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African Wood Mask, "Ahenfo"

Name: African Wood Mask, 'Ahenfo'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 198506
Price: 195.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (5 reviews)

Product ID: 198506

by Samuel Okyere (5)

Inspired by the art and customs of the Akan people, Samuel Okyere designs a regal mask aptly termed Ahenfo. It means "royal" in the Twi... more

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Inspired by the art and customs of the Akan people, Samuel Okyere designs a regal mask aptly termed Ahenfo. It means "royal" in the Twi dialect of the Akan people. Okyere carves the sese wood mask by hand featuring a crown, and decorates it with embossed aluminum plates and painted details. "This mask is intended to symbolize a powerful king," explains the Ghanaian artisan.

0.70 kgs
1.5 lbs

49 cm H x 17 cm W x 7 cm D
19.25" H x 6.75" W x 2.8" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood and aluminum
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 198506

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Samuel Okyere

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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Brent

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Feb 27, 2018

“Beautiful and will add to our collection”

She loves it and shipping was fast and hassle free thank you

Purchased Item Ahenfo, African Wood Mask

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Oumarou

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Nov 20, 2021

“Excellent”

Extremely good quality highly pleased. thank you .came as advertised and nicely packaged.incredibly satisfied.

Purchased Item Medoba, Hand Carved Osese Wood African Mask

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Oumarou

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Nov 20, 2021

“Excellent”

Extremely good quality highly pleased. thank you .came as advertised and nicely packaged.incredibly satisfied.

Purchased Item Bambara, Hand Carved African Mask from Mali

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Preserving Traditions

Samuel, a true veteran of his craft, started carving in 1966. He is always sharing his talents by teaching his traditional techniques to anyone, including the younger generation and even tourists.

Enabling Education

Samuel pays currently for the education of four children. Two are his children and two are not from his own family. Samuel is a gracious person with a big heart, which can be seen through his desire to help and enabling education for those outside of his family.

Microcredit Financing

Samuel Okyere has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $400. Proceeds were used to buy raw materials for his masks and hire assistants.

Caring for Children

Samuel supports four children. Two of them are not related to him, but he would still like to help and support them.

Job Creator

Samuel currently gives work to full time helpers and often hires others as needed on a part-time basis.

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Meet the Artist

Samuel Okyere Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

"I realised I could do much better things with my life, so I decided to go into arts…."

Latest Update"I have been creating art for many years. I progressed from a carver and finisher to adding metal work and making drums. I love to... read more