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Handmade Natural Fiber Dakar Mask Wall Art from Ghana, "Dakar Mask I"

Name: Handmade Natural Fiber Dakar Mask Wall Art from Ghana, 'Dakar Mask I'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 435291
Price: 248.98 GBP
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (8 reviews)

Product ID: 435291

by Samuel Lovi (8)

For Samuel Lovi, his beloved land is not only a source of inspiration but also a source of materials to bring each of his creations to life. Using... more

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For Samuel Lovi, his beloved land is not only a source of inspiration but also a source of materials to bring each of his creations to life. Using banana leaves and putting his imagination to work, the Ghanaian artisan creates an exquisite wall artwork on cardboard depicting a traditional Dakar mask in a natural sepia palette. This glorious piece of art, made in honour of Africa's cultural richness, is also framed with sese wood, allowing you to display it in all its beauty.

1.18 kgs
2.6 lbs

50 cm H x 50 cm W x 3 cm D
19.75" H x 19.75" W x 1.2" D

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Banana leaves, cardboard; sese wood frame
Arrives framed
Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Signed by the artist
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 435291

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Samuel Lovi

West Africa

Ceramics and handcrafted jewelry

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Linda

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Mar 27, 2023

“Unique piece”

3D shape adds variety to my art wall

Purchased Item Elephant I, Hand Made Ceramic Elephant Wall Art from Africa

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Contrillus

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Sep 03, 2020

“Picasso Mask”

This is a must buy! I promise you won t be disappointed!

Purchased Item Picasso, African Ceramic Mask

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Debra

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May 14, 2020

“Ceramic Sculpture-Delighted Head”

Small sculpture but really beautiful!

Purchased Item Delighted Head, Handcrafted Ceramic Head Sculpture from Ghana

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Microcredit Financing

Samuel Lovi has received 2 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $100 and the most recent for $100. Proceeds were used to buy clay for his handcrafted ceramics and also the soapstone he uses in his jewelry.

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

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

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Moving On Up

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

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Meet the Artist

Samuel Lovi Ceramics and handcrafted jewelry

"I get my ideas mainly from nature and things that surround me."

"Samuel Lovi is my name. I was born in the Volta Region on August 25, 1949. I was granted a five-year scholarship for further studies at Glasgow... read more