African mask, 'Sankofa Bird'

World Menagerie Sankofa Wisdom Original African Mask Wall Décor 19.0 H x 4.7 W in black/brown/red/yellow in Black;red;gold | 19" H X 4.7" W | Wayfair

Ghana's Abdul Salami Amadu creates the original design of this large sese wood mask to showcase the Sankofa Adinkra symbol. Represented by a bird looking backwards, Sankofa encourages to retrieve from the past what one needs to go forward in life. In... ... more

Bungalow Rose Elzey Sankofa Mask Wall Décor 22.0 H x 4.7 W in black/brown/gray in Black;red;beige | 22" H X 4.7" W | Wayfair

A bird perches atop this elongated mask, and leans forward to caress the forehead with its beak. Adorned with white clay and polished brass, this mask is the artisan's own design. He names Sankofa II for the West African adinkra symbol that means... ... more

Bungalow Rose Handmade Sankofa Icon African Mask 17.25 H x 6.75 W x 3.9 D in black/brown/indigo/red in Black;red;purple | Wayfair

iSankofa/i means “going back to one's roots” in the ancient Akan language, and Victor Ayambire's newest creation will make you feel one with your culture and heritage. Working with sese wood, the Ghanaian artisan crafts a traditional mask perfect for... ... more

Sankofa Philosophy,'African Wood Wall Mask with Beaded Adinkra Symbol'

Theophilus Anum designs a mask of impressive beauty crowned with the Sankofa bird, from the Akan adinkra symbol. Shaped like a bird with its head turned towards its back, it symbolizes learning from the past. The sese wood wall mask is crafted by hand... ... more

Verdant Sankofa,'Sankofa-Themed Rustic African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Against a verdant green forehead, the traditional Adinkra symbol Sankofa decorates this African mask. Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey offers this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood. A hand-painted design and clay rub... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Sankofa Bird' - Hand Made Wood Mask

Chief carver Nana Frimpong celebrates Ashanti wisdom with the original design of this mask. Carved from sese wood it features the legendary Sankofa bird with its head resting on its back. One of the legendary Adinkra symbols which emphasizes looking to... ... more

Tall Sankofa,'Sankofa-Themed African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this mask will add a touch of African culture to your home. The long mask is hand-carved of sese wood and painted in tones of black, white, and blue. The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, meaning "go back and get... ... more

Se Men Su Nti,'Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Working with a single piece of sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Ransford Bediako hand-carves this African mask, which is then treated with a black finish. A face with slanted eyes is depicted with a bird perched atop the head. This mask is named Se Men Su... ... more

Ancestral Voices,'Set of 4 Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments Handmade in Ghana'

Ghanaian tradition can now be part of Christmas celebrations thanks to Robert Aidoo-Taylor's latest design made in precious ofram wood. After hand-carving this set of four ornaments, the artisan paints each accessory in an intense palette, honoring his... ... more

Nwomn Pa,'Aluminum-Plated African Sese Wood Mask'

Covered in silvery circles, Samuel Kofi Kumi's round mask makes an intriguing piece of home decor. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, plating the surface in textured aluminum before painting its features black with deep red... ... more

For the Dan People,'Hand Crafted African Sese Wood Mask'

Designed by Samuel Kofi Kumi in Ghana, this decorative mask honors the Dan people, of an ethnic group from the Ivory Coast and Liberia. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood before painting its features black and white with curling... ... more

Esbuna,'African Wood and Aluminum Mask in Orange from Ghana'

Framed by embossed aluminum, a red design forms the "third eye" of this African mask from Ghana. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu designs this mask, which is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood and painted orange. Embossed aluminum further accentuates the... ... more

Fritete,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Named Fritete, an Akan word that refers to olden times, this African mask is created by Ransford Bediako. He hand-carves this mask from a single piece of sese wood, depicting the face of a woman with an intricate hairdo. ... more

Ahoufe Stripes,'African Wood Mask with Red Stripes from Ghana'

Named Ahoufe, which means "beauty" in the Akan language, this African mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this mask from a single piece of sese wood, given a painted finish with red and black stripes. ... more

Okwonko,'Set of 4 Handcrafted Ofram Wood African Mask Ornaments'

Ghanaian artisan Robert Aidoo-Taylor handcrafts a set of four ornaments from ofram wood, all inspired by Africa's ancient civilizations that once filled those prosperous lands with art and knowledge. After crafting each little mask, the artisan paints... ... more

Face of Colors,'Recycled Glass Beaded African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Beaded by hand with colorful recycled glass, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He carves the mask from sese wood, which is accentuated beautifully by the glass beads. ... more

Thankful Face,'African Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

Hoping to add an element of gratitude to your home, Ghana's Rita Addo Zakour designs this African mask. She works with local artisans, who hand-carve this mask from sese wood. An accent of embossed aluminum decorates the forehead of this mask, which... ... more

Cute Person,'Colorful Striped African Wood Mask from Ghana'

Decorated with colorful striped patterns on the forehead and embossed aluminum accents on the cheeks, this African mask depicts a cute person. Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson designs this stunning visage, which she carves by hand from sese wood. ... more

Jamuike Eye,'Rustic African Wood and Aluminum Mask from Ghana'

A panel of embossed brass forms the "third" eye of this African mask from Ghana. Designed and crafted by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this mask is hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, painted brown and rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. Embossed... ... more

Abena Colors,'Colorful African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Painted with traditional African colors, this mask is designed by Theophilus Sackey. He works with Ghanaian artisans, who hand-carve this oval mask from sese wood. This mask is named Abena, a name given to girls who are born on Tuesday. ... more

African wood mini masks, 'Passport' (pair)

This complementary pair of small masks is created by Ghanaian artisan Victoria Agyepomaa. Both are hand-carved from native sese wood and accented with plates of embossed brass as well as paint in red and yellow shades. Despite their petite size the... ... more

Charming Masks,'Ceramic Mask Ornaments in Brown from Mexico (Pair)'

Decorated with carefully etched motifs, two masks are crafted by hand from ceramic. Inspired by the tradition of African masks, artisans from the Angel Ceron Artisan Association create this pair of ornaments. ... more

Protect the Forest,'African Wood Mask'

This long, narrow face could appear in the trunk of a tree, crowned by slender branches. Carved by hand from seasoned African African rubberwood, it is the expert handiwork of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. "This mask is used by the Gonja people of Northern... ... more

Banana Face,'Curved African Sese Wood Mask in Blue from Ghana'

Hand-carved from sese wood in a curved shape, this African mask is nicknamed "banana." Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey works with local artisans to create this mask, which is given a blue and black painted finish. ... more

World Menagerie Tall Sankofa African Wood Mask Wall Décor 15.0 H x 3.9 W x 2.0 D in/brown/gray/white in Black | 15" H X 3.9" W | Wayfair

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this wall décor will add a touch of African culture to your home. The long mask is hand-carved of sese wood and painted in tones of black, white, and blue. The Adinkra symbol Sankofa, meaning 'go back... ... more

Ghanaian wood mask, 'Krukudu Bird' - Unique African Wood Mask

Outlined in copper a bird poses on the forehead of this imposing African mask. An elephant crowns the figure its trunk caressing the forehead. A victorious warrior of the Ga people in Ghana's Greater Accra Region is given this piece to show that apart... ... more

Bungalow Rose Sankofa Bird Ghanaian Wood Mask 11.0 H x 3.5 W in/brown/gray/yellow in Black | 11" H X 3.5" W | Wayfair

The artisan celebrates Ashanti wisdom with the original design of this mask. Carved from sese wood, it features the legendary 'Sankofa' bird with its head resting on its back. One of the legendary 'Adinkra' symbols which emphasizes looking to the past... ... more

Bird Reincarnation,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask with Bird Motifs'

A majestic bird crowns this traditional creation handcrafted by Philip Dankwa from Ghana. Proud of his heritage, the artisan works with sese wood to create an African mask in honor of his ancestors, adding symbolic elements representing wisdom. The... ... more

Nyaakoa Bird,'Bird Motif African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

By Ghanaian artisan Godfred Yamoah, this African mask will make a striking addition to any home. Godfred hand-carves the mask of sese wood, painted blue and red with a rustic finish. The image of a bird decorates the forehead. The mask is named... ... more

Suumo Birds,'Bird-Themed African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey names this African mask Suumo, which means "love" in the Ga language. Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this mask features a red-orange color with the image of two love birds that bring their beaks... ... more

Striking Bird,'Bird-Themed African Wood Mask in Black from Ghana'

Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Ernestina Oppong Asante. A squinting face is decorated with a bird on top, given a black painted finish with a clay rub. ... more

Sankofa Silhouette,'Ghana Sese Wood Mask Hand Carved Brown'

The Akan word sankofa means "back to my roots" and is the inspiration for this design. This African mask is made from local materials by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Ansah Okoampah. Using sese wood, aluminum plate, and clay, the artist carves and crafts... ... more

Sankofa Aklowa,'African Cotton Batik Folk Art Wall Hanging'

Sunlight drenches this batik on cotton work by K. Baka. Set in Aburi, an "aklowa" (village) about 30 miles north of Accra, the painting is a personal expression of what the artist considers to be one of his sanctuaries. The pair of cottage huts and... ... more

Serie,'Beaded Wood African Mask with Bird Motif'

Though modest in size, this original mask from Awudu Saaed will not go unnoticed. The artisan carves the slightly simian-looking visage by hand from rubberwood and details it with brown, black and red paint. A beautifully-detailed bird formed from... ... more

African beaded mask, 'Akoma Bird'

Glistening beads shape an akoma on the face of this elaborate mask from Victoria Agyepomaa. Meaning heart in the Akan language the heart is surrounded by a beaded star guarded by a bird on the forehead. The sese wood mask is carved by hand and adorned... ... more

Avian Eyes,'Brown with Red and Yellow Hand Carved Wood African Bird Mask'

This hand carved sese wood mask is the head of a bird, keeping an eye on its surroundings. Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo of Ghana designs the mask with a round brown head and a long, curved beak. The wide eyes and beak are painted yellow and red, with stamped... ... more

Victory Dove,'Bird Theme Folk Art Hand Carved African Mask'

With victory comes peace, a concept embodied in this handsome African rubberwood mask. Carved by hand, the circular face is crowned by a dove that reaches down to caress the forehead with a gentle beak. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu names this original mask... ... more