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African Wood and Aluminum Plate Mask, "Janus"

Name: African Wood and Aluminum Plate Mask, 'Janus'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 387602
Price: 140.59 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.94 (31 reviews)

Product ID: 387602

by Abdulai Osman Adam (31)

In ancient Roman mythology, the two-faced Janus was the god of new beginnings, and was believed to represent the first steps of a journey. This sese... more

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In ancient Roman mythology, the two-faced Janus was the god of new beginnings, and was believed to represent the first steps of a journey. This sese wood mask, of Ghana's Abdulai Osman Adam's original design, depicts the dichotomy of our ongoing transition from present to future. Artisans craft this mask using textured aluminum plate accents and colorful kente cotton fabric, juxtaposing the vibrancy of the present with the unknown of the days and months to come.

0.68 kgs
1.5 lbs

58 cm H x 19 cm W x 7 cm D
22.75" H x 7.5" W x 2.8" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood, aluminum plate, cotton fabric
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 387602

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Abdulai Osman Adam

West Africa

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Nadine

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Feb 12, 2024

“Baluba...”

Gift for son, he absolutely loves it as this is his first mask of many to cover his wall... I say, it is well made and beautifully crafted and would definitely buy again for myself.

Purchased Item Baluba Rings, African Sese Wood Mask with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana

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Consuelo

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May 22, 2023

“A cherished gift”

It s a beauty; all we could hope & a lovely piece to add to his collection

Add to his collection of elephant This was a gift for Dr Covington Occasion: thank you

Purchased Item Gye Nyame Elephant, Wood Aluminum and Brass Elephant Sculpture from Ghana

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B. Lynne

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Dec 16, 2022

“Perfect symbol”

For years my son and I used a single musical note as a symbol between the two of us. Finding this was such a treat. It was a perfect gift for him and designed in such a way that it was masculine enough.

Purchased Item Dark Note, Ebony Wood Musical Note Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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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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Abdulai Osman Adam has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $600.

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

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Meet the Artist

Abdulai Osman Adam African masks and carvings

(31)

"A lot of creativity is involved to bring out the actual beauty of an item."

"I was born on May 5, 1981, in Accra. My friends say I am a truthful, hardworking and honest person. "It took a painful experience for me to... read more