Handmade Sese Wood 'African Elephant Spirit I' Mask (Ghana)
$84.99
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Description

This handmade creation is offered in partnership with NOVICA, in association with National Geographic.Shaped like an elongated almond, this mask is elegant and beautiful. Theophilus Sackey carves the piece from sese wood and paints it by hand. Vertical lines in parallel represent neatly combed hair, and a mighty African elephant marches across the forehead. Embossed on aluminum sheets, rich textures cover the features Product Features: Story Behind the Art: 'I am a calm, humble and quiet person who also loves arts and crafts. After school, I'd stop by the workshop of a local wood carver, Salihu, to observe him and his workers as they carved different objects out of raw wood. Realizing my interest, Salihu offered to train me. Within a short time, I could finish the carved items. At a certain point in time, my parents could not afford to further my education so I decided to continue learning under Salihu and pursue a career in this field. It is my dream to one day become the owner of a well-established art workshop and be able to employ many workers to reduce the alarming rate of unemployment in my country.' Please allow 10 business days for the product to leave our warehouse and to receive tracking information. You should expect to receive this item within 15 business days. Weight:1.0 lbs Dimension:17.75" H x 5" W x 2" D Colors: Black, brown, red Materials: Sese wood, aluminum Intended as wall decor Made in Ghana.

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