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Hand Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum African Mask from Ghana, "Akan Adornment"

Inspired by the mask styles of the West African Akan people, Henry Acquah hand... more

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Inspired by the mask styles of the West African Akan people, Henry Acquah hand carves this mask from local sese wood and paints it in natural earthen colors. Acquah then embellishes the mask with added aluminum plating on the face, as well as carved motifs along the headdress.

  • 0.84 kgs
  • 1.9 lbs
  • 51.5 cm H x 14.5 cm W x 9.5 cm D
  • 20.25" H x 5.75" W x 3.7" D

  • Sese wood, aluminum plate
  • Intended as wall decor
  • 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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