Sese Wood Hand Carved Masks
Wood mask, 'Horn'
This magnificent mask originates from the people of Yoruba in Nigeria. Over time, the mask's style has been added upon by other regions on the continent - providing new decorative materials such as beads and brass.
Wood mask, 'Rain God'
Gordon Adu presents an impressive hand-carved mask traditionally worn to honor the Rain God. Its stylized elegance is inspired by the artistry of northern Ghana, which Adu replicates with exquisite detail.
Wood and brass mask, 'Africa Tribute'
African women, from every cultural community, are poised and elegant. Their beautiful features express their soul's strong character. Juliana Akandas celebrates the women of Africa with a vivid sese wood mask that is carved by hand.
Wood mask, 'Abundance'
This wondrous, mystical hand-carved sese wood mask comes from the Nyadedzor workshop. With a round face, half-closed eyes, and an open mouth, the mask bears the name Nkunim, meaning "to succeed".
Wood mask, 'Baoule Spirit Dance'
Seemingly surprised, a watchful personage bares its teeth. Horns crown the circular mask, and intricate geometric patterns surround it. Depicted in hand-carved sese wood, a minor spirit masks young men dancers from the Baoule tribe of the Ivory Coast.
Ivorian wood mask, 'Baule King'
This mask may only be worn by the Baule king of Ivory Coast. It features a regal face in the center and two smaller faces above it as a sign of his power. Salihu Ibrahim honors legendary traditions with a hand-carved sese wood mask.