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Hand-Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum Repousse African Mask, "Baba Mask"

Name: Hand-Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum Repousse African Mask, 'Baba Mask'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 285944
Price: 158.99 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.89 (28 reviews)

Product ID: 285944

by Emmanuel Opoku Asante (28)

Celebrating the importance of the family, Emmanuel Opoku Asante creates this exquisite Ghanaian mask. Hand-carved from sese wood and hand-painted by... more

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Celebrating the importance of the family, Emmanuel Opoku Asante creates this exquisite Ghanaian mask. Hand-carved from sese wood and hand-painted by the artist, is is embellished with a lizard motif that is featured below the helmet in aluminum repoussé. This original African mask is called Baba, which means "father" in the Hausa language.

1.35 kgs
3.0 lbs

52.5 cm H x 22 cm W x 10 cm D
20.75" H x 8.75" W x 3.9" D

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Sese wood, aluminum
Features a rustic, rugged finish
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: 285944

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Emmanuel Opoku Asante

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks and sculptures

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Richard

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Apr 09, 2019

“Purchased for our new home”

Wanted to get a special piece and this symbolizing the importance of family was perfect. Even more beautiful in hand. Love supporting Novicas incredible artists.

Purchased Item Baba Mask, Hand-Carved Sese Wood and Aluminum Repousse African Mask

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Sudipta

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Nov 01, 2024

“Bringing Africa closer”

Very well made and reflects the beauty of untamed Africa. Only suggestion is to include a better provision to hang it.

Purchased Item Proud Elephant, Hand Carved Elephant Head African Mask

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Taniea

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Oct 29, 2023

“Beautiful Craftsmanship!”

This peice adding just what I needed for my gallery wall.

Purchased Item Northern Water Spirit, Hand Carved African Mask with Raffia

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Meet the Artist

Emmanuel Opoku Asante Hand-carved African masks and sculptures

(28)

"I get my inspiration from my workers, when I see the joy with which they approach their work, and from the compliments I receive from customers on our designs."

"I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person. "I specialise in antiqued and... read more