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Hand Carved Burkina Faso Style Wood Decorative Mask, "Bobo Antelope"

Name: Hand Carved Burkina Faso Style Wood Decorative Mask, 'Bobo Antelope'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 230227
Price: 130.21 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (15 reviews)

Product ID: 230227

by Sinclair Yao Daley (15)

For the Bobo peoples of Burkina Faso and Mali, masks that represent animals or spirits play an important role in daily life. Featuring antelope-like... more

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For the Bobo peoples of Burkina Faso and Mali, masks that represent animals or spirits play an important role in daily life. Featuring antelope-like horns, this handcrafted wood mask from Sinclair Yao Daley in Ghana exemplifies Bobo artistry. Such masks are used by the Bobo in harvest ceremonies, funerals, and rites of passage.

1.16 kgs
2.6 lbs

74 cm H x 10.5 cm W x 10 cm D
29" H x 4.1" W x 3.9" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood, clay
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 230227

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Sinclair Yao Daley

West Africa

Hand-carved African wood masks and sculptures

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Katja

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Feb 14, 2018

“Beautiful mask”

Great craftsmanship, attention to detail, well done, thank you!

Purchased Item Bobo Antelope, Hand Carved Burkina Faso Style Wood Decorative Mask

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Larissa

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Jan 18, 2023

“Beautiful, noble face”

What a stunning work of art! I love the heft of it, and the workmanship is obvious. Agya Kofi has pride of place on my wall! Thank you, Sinclair!

Purchased Item Agya Kofi, African Mask Hand Carved Sese Wood from Ghana

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Larissa

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Jan 02, 2023

“My new favourite mask!”

I just love the bold colours and design of this substantial, eye-catching mask.

Purchased Item Ibibio Leader, Ibibio Tribe African Mask

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Microcredit Financing

Sinclair Yao Daley has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $300.

Preserving Traditions

Sinclair was taught to carve by a master in the trade. Through him, he learned many traditional techniques which he continues to utilize.

Profound Impact

Almost all of Sinclair's income comes from NOVICA. He and his wife depend on his sales for their livelihood.

Elder Master

This artist is an elder master and continues to actively practice their craft.

Meet the Artist

Sinclair Yao Daley Hand-carved African wood masks and sculptures

(15)

"My hope and plans for the future include establishing a workshop in my hometown and starting a tree farm and fish farm to help the youth there have a source of income."

"I am a woodcarver who is friendly and at the same time shy. I am a firm person and stick to my words. "I was born on May 20, 1948 in... read more