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Novica Handmade Dragon African Wood Mask

Wide eyes and a broad nose make Philip Dankwa's African mask really pop. The Ghanaian artisan hand carves the mask from local sese wood, painting the surface with cream-colored patterns, black facial features, and a bright red accent. more

Novica Handmade Ayeye African Wood Wall Decor

Hand-carved from native sese wood, this West African wall plaque is beautifully detailed. Artisan Musah Abdallah carefully defines a serene visage in the center, surrounded by colorful recycled glass beads and inlaid brass and aluminum triangles. more

Novica Handmade Eagle African Wood Mask

This unique mask design is the inspiration of Ghanaian artisan Daniel Quarcoo. Two eagles flank a tree on the forehead of the mask; the designs are carefully etched in the wood in a series of small dots. more

Novica Handmade Doll African Wood Mask

This captivating oblong mask with large, slanted eyes is the creation of West Africa's Theophilus Anum. The artisan carves the mask from local sese wood, then hand paints a large doll onto the mask's red forehead. more

Novica Handmade Monkey African Wood Mask

Artisan Rapheal L. Commey of Ghana designs this exotic wall mask. Handcrafted out of sese wood and brass, the mask is decorated with multi-color recycled glass beads that form the shape of a bird on the mask's forehead. more

Novica Handmade Boldness African Wood Mask

With its hand painted stripes, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu's decorative mask makes a bold impression. Hand carved by Ghanaian artisans from local sese wood, the mask is sanded smooth before being painted in contrasting black and white stripes. more

Novica Handmade Anyo African Wood Mask

Bring an extra dose of love into your home with Raphat Asigbey's artfully designed wall mask. more

Novica Handmade Ganyo African Wood Mask

Hand-painted with yellow, green, blue and red tones, this African sese wood mask is a cultural creation by designer Raphat Asigbey. more

Novica Handmade Akono African Wood Mask

A trumpeting elephant marks the forehead of this stunning creation from Ghana's Joseph Boateng. Hand carved from local sese wood, the mask features a trio of primary colors--red, blue, and yellow--and textured aluminum plating over the forehead. more

Novica Handmade Zacchaeus African Wood Mask

Depicting Zacchaeus, the Jericho tax collector from the Bible, this African mask is created by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Korley. He depicts this Biblical figure in sese wood, wearing an ornate hat. more

Novica Handmade Kasha African Wood Mask

Sefah Annwhar of Ghana handcrafts this African mask he names Kasha, which means "love" in the Gonja language. The artisan carves his original design from sese wood, and adds applications of clay for a rustic finish. more

Novica Handmade Mawunyo African Wood Masks (Set Of 3)

Emmanuel Nyadedzor creates this set of three petite African masks using his own original designs. Each one is crafted in a traditional weeks-long process. Carved and painted by hand, they are embellished with the rich textures of aluminum repoussé. more

Novica Handmade Chihongo African Wood Mask

The Chokwe people of central Africa have a distinct art style, showcased here in Ali Mohammed's hand-carved African mask. Such masks are called chihongo, and depict an elderly male ancestor with narrowed eyes and filed teeth. more

Novica Handmade Senufo Order African Wood Mask

Ghanaian master carver Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the beautiful artistry of the Senufo people with this replica mask. more

Novica Handmade Nightbird African Wood Mask

West Africa's Victor Ayambire hand carves this mask--his own design--from native sese wood. Designed to hang on a wall, the mask's design is elevated with textured aluminum plate and colorful acrylic paint. more

Novica Handmade Fakye African Wood Mask

Beads of recycled glass are symmetrically arranged into a splendid design around this sese wood mask's face. more

Novica Handmade Kunimdu African Wood Mask

With its rainbow stripes, wide, doe-eyes, and surprised mouth, Samuel Kofi Kumi's mask will instantly charm you. more

Novica Handmade Ogyam African Wood Mask

By Rita Addo Zakour, this noble mask depicts a long, slender visage who opens his mouth to sing. This original mask is carved and painted by hand and is adorned with intricately embossed aluminum plating. more

Novica Handmade Butsomekpoe African Wood Mask

Raphat Asigbey designs a vibrant mask with bold colors that will jump off your wall. Ghanaian artisans carry out Raphat's vision by hand carving the mask from local sese wood before embellishing the cheeks and forehead with aluminum plate. more

Novica Handmade Twafo African Wood Mask

Ghana's Robert Aidoo-Taylor creates this mask to honor the Twafo, a vigilante group that watches over a suburb of the same name in Mankessim, Ghana. more

Novica Handmade Kundum African Wood Mask

Inspired by the symbolism of the skull, Erasmus Philip Ahorlu designs this bold wall mask with a large mouth. more

Novica Handmade Teke African Wood Mask

West African artisan Christopher Nyasafo designs this smiling mask with a patterned headdress and long, flowing hair in raffia. more

Novica Handmade Gorshie African Wood Mask

This abstract mask presented by Saeed Musah of Ghana is an awe-inspiring addition to your home decor. This wood mask hand carved from sese wood features an intricate and vibrant design created using recycled glass beads and aluminum plates. more

Novica Handmade Afoyea African Wood Mask

With its bright yellow face, Raphat Asigbey's carefully designed mask is sure to bring joy into your life. Artisans in Ghana hand carve the mask from sese wood with local tools, then paint the surface in bright yellow with red and black accents. more

Novica Handmade Mossi African Wood Mask

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo creates this stunning mask in honor of the Mossi people, an ethnic group native to modern Burkina Faso. more

Novica Handmade Twin s African Wood Mask

Surrounded by intricately carved s, this bold mask is presented by Emmanuel Opoku Asante of West Africa. more

Novica Handmade Lorm African Wood Mask

Raphat Asigbey designs a mask called Lorm, a Ghanaian Ewe word meaning "adore me." more

Novica Handmade Marka African Wood Mask

Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo creates this stunning African mask in honor of the Marka people, an ethnic group from Mali who are famous for their brightly colored masks and puppets. more

Novica Handmade Norvi African Wood Mask

West African artist Victor Ayambire presents this mask of his original design, Norvi, translated from the Ghanaian Ewe word for "sister." The mask is carved from native sese wood and enhanced with acrylic paint to make a stunning piece of wall decor. more

Novica Handmade Dakarai African Wood Mask

Bliss out with this delightful mask from West Africa's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. Named Dakarai, the Zimbabwean word for "happiness," the round mask features twisting designs that snake around the eyes, mouth, and nose. more

Novica Handmade Kobi African Wood Mask

Artisan Winfred Ansah Okoampah from Ghana designs and carves this striking African wood mask. This mask is carved from sese wood that features an elongated face and different carved textures. In the Akan language, kobi means "acceptance." more

Novica Handmade Luena African Wood Mask

Named Luena, this African mask represents ideal feminine beauty. Masks like this one are traditionally used during initiations and ceremonies for fertility and bringing prosperity. more

Novica Handmade Kurege African Wood Mask

From the Ghanaian studio of Abdul Aziz Mohamadu comes this formidable mask, hand carved from native sese wood and adorned with textured aluminum plates. The artist named this mask of his own design Kurege, which means "squirrel" in the Hausa language. more

Novica Handmade Okwantwefo African Wood Mask

Add a dash of color and charm to your walls with this captivating mask designed by West Africa's Christopher Nyasafo. Hand carved from rubber wood, the mask is painted in red, black, and brown with textured hair. more

Novica Handmade Kellan African Wood Mask

Using a stunning harmonious color palette, West Africa's Abdul Aziz Mohamadu crafts an intriguing round mask from native sese wood. more

Novica Handmade Akwasi African Wood Mask

This impressive mask is designed and carved by hand by Ghana's Samuel Okyere. The elongated face is carved with various designs and accented with embossed aluminum plates. more

Novica Handmade Loofolo African Wood Mask

Victor Ayambire presents this mask of his original design, entitled Loofolo--the Ghanaian Ga language word meaning "bird." Hand carved from native sese wood, the mask is enhanced with acrylic paint. more

Novica Handmade Elike African Wood Mask

Nature lovers will rejoice in Raphat Asigbey's colorful mask. Artisans in Ghana carry out Raphat's vision by carving the mask from sese wood with a plant motif, then covering the cheeks and forehead in textured aluminum repoussé. more