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Hand Carved African Mask in Wood and aluminium, "Symbol of Togetherness"

Name: Hand Carved African Mask in Wood and aluminium, 'Symbol of Togetherness'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 257963
Price: 97.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.68 (66 reviews)

Product ID: 257963

by Francis Agbete (66)

With lowered lids, a beautiful woman reveals innate strength and dignity. Richly textured repoussé adorns the forehead and cheeks, and an intriguing... more

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With lowered lids, a beautiful woman reveals innate strength and dignity. Richly textured repoussé adorns the forehead and cheeks, and an intriguing brown and yellow motif suggests a head kerchief. By Francis Agbete, this handcrafted African mask is named Dekaworwor, which means "togetherness in the Ewe language of Ghana.

0.48 kgs
1.1 lbs

50 cm H x 12.5 cm W x 6 cm D
19.75" H x 4.9" W x 2.4" D

Metric

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: 257963

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Francis Agbete

West Africa

Wood masks and leather desk sets

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JAVIER

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Nov 04, 2024

“Precioso!”

Es un Nacimiento muy bonito! Una artesanía muy trabajaba. Llegó pronto y es tal cual aparece en las fotos y en la descripción. Muy contento! Gracias.

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Virginia

From Escondido, California

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May 18, 2024

“Perfect!”

Just received, and was delighted at the quality of workmanship and beautiful finish. Artist is congratulated on his skill.

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Oct 09, 2023

“Awesome bass player”

Beautiful sculpture

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Microcredit Financing

Francis Agbete has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $1050. Proceeds were used to invest in the purchase of ebony wood, leather, brass, polish and sandpaper 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.

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Meet the Artist

Francis Agbete Wood masks and leather desk sets

(66)

"I have always helped my father when he's needed me, so coming to assist my father at the workshop at this time of my educational career was not a new job for me."

"My name is Francis Agbete and I come from a family of traditional wood carvers. I was born December 28, 1976 in a suburb of Accra. I attended... read more