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African Handmade Yellow Batik Wall Hanging, "Banish Bad Luck"

Product ID: 225751

West Africa has a rich tradition of masks, embodied in a wall hanging by K. Baka. Each has its meaning ā€“ protection, strength, peace, joy and love... more

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West Africa has a rich tradition of masks, embodied in a wall hanging by K. Baka. Each has its meaning – protection, strength, peace, joy and love, for example. This beautiful batik depicts a mask with an adinkra symbol on the forehead. Mmsusuyidee means "that which removes bad luck" in the Twi language and is a symbol of good fortune and sanctity.

  • 40 grams
  • 1.41 oz
  • 37.5 cm W x 68 cm H
  • 14.75" W x 27" H

  • 100% cotton
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Signed by the artist
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 225751
K. Baka
K. Baka

West Africa

Paintings and batik art

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Patricia

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Feb 01, 2024

Extremely incorrect measurementss”

Description listed 20 by 68, but i was sent 7 x 58. Very, very disappointed.

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Patricia

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Feb 01, 2024

Measurements accurate”

A bit overpriced.

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Janet

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Dec 28, 2022

Batik wall hanging”

Another piece I just love in my living room. The colors are vibrant and it is large enough to make a statement. Catches everyones eye when they enter the room.

Wall hanging

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Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

K. Baka has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1000 and the most recent for $500. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of dyes and cotton fabric for continued production.

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Preserving Traditions

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

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