Original African Mask Crafted by Hand, "Maame Ama"
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Kobina Asmah honors African mothers with the original design of this attractive mask. In the Akan language, Ama is the name usually given to a woman born on a Saturday, and Maame means "mother." Asmah carves the sese wood mask by hand and adorns it with colorful glass beads and embossed aluminum on the forehead.
- 0.48 kgs
- 1.1 lbs
- 46 cm H x 12.5 cm W x 7 cm D
- 18" H x 4.9" W x 2.8" D
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Kathie
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10/24/2020
"So happy with this mask"
I love the dimensions of this mask. Substantial but not overpowering. The bead colors are not quite as bright as pictured but really close. The metal work is superb. Overall gorgeous.I was particularly impressed by the packaging. Coming from Africa, the mask was first wrapped in Kraft wrapping paper, taped at each end, then a second same type wrapping. It was placed in a strong cardboard box that was just the size of the wrapped mask and didnt allow for movement inside. Definite pride by the craftsperson.
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Maame Ama, Original African Mask Crafted by Hand
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Shannon
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03/12/2024
"Fun mask with a lot of personality"
Wonderful mask, the beading detail is fantastic!
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African Articification Gallery
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09/16/2022
"Oba Wooden Sculpture Coloring/Quality Off"
This sculpture of the Benin Oba is rare, but the item I received did not have the richness of the picture. Also the sculptures coloring on the neck had bed a-lot when the item arrived. This was going to be a culmination moment of my current collection..
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Anthony
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07/07/2022
"Love it"
The place so beautiful and the colors are awesomeI get compliments all the time
Best Uses
- Hot and cold drinks
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God is Supreme, African Beaded Wood Decorative Plate and Stand
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Margaret
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04/10/2022
"Happy in my home!"
Took ages to come but is utterly beautiful. I have to thank the artisan from the bottom of my heart for such a treasure. My beautiful Sankofa
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Wanda
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03/04/2022
"Became My Family Tradition"
Knowing that prayer is a very important part of my life, it was an easy decision to purchase this wall sculpture for each of my grandsons. God has blessed me with four grandsons and Im forever thankful.
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Gift Occasion:
- This was a gift for: Grandson
- Occasion: 'just because'
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