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Hand Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask, "Nkwa"

Name: Hand Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum Plated Mask, 'Nkwa'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 401330
Price: 150.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (14 reviews)

Product ID: 401330

by Joseph Boateng (14)

This embellished mask is the creation of Ghana's Joseph Boateng. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, sands the surface smooth, then... more

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This embellished mask is the creation of Ghana's Joseph Boateng. The artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, sands the surface smooth, then decorates the forehead and cheeks with textured aluminum plate and the image of an elephant. The mask is called Nkwa, a Ghanaian Akan word that means "life."

0.78 kgs
1.7 lbs

49 cm H x 16 cm W x 7 cm D
19.25" H x 6.25" W x 2.8" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood, aluminum plate
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: 401330

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Joseph Boateng

West Africa

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Angela

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May 28, 2022

“Beautiful piece”

Another beautiful piece added to my collection. My only complaint is that the leather hook broke. Im thankful the mask didnt break when it fell off the wall. Hopefully the shoemaker repair can replace the leather hook.

Purchased Item Adom Ahoto, Hand Carved African Sese Wood and Aluminum Adom Ahoto Mask

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Moises

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Mar 29, 2021

“I like my version of this mask”

I really like this mask!!! First time I buy from Novica. I will say that my mask does not look exactly like the one in the picture. I think when you are picking a mask you have to ask yourself if you like the overall look of the mask because you will probably get a variation of the pictured mask. Which makes sense since they are hand carved and sometimes more than one of the same mask is made. This does not take away from the craftsmanship. Make no mistake, this is a well made mask. I applaud the artist for his creative effort and I look forward to seeing his future offerings :)

Purchased Item Powerful Warrior, Handcrafted Sese Wood Wall Mask from Ghana

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Elizabeth

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Sep 10, 2020

“So unique”

I was so pleased with this box. The size was a great surprise. It looks like a number of the masks I have seen. The artist should consider making a hanging version that opens and has key hooks inside. I would buy definitely buy more of his work. This is unique.

Outstanding on an entry table

Purchased Item A Love that is Good, Ghanaian Hand Carved Hinged Decorative Box in Wood

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Meet the Artist

Joseph Boateng Wood masks and sculptures

(14)

"I have always dreamed of promoting Ghana's rich culture to the outside world through well designed artefacts."

"My name is Joseph Boateng, and I was born in the Ashanti region on September 23, 1966. I had my primary education in a Roman Catholic school... read more