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African Bride and Groom Masks for Wall or Table (Pair), "Love and Honor"

Wearing yellow caps, a man and a woman swear to love and honor each other in... more

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Wearing yellow caps, a man and a woman swear to love and honor each other in this pair of masks by Abdulai Osman Adam. He carves each sese wood mask by hand, giving long braids to the woman and a beard to the man. They both are adorned with a giraffe on their forehead. In his original design, Adam adorns the groom's chest with a pair of doves as a symbol of love and fidelity. In Ghana, a pair of doves is often released by a newly wedded couple as a sign of their commitment, love and fidelity to each other. "A giraffe symbolizes having great aspirations, reaching for the stars and knowing your gifts will take you on the journey of a lifetime while honoring what is important to you," explains the Ghanaian artisan.

The masks are designed to hang on the wall or to stand on a surface.

  • 1.20 kgs
  • 2.6 lbs
  • Each: 34.5 cm H x 13.5 cm W x 6.5 cm D
  • Each: 13.5" H x 5.25" W x 2.6" D

  • Sese wood
  • 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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Lynda

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05/25/2017

"These will be cherished forever by my sister"

Beautifully crafted. She really loves the colors.

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Love and Honor, African Bride and Groom Masks for Wall or Table (Pair)

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Sister
  • Occasion: anniversary

Nadine

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02/12/2024

"Baluba..."

Gift for son, he absolutely loves it as this is his first mask of many to cover his wall...I say, it is well made and beautifully crafted and would definitely buy again for myself.

Purchased Item:

Baluba Rings, African Sese Wood Mask with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Son
  • Occasion: birthday

Consuelo

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05/22/2023

"A cherished gift"

It s a beauty; all we could hope & a lovely piece to add to his collection

Best Uses

  • Add to his collection of elephant

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Gift Occasion:
  • This was a gift for: Dr Covington
  • Occasion: thank you

B. Lynne

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12/16/2022

"Perfect symbol"

For years my son and I used a single musical note as a symbol between the two of us. Finding this was such a treat. It was a perfect gift for him and designed in such a way that it was masculine enough.

Purchased Item:

Dark Note, Ebony Wood Musical Note Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Selma

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07/21/2022

"Perfecta para la decoración del salón."

Ha sido una suerte dar con una máscara idéntica a la tela de los cojines del sofá. El complemento perfecto. Buena calidad, perfectamente realizada. Estaré atenta a futuras creaciones del autor. Poco a poco, a aumentar la colección de artesanía africana.Gracias.

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Love4AfricanArt

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06/13/2022

"Simply Beautiful and Rare!!!"

The detail in this Stunning Wood Piece is Absolutely Phenomenal!!!..Thank You for such a Perect Piece to add to my collection.

Best Uses

  • Wall Hanging

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