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Unique Wood Mask, "Bwa Butterfly Bat"

Name: Unique Wood Mask, 'Bwa Butterfly Bat'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 193109
Price: 137.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.88 (131 reviews)

Product ID: 193109

by Salihu Ibrahim (131)

Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly, while some scholars believe it represents a bat or a hawk.... more

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Target-like circles on the face identify this ethereal winged creature as a butterfly, while some scholars believe it represents a bat or a hawk. Gliding on checkerboard wings, the mask represents a nature spirit among the Bwa tribe of Burkina Faso. Salihu Ibrahim carves the elegant image from African sese wood.

0.66 kgs
1.5 lbs

17 cm H x 71 cm W x 6 cm D
6.75" H x 28" W x 2.4" 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: 193109

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Salihu Ibrahim

West Africa

Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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131

Philomena

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Jan 25, 2017

“Stunning! We love it!”

We purchased all seven butterfly masks offered by Salihu Ibrahim. This one is my favorite. We thought maybe the checked pattern would be too bold and overwhelm the other masks in our display, but the carving and the subtle muted colors in the mask make it just right! We were surprised that there is a touch of indigo along with the predominant black and taupe, but decided that it just adds to the interest. The wood is light and easily hung. Perfect!

Striking carved wood wall decor

Purchased Item Bwa Butterfly Bat, Unique Wood Mask

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Dominique

From San Francisco Bay Area

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Nov 02, 2024

“A cherished heirloom”

A striking and well crafted mask. I get compliments on this piece whenever visitors come to my home.

Purchased Item Tigari Psychic, Ghanaian Wood Mask from Africa

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Joowon

From Los Angeles, CA

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Apr 29, 2024

“Good quality”

Excellent work!

Purchased Item African Pillow Throne, African Wood Sculpture

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Microcredit Financing

Salihu Ibrahim has received 9 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $1250 and the most recent for $5000. Proceeds were used to expand his workshop by hiring additional carvers.

Preserving Traditions

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

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Meet the Artist

Salihu Ibrahim Hand-carved wood masks and sculptures

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"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."

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