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African Aluminum Wood Mask in Black and White from Ghana, "Ngil Masquerade"

Name: African Aluminum Wood Mask in Black and White from Ghana, 'Ngil Masquerade'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 285509
Price: 59.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.94 (31 reviews)

Product ID: 285509

by Abdulai Osman Adam (31)

Ghanaian artisan Abdulai Osman Adam crafts this African mask of sese wood covered with embossed aluminum sheet. Petite beads of recycled glass and... more

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Ghanaian artisan Abdulai Osman Adam crafts this African mask of sese wood covered with embossed aluminum sheet. Petite beads of recycled glass and brass eyes complete the design. Black and white in color, the mask is crafted in the Ngil masquerade style of the Fang tribe. Ngil masks are worn by Fang men during certain ceremonies held to welcome new members, as well as to bring criminals to justice.

0.51 kgs
1.1 lbs

31 cm H x 12 cm W x 6.5 cm D
12.25" H x 4.7" W x 2.6" D

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Sese wood, aluminum, recycled glass beads, brass
Intended as wall decor
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Promotes recycling and reduces waste
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 285509

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Abdulai Osman Adam

West Africa

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Nadine

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Feb 12, 2024

“Baluba...”

Gift for son, he absolutely loves it as this is his first mask of many to cover his wall... I say, it is well made and beautifully crafted and would definitely buy again for myself.

Purchased Item Baluba Rings, African Sese Wood Mask with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana

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Consuelo

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May 22, 2023

“A cherished gift”

It s a beauty; all we could hope & a lovely piece to add to his collection

Add to his collection of elephant This was a gift for Dr Covington Occasion: thank you

Purchased Item Gye Nyame Elephant, Wood Aluminum and Brass Elephant Sculpture from Ghana

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B. Lynne

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Dec 16, 2022

“Perfect symbol”

For years my son and I used a single musical note as a symbol between the two of us. Finding this was such a treat. It was a perfect gift for him and designed in such a way that it was masculine enough.

Purchased Item Dark Note, Ebony Wood Musical Note Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

Microcredit Financing

Abdulai Osman Adam has received 5 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $600.

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

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Meet the Artist

Abdulai Osman Adam African masks and carvings

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"A lot of creativity is involved to bring out the actual beauty of an item."

"I was born on May 5, 1981, in Accra. My friends say I am a truthful, hardworking and honest person. "It took a painful experience for me to... read more