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Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

Africa Hand-carved wood masks & sculptures

About this Item

The Kponyugo mask, sometimes known as the "firespitter" mask, is an important ceremonial mask for the Senufo people of Mali, the Ivory Coast and Burkina Faso. Its fierce appearance is intended to elicit uncertainty and apprehension, and it is commonly used during funeral rituals to scare away malevolent spirits. Salihu Ibrahim replicates the mask with extraordinary attention to detail. Featuring horns, pointy tusks, sharp-looking teeth, and a raffia mane, the visage is fearsome.

Dimensions

  • 1.60 kgs
  • 3.5 lbs
  • 77 cm H x 24 cm W x 24 cm D
  • 30.5" H x 9.5" W x 9.5" D

Key Features

  • Sese wood, brass
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended as wall decor
  • CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 73544
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132

Anthony

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Jan 25, 2017

Great piece!”

A fantastic addition to our home. A really great piece of handcrafted art.

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Niomi

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Jan 02, 2020

Social Piece”

Huge mask! Compliments my home very well.

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jim pawlak

From west bend

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Dec 20, 2016

African Mask review”

It is beautiful piece of art work. It will fit right in with my collection of African art. Is there a way I can contact the artist? Id like to send him pictures of my collection. It might give him some ideas for future carvings.

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Susan

From Chicago, Illinois, USA

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Mar 24, 2026

Exceptional piece of art”

This is a stunning mask, piece of art. So well made. It was beautifully packaged too. I am so happy with this purchase.

Stunning exceptional Artwork,

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WillieMae

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May 17, 2025

TIGARI PSYCHIC”

IT TOOK ME WEEKS TO PLAN, AS IT RESIDES IN MY APARTMENT, CURRENTLY! AS IM SURE, THAT THE OWNER OF THIS STATUE AND ALL HIS STATUES ARE BLESSED WITH THE SPIRIT OF INVESTING INTO HIS PRODUCTS! AND OTHERS WILL PURCHASE THEIR OWN.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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WillieMae

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May 17, 2025

SPIRIT OF DARKNESS”

UNFORTUNATELY I DIDNT CHOSE THE EXPRESS ROUTE, HOWEVER THE PIECE IS AMAZING AND LEAVES YOU IN AWH! I FELT LIKE I CHILD IN A CANDY STORE, STILL DO! AS MORE PURCHASES ARE NEEDED!

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Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Job Creator

Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

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