polish, sandpaper and wood stain for production.
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Write a reviewWhile helping her mother, Madam Adwoa began to offer a small number of woodcarvings, which to her surprise sold very well in the market. This inspired to pursue woodcarving as a career.
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