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Fair Trade Wood Mask, "Sword of War"

Name: Fair Trade Wood Mask, 'Sword of War'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 203324
Price: 79.35 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.84 (45 reviews)

Product ID: 203324

by Theophilus Sackey (45)

Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war."... more

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Carved by hand, this elegant mask represents courage. An African adinkra symbol on the forehead represents akofena, meaning "sword of war." "The crossed scimitars were a popular motif in the heraldic shields of many former Akan states. The swords can also represent legitimate state authority," artisan Theophilus Sackey explains. He covers the features with hand embossed aluminium.

0.51 kgs
1.1 lbs

43 cm H x 14 cm W x 6 cm D
17" H x 5.5" W x 2.4" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood and aluminium
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 203324

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Theophilus Sackey

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks

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David

From New Orleans, Louisiana

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Oct 27, 2023

“Sexy”

The best description of this piece is sexy. Curves of the stripping coupled with colored lips and lids ... awesome!

sexy wall decor

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David

From New Orleans, Louisiana

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Oct 27, 2023

“Eye Catching!”

I have an ever growing collection of African masks and the green featured in this work of art pops beautifully!

beautiful elegant eye catching wall decor

Purchased Item Green Sankofa, Handmade Sese Wood African Sankofa Adinkra Mask from Ghana

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Marsha

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Apr 20, 2023

“Fabulous!”

I received this mask today. It is even more beautiful in person than online. I am so pleased! Surprisingly, the mask appears to be black and white only in the online image. In fact, the elephant appears a deep rich purple. This enhances the image. Its a wonderful art work.

Purchased Item Elephant Vibrations, Handcrafted Sese Wood African Elephant Mask from Ghana

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Meet the Artist

Theophilus Sackey Hand-carved African masks

(45)

"What inspires me most is when people express appreciation for my designs."

"I am a calm, humble and quiet person who also loves arts and crafts. I was born on November 22, 1985 in a suburb of the Greater Accra region.... read more