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Authentic African Masks (Pair), "God's Gift of Twins"

Product ID: 223958

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, two beautiful masks show the same basic design. Yet each is decorated differently — one with ornate brass repoussé, the other... more

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By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, two beautiful masks show the same basic design. Yet each is decorated differently — one with ornate brass repoussé, the other with colorful beadwork. He names the pair Nyamekye, which means "God's gift" in the Twi language. "This is my idea of fraternal twins," the Ghanaian artisan explains. "Children are truly a gift from God."

  • 1.09 kgs
  • 2.4 lbs
  • 35.5 cm H x 15 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 14" H x 6" W x 2.4" D
  • 35 cm H x 15 cm W x 6 cm D
  • 13.75" H x 6" W x 2.4" D

  • Sese wood, brass and recycled glass beads
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 223958
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu
Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

West Africa

Hand-carved African masks

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Daniel

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Jul 12, 2017

“god's gift of twins”

the painted mask did not resemble what was portrayed in the picture. what I got was dull and poorly painted. very disappointed. much too expensive for the quality of the masks. i suggest using glossy paint, not dull paint as was used on my mask.

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Bender

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Jan 16, 2022

“Striking Pieces of Art”

Awesome pieces of hand made art. Well decorated, colorful, and attractive. An excellent addition to my eclectic collection. Highly recommended!

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Ariel

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Jun 10, 2019

“I love this Art Work!”

The Art work is Beautiful! Its made with your beautiful hands, from your beautiful thought processes! It has a personal note inside about objectives and goals for your youth! Im glad that I contribute!

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Kim

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Mar 06, 2025

“Conversational piece due to its meaning.”

The mask lacks vibrance. The colors are dull. Very Primitive in nature. The red doesnt appear as vivid as the photo. The size is nice. I recognize that one cant duplicate a mask over and over exactly due to it being handmade.

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Arrita

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Jun 11, 2024

“Very detailed”

Nicely made solid, and the color is stunning and distinct.

Purchased Item Harvest Joy, Nigerian Wood Mask

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Barbara

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May 12, 2024

“awesome mask”

loved it

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Caring for Children

Caring for Children

Abdul has four children of his own and and cares for an additional four. All eight children live with him and he treats them all as his own.

Job Creator

Job Creator

Abdul has a dream of establishing an art academy for carving and sharing the African culture that is so closely tied to wood carving. So far, he has trained over 30 people but hopes that number can grow to be in the hundreds with an academy.

Moving On Up

Moving On Up

Since he started working with NOVICA, he has been able to grow his business. Through NOVICA and his determination, every day he gets a little closer to his goal of empowering and training others in carving.

Microcredit Financing

Microcredit Financing

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu has received 10 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $500 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to pay for improvements to his workshop.

Enabling Education

Enabling Education

Abdul financially supports the education of his own four children and the four other children that live with him.

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"In 2000, I went into carving and since then I have never regretted it. But I haven't abandoned painting completely either."

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