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• Minti Saa Mimu,' Mask  ^new
  

  PRICE: 92.95

  This horror mask entitled Minti Saa Mimu, meaning "I'm not that ugly on the inside," should not be viewed as ghastly, but rather as a commentary on the error of superficiality. Carved from sese wood, its undulating contours will captivate any setting. Designed by Madam Adwoa, these masks are sculpted by the skilled artisans of Onyame Akwan Dooso, her Ghanaian workshop. West African masks have evolved from many influences, incorporating historical, cultural, ritual, and personal factors. They speak the language of a tribe, ethnicity, or cultural entity, expressing ideas both within the group and to those belonging to other peoples and communities. Madam Adwoa translates these themes using local sese wood as her material inspiration.
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• Wood Mask, 'akan Spirit Protector  ^new
  

  PRICE: 57.95

  Emulating tribal markings, the textures of brass repouss� ripple seductively across his forehead. Wide eyes are ever vigilant, for this personage is the Susum Banbofo, or "Spirit Protector." Daniel Nyadedzor carves a beautiful sese wood mask, used by the Akan people of Ghana to provide spiritual protection from the evil ones.
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• Wood Mask, 'ashanti Queen Mother  ^new
  

  PRICE: 58.95

  Tribal markings adorn her wide forehead and her cheeks boast lavish applications of brass and copper. Nana Adu Amankwapam creates a beautiful portrait of an Ashanti queen. Expressed in polished sese wood, this mask pays tribute to the queen mothers who make certain women in their communities are treated well. These Ghanaian royal figures also help resolve broken marriages.
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• Wood Mask, 'cocoa  ^new
  

  PRICE: 69.95

  Ghana is a major producer of cocoa, once being the number one exporter of cocoa to the international market. Carved in an oval shape like the cocoa pod, this mask from Daniel Nyadedzor's workshop honors the cocoa farmer, whose toil and labor made this piece possible. It displays a beautiful but uncomplicated design decorated with metal plates highlighted by lovely African patterns. Sese, a wood common to West Africa, is patiently hand-carved and sanded to achieve the desired form. The piece is then carefully painted with a red and black emulsion and coated with potassium. After a careful polishing, an additional tint is applied to the piece, adding an antique look.
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• Wood Mask, 'dawn River God  ^new
  

  PRICE: 57.95

  Serene and lovely, Otokpa bows a graceful head. In West Africa, Otokpa is a river god who appears only at dawn; the years in which the benevolent spirit is seen are believed to be very prosperous. Nana Adu Amankwapam sculpts his countenance from sese wood, finished with mansion polish. Embossed brass leaf adorns the forehead and cheeks, while a long-beaked water bird poses on the head.
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• Wood Mask, 'god Of Dawn  ^new
  

  PRICE: 38.95

  Its cheeks glowing with the colors of an early morning sky, this mask honors the Fanti people's god of dawn. According to their beliefs, the god of dawn must be prayed to early every morning to keep them safe from an enemy's attack. With that end, the Fanti people wear similar masks to this one, replicated with fine grace by Nana Adu Amankwapam I. Solemnly expressive, the sese wood mask is adorned with brass motifs and glistening beads.
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• Wood Mask, 'my Long Face  ^new
  

  PRICE: 89.95

  His fierce expression is inscrutable as a solitary bird keeps vigil over his warrior-like countance. Lending his visage a mythical quality, the hand-carved features are dramatically elongated. Gleaming brass glows against the dusky earth tones of the wood. Madam Adwoa and the artisans of Onyame Akwan Dooso continue in the fine tradition of Ghanaian art, crafting this piece from sese wood, finishing it with red stain, and embellishing it with brass. Exuding innovative imagination, this mask makes the ideal gift for the West African art collector. Adwoa names the design Menyim Tstintsin (My Long Face).
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• Wood Mask, 'one Who Has Patience  ^new
  

  PRICE: 54.95

  Serenity radiates from this elegant mask by Daniel Nyadedzor. Symmetrical line lends grace to the bearded personage. Crowned by a smaller face, the design depicts Dzidudu � "one who has patience" in the language of Ghana's Ewe people. Embossed brass emulates tribal markings, adding texture to an elegant piece.
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• Wood Mask, 'protection  ^new
  

  PRICE: 49.95

  Inspired by the spiritual art of the Ga people, this mask bears the shape of a fish with the face of two young men. For the Ga, this mask will protect families. Carved by hand of sese wood, the piece is rich in detail and embellished with brass motifs. Nana Adu Amankwapam I presents this work as a wondrous testimony of African traditions.
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• Wood Mask, 'truth  ^new
  

  PRICE: 37.95

  A wide forehead suggests the wisdom needed to divine truth from fantasy. Half closed eyes nonetheless see clearly in this image named Nyatefe ("Truth" in the Ewe language). Using only hand tools and his vast talent, Daniel Nyadedzor carves this mask from African sese wood. Intricate motifs in brass repouss� add textural interest to a lovely work.
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• Wood Mask, 'wisdom Rays  ^new
  

  PRICE: 94.95

  His heavy lids close, tricking the casual observer into assuming lethargy as he pauses in a moment of deliberate thought. His knowledge radiates from his introspective countenance in the form of sunrays. Daniel Nyadedzor carves an appealing rotund design accentuated by elaborate West African motifs. Infused with the wisdom of the ancestors, this mask brings profound insight to any setting. Sese, a wood native to West Africa, is patiently hand-carved and sanded to achieve the desired form. The piece is then masterfully adorned with emulsion and aluminum plates. Nyadedzor applies a thin coat of white clay to lend it an antique appearance.
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• Wood Masks, 'brenya' (pair)  ^new
  

  PRICE: 87.95

  Stylishly elongated, their features pulsate with a sense of Ghana's lore. Madam Adwoa offers this pair of masks, carved from sese wood and presented on simple iron stands. The name Brenya refers to the notion of toiling in order to possess something - whether it be goods or happiness. Also, it is the prefix for many city names in Ghana. These pieces reflect on important African themes such as warmth and loyalty between individuals of distinct social rank. A finish of red mansion polish culminates the attentive details.
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• Wood Masks, 'tumi Mmen' (set Of 3)  ^new
  

  PRICE: 118.95

  This set of three masks mirrors the artistic and esthetic elegance of West Africa as they recall the power and glory of an ancestor, possibly a high priest, war hero, or royal person. Their high-ranking position or spiritual significance is noted by the horns on their head, hence the name of this trio, Tumi Mmen - the "horns of power and influence." Madam Adwoa and the artisans at her workshop, Onyame Akwan Dooso, recreate the images in sese wood with hand-made tools. The central mask features brass plates and copper wiring to resemble the facial markings and decorations traditionally worn by such personalities. A powerful triad, these masks are certain command notoriety in a tasteful setting.
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