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• Wood Mask, 'bat Protector  ^new
  

  PRICE: 122.95

  A welcomed sight during drought, bats swarm in with the relief of the rainy season. For this reason the Baole people hold bats to be a good omen. Addai Mensah crafts this replica from seasoned sese wood; he uses manual tools to achieve the fine detailed work that embellishes this piece. The Baole originally separated from the Ashanti in Ghana and live in the eastern and central highlands of Cote d'Ivoire. They believe in a parallel world different from this earth and they are said to possess the power to commune with spirits. The Baole worship animal totems created to ward off evil. It is their belief that by hanging the image of a bat on their doorway, they will be protected from the spirits of darkness.
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• Wood Mask, 'kind Love  ^new
  

  PRICE: 72.95

  Leaning forward with words of wisdom, a bird of mystic origin crowns this sese wood mask. For the Guro people of the Ivory Coast, this mask symbolizes kindness and love. Salihu Ibrahim uses manual tools to carve this mask with the detailed care that characterizes Guro artistry. For them, masks personify the spirits of the underworld.
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• Wood Mask, 'kulango Earth God  ^new
  

  PRICE: 42.95

  Circular horns crown this enigmatic personage by Salihu Ibrahim. It represents the earth god Tano, who is honored with an annual festival by the Kulango people of C�te d'Ivoire. Bold and colorful motifs heighten the drama of the mask's simple geometry.
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• Wood Mask, 'kulango God Of The Earth  ^new
  

  PRICE: 42.95

  Bold color heightens the drama of this enigmatic mask with its crown of circular horns. Meticulously carved by Salihu Ibrahim, it represents the earth god, Tano, who is honored with an annual festival by the Kulango people of C�te d'Ivoire.
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• Wood Mask, 'kweke  ^new
  

  PRICE: 44.95

  The style of this hand-crafted mask by Daniel Nyadedzor derives from the artistry traditional to the Cote d'Ivoire. The name Kweke means "to forgive," this message clear in its wise expression. The piece is carved from local sese wood and adorned with aluminum plates curving from just below the eyes down to the mouth. On its forehead rests a diamond-shaped design, complementing the inherent symbol of peace. The mask is delicately painted with red oils and finished with a neutral polish, the result an impressive addition to an eclectic d�cor.
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• Wood Mask, 'love Whispers  ^new
  

  PRICE: 47.95

  Whispering words of love, his serene countenance reveals tender and noble sentiments. The enamoured personage represents the Dan people who inhabit the mountainous regions of the Ivory Coast. Renowned for their mask tradition, they ably depict an astonishing range of expression in their hand-carved works. Salihu Ibrahim creates a mask that symbolizes love.
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• Wood Mask, 'monkey Ghost  ^new
  

  PRICE: 52.95

  Glowing with ardent color, fiery eyes bring this ghostlike mask to life. A symbol of ancestral spirits among the Guro people of C�te d'Ivoire, it features an abstract monkey. Tribal markings grace the cheeks of the mysterious personage, expertly carved by Salihu Ibrahim.
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• Wood Mask, 'okofo Nightmare  ^new
  

  PRICE: 64.95

  Okofo," a vicious warrior, is depicted in this terrifying but enthralling mask by Nana Frimpong. Donned during battle, it is said to implant the sharpest thorns of dread in the hearts of brutal enemies. The monstrous visage is complete with red teeth, gaping eyeholes, inhuman facial features, and an overseeing bird of prey. A piece assured to attract the attention of the lion-hearted. The sese wood is chosen carefully and dried naturally to determine its quality. If it splits or discolors during the drying process, it is discarded. Upon completion of the carving, the wood is treated with a kind of beeswax that bestows its dark sheen.
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• Wood Mask, 'wealthy Man  ^new
  

  PRICE: 78.95

  Smooth sese wood, carved by hand, takes on the features of a stylized person. Narrow eyes above a long mouth form an Akan mask by Salihu Ibrahim. Named Meye Odefo � "I am a wealthy person" � it personifies someone with property, money and manners. The Akan people use it during funeral ceremonies and entertainment.
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• Wood Masks, 'men From Afar' (pair)  ^new
  

  PRICE: 108.95

  Named Ye Firi Ekyiri, "we come from afar," this pair of masks expresses a distant allure. Hand-carved from sese wood, the natural contours are adorned with an intriguing application of color. Brass and aluminum accents - chosen for their tensile strength - further complement the fascinating design with hammered delicacy. Madam Adwoa's artistry is representative of the Guro tribe of the Ivory Coast.
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