Handcrafted Sese Wood 'Wisdom Is the Key' African Mask (Ghana)

Elephant Vibrations,'Handcrafted Sese Wood African Elephant Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of locally-acquired sese wood, this African mask from Ghana features an oblong shape with a patterned design. Theophilus Sackey diligently decorates the mask's forehead with the image of an elephant. The majestic creature is realized... ... more

Handcrafted Sese Wood 'African Camel' Sculpture (Ghana)

Carved from sese wood, this sculpture of an African camel is a symbol of virtue. Daniel Asante carves the sculpture and paints it by hand adding that, 'The strength of the camel is an inspiration' ... more

Handmade Sese Wood African Elephant Spirit II Mask (Ghana) - Multi-color

Shaped like an elongated almond, this violet and black mask is elegant and beautiful. Ghana's Theophilus Sackey carves the mask from sese wood, paints it by hand and leaves carved-out details in a cream hue. ... more

Dakota Fields Aburi Wisdom African Wood & Metal Mask Figurine in Brown/Gray | 17.5 H x 8 W x 3.7 D in | Wayfair D98694F7024A402A8D199E46A2048527

Ghana's Ibrahim Seyeed crafts an original mask that is rich with personality. Carved by hand from native wood, the mask depicts a man pulling on his beard, as if deep in thought. Adorning the visage are plates of embossed aluminum and brass, as well as... ... more

World Menagerie Tilly-Mae Hand-Carved Brilliant Mind Ewe Sese Wood Mask Wall Decor in Brown | 9.8 H x 5 W in | Wayfair 103118

Hand-carved by Tilly-Mae, narrow eyes are far seeing, and the countenance is serious. Its smooth, wide forehead boasts plates of embossed brass, and subtle color distinguishes this beautiful mask. Named Tagbagya (flat headed) in Ghana's Ewe language,... ... more

African Mother,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng designs and handcrafts this beautiful sculpture out of sese wood. Engraved aluminum plates and colorful recycled glass beads decorate the sculpture, which depicts a pregnant mother. ... more

Feline of My Land,'Handcrafted Cat Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Cats are often related to sacred deities and magical spirits. Drawing inspiration from this mystical creature, Ghana's Raphat Asigbey handcrafts a stunning sese wood mask featuring a gorgeous cat in a dark tone, making an alluring wall decoration. ... more

Elegant Horns,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana'

Hand-carved of Ghanaian sese wood, this African mask features an enigmatic face with two elegant horns that climb towards the sky. Rita Addo Zakour designs the mask, featuring a two-tone color scheme in black and beige with red accents that are painted... ... more

Watchful Wild Cat,'Artisan Carved Sese Wood Wild Cat Mask from Ghana'

Specializing in woodworking since learning the craft at a young age, artisan Philip Dankwa carves this sese wood mask by hand utilizing techniques inherited from master mask-makers in his eastern region of Ghana. Depicting a bold, focused wild cat,... ... more

Yayravi,'Handcrafted African Sese Wood Mask in Yellow and Black Hues'

Yayravi means blessed child" in the ancient Ewe language, making the word the perfect title for Victor Dushie's newest creation. The Ghanaian artisan uses sese wood, ceramic and aluminum plates to create a traditional African mask featuring a unique... ... more

Ga Wisdom,'Handmade Sese Wood and Brass-Plated Mask'

Designed by Malik Jabir Dodoo, this sleek mask honors the wisdom of the Ga people of southeast Ghana. The artisan hand carves the round mask from local sese wood before sanding the surface smooth and plating its features with shimmering brass. ... more

Lion of Ghana,'Sese Wood Lion Motif Wall Mask Hand Carved in Ghana'

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this charming mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the attractive design, before painting and polishing the mask. A gorgeous dark teal... ... more

Beauty and Love,'Handcrafted Cedar Wood African Mask on Stand from Ghana'

The narrow face of this charming African mask is hand-carved from cedar wood and accented with embossed aluminum. Inspired by themes of beauty and love, Ghana's Raphat Asigbey designs the mask. He paints it yellow and black, accenting the top of the... ... more

Zebra Visage,'Striped African Sese Wood Mask with Stand'

This sublime African sese wood mask is hand-carved by Ghana's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. The item features a striped hand-painted pattern of black, white and red tones resembling a zebra, symbolizing strength and friendliness. This fascinating creation also... ... more

Adamfo Pa Comb,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Comb Wall Accent from Ghana'

Handcrafted of local sese wood, this Ghanaian wall accent brings a touch of African culture to any home. Emmanuel Opoku Asante designs the comb to depict two friends holding hands. The comb is named Adamfo Pa, meaning "best friends" in Akan. A... ... more

Akua Donkor Woman,'Wood and Aluminum Multicolored Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Hand-carved from local sese wood, this sculpture from Ghana depicts a figure with a mask-like head. Ghana's Henry Acquah creates it, adding embossed aluminum to give the sculpture a textured look. With multicolored motifs painted by hand, the sculpture... ... more

African Warrior,'Handcrafted African Wood Warrior Mask on Stand'

Proud and brave, this African mask stands on a wooden base. Rita Addo Zakour creates a design of her own, carved by hand of native sese wood. "This is my concept of a warrior," the Ghanaian artisan says. ... more

Ashanti Poise,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Ashanti Sculpture from Ghana'

Full of poise, this Ghanaian sculpture is hand-carved of sese wood and given an antiqued finish. Christian Kwesi Tawiah creates the sculpture to depict a woman. He draws inspiration from the Ashanti tribe of Africa, depicting a woman with braided hair... ... more

Monkey Keeper,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Monkey Decorative Jar from Ghana'

Hand-carved of sese wood, a charming monkey promises to keep your valuables safe in this decorative jar from Ghana. Anna Yawson designs the jar, painting the monkey in black and bright green. ... more

Red Elephant,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Elephant Accent Table from Ghana'

This round accent table features a design by Ghanaian artisan Raphat Asigbey. He works with cedar wood to craft the table, hand-carving the leg to feature the image of an elephant that curls its trunk. A red, hand-painted design completes this... ... more

Altar to Beauty,'Handcrafted Sese Wood and Aluminum Sculpture from Ghana'

Emmanuel Nyadedzor pays homage to beauty in his newest creation, made from sese wood in the classic Ghanaian style. After working long hours with traditional techniques, the artisan handcrafts this sculpture depicting a woman whose long hair creates... ... more

Twin Spirits,'Set of 2 Handcrafted Sese Wood Beaded Sculptures from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Anna Yawson takes inspiration from her culture to create an exquisite set of two sculptures honoring the region's traditions and customs. After hand-carving the female and male figures from sese wood, the artisan paints each piece by... ... more

African Elephant,'Black Elephant Sese Wood Relief Panel from Ghana'

Erasmus Philip Ahorlu designs this relief panel in the shape of an elephant, considered a symbol of good luck and wisdom around the world. Ghanaian artisans hand carve the panel from local sese wood, sanding the surface smooth before painting its... ... more

Confidant,'Handcrafted Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Two figures stand next to each other in this sculpture handcrafted by Joseph Boateng. The artisan crafts the sculpture using sese wood and finishes it using local clay and paint in shades of brown, yellow, and red. Joseph designs the sculpture to... ... more

Women in Unity,'Sese Wood Wall Relief Panel of African Women from Ghana'

The profiles of four proud women blend together, wearing traditional African attire. With inspiration from traditional Ghanaian handcrafts, Victoria Agyepomaa hand-carves this relief panel from sese wood, reflecting the special bond shared between... ... more

Profile of a Queen,'Carved Sese Wood Sculpture of an African Woman from Ghana'

Ghana's Kwaku Ofosuhene Apenteng hand-carves a woman's profile from local sese wood for a noble portrait that captures the beauty of African royalty. Depicting a noble queen, the sculpture wears a red scarf around the head with a wrap in tones of... ... more

Ahemmaa Gua Sika,'Sese Wood African Sword Decorative Accent from Ghana'

Decorating the blade of this decorative sword, a red symbol depicts the stool of an African queen mother. Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korely creates this decorative accent, which is hand-carved from sese wood and given a rustic finish. This piece is named... ... more

Auntie Abena,'Hand-Carved African Sese Wood Sculpture from Ghana'

Working in sese wood, Ghanaian artisan Joseph Boateng hand-carves this striking African sculpture. The sculpture depicts the face of a woman, given a black finish. At her forehead, embossed aluminum creates the image of a bird. Earrings of cotton and... ... more

Modern African Woman,'Handmade Sese Wood Relief Panel from Ghana'

Designed by Erasmus Philip Ahorlu, this brightly painted relief panel portrays a beautiful African woman on her way to market with a baby on her back. Ghanaian artisans lovingly hand carve the panel from local sese wood before painting the two figures... ... more

Horns of Strength,'Sese Wood and Aluminum Wall Mask Hand Carved in Ghana'

Ghanaian designer Theophilus Sackey presents this fearsome mask that is made using local sese wood. Theophilus works with local artisans who cut and carve the wood into the stunning design, before painting and completing the mask with a distressed... ... more

Blessings and Joy,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Nhyira Blessings Mask from Ghana'

Ghanaian artisan Ali Mohammed names this mask nhyira, from the Akan word for "blessings." Hand-carved from sese wood, this smiling mask is then painted black and given an aged finish. Bright red tassel earrings dangle at the sides and hints of blue and... ... more

Twin Birds,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Mask with Birds from Ghana'

A pair of exceptionally detailed birds alight atop of this original sese wood mask by Ghanaian artisan Kwasi George. The magnificent mask's expression is detailed with cut-out eyes and mouth and deep, wise creases on his forehead. The mask is finished... ... more

Adaoma,'Hand Carved Sese Wood Adaoma Good Lady Mask from Ghana'

Titled for an Igbo word meaning "good lady," this mesmerizing striped mask uses hints of red along with bright yellow eyes that stand out from the black and white of the rest of the mask. Hand carved from local sese wood by Ghanaian artisan Abdul Aziz... ... more

Kafuinam,'Ewe Culture African Wood Mask Handmade by Ghana Artisan'

This hand-carved and decorated African mask by Ghana's Victor Dushie features rich colors and detailed aluminum and brass accents. The style of this mask celebrates the artistic heritage of the Ewe people. The artisan names it Kafuinam , an Ewe name... ... more

Abstract Face,'Artistic Sese Wood Relief Panel Crafted in Ghana'

Adding an artistic touch to the concept of African masks, Ghanaian artisan Worlasi Agbalenyo creates this rectangular relief panel. Crafted from sese wood, this relief depicts an abstract face, rubbed with clay for a rustic finish. ... more

African Bust,'Hand-Carved African Wood Bust Mask from Ghana'

Depicting the bust of an African man, this mask is designed and crafted by Ghanaian artisan Frank Odei Amoani. He works with a single piece of sese wood, carving this mask entirely by hand. A clay rub gives this wonderful mask a rustic finish. ... more

Antelope Wisdom,'Handcarved West African Sese Wood and Clay Antelope Statue'

This striking decorative statue is created by West African artisan Frank Odei Amoani. In the Bambara tradition, a tyi wara crest mask representing an antelope is worn on the top of a dancer's head during ceremonies of sowing and harvesting. For this... ... more