icon hand Over $137.5 million USD sent to artisans so far!

You may also like

Scroll Left
Scroll Right

Unique Ivory Coast Wood Mask, "Flying Spirit"

Product ID: 100284

Crowned with double horns, this mask by Salihu Ibrahim depicts a bird that represents a flying spirit. The design comes from the Bwa tribe of Côte... more

Quantity

In your cart

Details

Crowned with double horns, this mask by Salihu Ibrahim depicts a bird that represents a flying spirit. The design comes from the Bwa tribe of Côte d'Ivoire, and these spirits are portrayed with geometric shapes as they have no physical form. Bright colour distinguishes the handsome carving.

  • 0.34 kgs
  • 0.7 lbs
  • 40 cm H x 12.5 cm W x 9 cm D
  • 15.75" H x 4.9" W x 3.5" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 100284
Salihu Ibrahim
Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

Related Items

Scroll Left
Scroll Right

Customer Reviews

Purchased this? Leave your review.

Artist rating

Total reviews

131

Tatyana

Verified Reviewer

Jun 21, 2016

love it”

one of my favorites

anywhere
Purchased Item Flying Spirit, Unique Ivory Coast Wood Mask

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (0) No (0)

Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

Verified Reviewer

Nov 02, 2024

A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (0) No (0)

Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

Verified Reviewer

Apr 29, 2024

Good quality”

Excellent work!

Was This Review Helpful?

icon like Yes (0) No (0)

Your Purchase Makes a Difference!

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

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

Job Creator

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

Profound Impact

Profound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

Caring for Children

Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Customer & Stylist Suggestions

Meet the Artist
icon up