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African wood mask, "The Chief's Messenger"

Name: African wood mask, 'The Chief's Messenger'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 193121
Price: 126.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.87 (30 reviews)

Product ID: 193121

by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo (30)

Richly textured repoussé covers an elongated face of regal features. Silvery aluminum and polished wood in black and brown create an elegant contrast.... more

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Richly textured repoussé covers an elongated face of regal features. Silvery aluminum and polished wood in black and brown create an elegant contrast. Crowning the mask by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo, a bird is vigilant. "This is an akanga bird," she explains. "It lives in the chief's palace and sings at certain times to indicate good tidings. Young ladies are privileged to have this bird sing on their rooftops to indicate good news from the royal home. Possessing this mask brings honor and respect to a girl and her family."

0.82 kgs
1.8 lbs

57 cm H x 15 cm W x 6 cm D
22.5" H x 6" W x 2.4" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood and aluminum
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 193121

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Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo

West Africa

African masks

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William Curry

From Greensboro, North Carolina

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Jul 20, 2016

“African wood mask, 'The Chief's Messenger'”

This mask is exactly as advertised and absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! What you see is EXACTLY what you get. The people who pack these masks do a SUPERB job and everything I've ordered has arrived in perfect condition.

African Wood Mask Wall hanging decoration

Purchased Item The Chief's Messenger, African wood mask

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Ingebjørg

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Aug 27, 2024

“Evocative artwork in beautiful colors”

This gorgeous hand-carved piece is a real showstopper in my guest room! The colors are so tastefully chosen and really bring to mind some amazing nature experiences.

Purchased Item Natural Unity, Hand-Carved Sese Wood Wall Art Featuring Wildlife from Ghana

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Diana

From Seattle Washington

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Feb 05, 2023

“Nice statue”

Very well executed statue.

Purchased Item Old Couple, Handmade Sese Wood Sculpture of a Sitting Couple from Ghana

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Microcredit Financing

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $900 and the most recent for $1000. Proceeds were used to invest in a purchase of wood, metal plates and paints to increase production.

Preserving Traditions

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

Job Creator

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

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Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Meet the Artist

Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo African masks

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"My masks are unique because I use my knowledge in design with each one."

"My ability to work with masks is inborn, and my greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage. "I'm Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo... read more