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Geometric motifs adorn tall horns on this dramatic mask. Meticulously carved by Salihu Ibrahim, it comes from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso. Ibrahim paints the mask by hand and rubs it with white clay, while river stones become the shining eyes. Such masks are thought to bring good fortune and are used to celebrate a bountiful harvest.
- 0.77 kgs
- 1.7 lbs
- 69 cm H x 18 cm W x 10 cm D
- 27" H x 7" W x 3.9" D
- Sese wood
- Made in Ghana.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
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Steven
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05/12/2021
"Looks great"
Love this artist
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Tatyana
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06/21/2016
"my favorite"
centre of my collection
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- anywhere
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Joseph
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07/07/2021
"My Favorite"
This is hands down my favorite item ordered so far from Novica. It adds such intrigue and whimsy to my office wall and I truly appreciate this artist. I cherish this item.
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Edwin
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05/10/2018
"Poorly Made and Not as Expected"
Novice describes the mask as having river stones become the shining eyes and painted by hand and rubbed with white clay. What arrived doesnt look like the same item. It has scratched out eyes where the so called river stones were supposed to be and instead of white clay the mask was painted white. I was so happy with the masks purchased from the same artist years ago - but the quality has become poor. You might as well go to Pier One or World Market..
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Joowon
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04/25/2024
"Beutiful item"
As expected
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David
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07/15/2023
"Excellent work!"
This mask is a wonderful addition to my collection! I m hanging it proudly in my dining room, next to one of my other favorite masks! Excellent craftsmanship! Thank you, Salihu, for this wonderful creation!
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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.
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