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Painted African Wood Mask of Akan Woman Crafted by Hand, "Obaa Yaa"

Name: Painted African Wood Mask of Akan Woman Crafted by Hand, 'Obaa Yaa'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 228370
Price: 109.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (99 reviews)

Product ID: 228370

by Ali Mohammed (99)

Wearing green eye shadow and an elegant turban, Obaa Yaa gets her name from being born on a Thursday. Ali Mohammed honors the customs and traditions... more

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Wearing green eye shadow and an elegant turban, Obaa Yaa gets her name from being born on a Thursday. Ali Mohammed honors the customs and traditions of the Akan people with the design of this feminine mask, which he carves by hand of sese wood and paints with a vibrant palette of colors.

0.88 kgs
1.9 lbs

55 cm H x 16.5 cm W x 8 cm D
21.75" H x 6.5" W x 3.1" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 228370

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Ali Mohammed

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and jewelry

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Amy

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Sep 17, 2024

“Just beautiful”

Anybody will love this sweet necklace. Highly attractive.

Purchased Item Village Hut, Sese Wood Adjustable Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Florence

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Mar 11, 2024

“Beautiful and well packaged”

I was a bit sceptical about buying from an unknow company, but this arrived in excellent condition. Its true to the photo. I would purchase from the platform and the artist again

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Alejandro

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May 19, 2023

“Necklace full of culture”

The details of the mask are spectacular, very well done, the beads are cute. I loved the size, I arrive just in time. Hugs from Mexico

Purchased Item Baule Mask, Handmade Sese Wood Baule Mask Pendant Necklace from Ghana

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Enabling Education

Ali financially supports the education of two of his own children and two others in primary school.

Microcredit Financing

Ali Mohammed has received 6 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $200 and the most recent for $2000.

Moving On Up

Starting off with very humble earnings, Ali has worked hard to grow his workshop and better his livelihood and that of his family.

Caring for Children

Ali currently supports four children who are all under the age of ten.

Meet the Artist

Ali Mohammed Hand-carved wood masks and jewelry

(99)

"I was good at learning through watching my brother when he was carving, and then I would try my hand and I would ask for assistance when needed."

"I was born in Accra and I grew up to become a friendly and curious person. It is my curiosity that has guided me in learning this art and honing... read more