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Ghanaian Artisan Carved Sese Wood Glebo Tribal Mask, "Glebo Rite"

Hand carved from sese wood, this mask from Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Austin... more

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Hand carved from sese wood, this mask from Ghanaian artisan Emmanuel Austin Ankude features dots on the closed eyelids, a protruding nose, and pointed ears. Emmanuel was influenced in his design by the masks belonging to a subgroup of the West African Kru people called the Glebo; they wear these masks during ceremonies when they meditate with spirits.

  • 1.51 kgs
  • 3.3 lbs
  • 34 cm H x 20 cm W x 18 cm D
  • 13.5" H x 7.75" W x 7" D

  • Sese wood
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Features a rustic, rugged finish
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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11/08/2020

"Beautiful work of art"

Masterpiece

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Debra

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01/19/2020

"Songa Man African Mask"

Gorgeous mask...Beautiful!! I decided to display my mask on the coffee table but can also be hung on the wall as well.

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Richard

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06/20/2019

"Stunning Mask created by Emmanuel"

I am so pleased with the African Baga mask carved so expertly by artisan Emmanuel Austin Ankude!????

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John

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10/25/2018

"Striking handsome statue"

Very masculine piece, beautifully finished. Its posture conveys an impression of strength, prowess and resilience, which I expect would have been the tribal intent of these sort of pieces. Will be treasured, thanks

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