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Fair Trade African Tribal Style Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana, "Senufo Poro"

Name: Fair Trade African Tribal Style Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana, 'Senufo Poro'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 230225
Price: 119.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.00 (15 reviews)

Product ID: 230225

by Sinclair Yao Daley (15)

The Senufo peoples of Mali and Cote d'Ivoire are agricultural, prizing farming skills above all others. Sinclair Yao Daley presents this hand-carved... more

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The Senufo peoples of Mali and Cote d'Ivoire are agricultural, prizing farming skills above all others. Sinclair Yao Daley presents this hand-carved wood mask, representing the kind of mask that might be made in a poro or traditional Senufo school for young men. Such a mask would be used in coming-of-age rituals.

0.81 kgs
1.8 lbs

44 cm H x 18 cm W x 10 cm D
17.25" H x 7" W x 3.9" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood, clay
Intended as wall decor
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 230225

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Sinclair Yao Daley

West Africa

Hand-carved African wood masks and sculptures

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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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James

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May 22, 2022

“Beautiful Work”

The carving and colors of the mask are stunning.

Purchased Item Sankofa Bird, Authentic Sese Wood 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