Handmade African Queen African Wood Mask (Ghana)

Designed by Ghanaian artisan Victor Dushie, this striking mask makes an exotic piece of decor. Handcrafted from sese wood and aluminum, the mask is painted in shades of brown and black for a dramatic look.
 

Product Features: 

• Dimension: 20.5" H x 8" W x 2.4" D
• Weight:  1.67
• Color: Black
• Material: Sese wood, aluminum
• Intended as wall decor
• Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
• Made In Ghana

Story Behind the art:  

My name is Victor Dushie and I was born in Accra. I grew up in a community of wood carvers and designers, which naturally made me interested in it. I learned from Sasu Kanu, who worked closely with me, teaching by example and helping me practice sanding my creations. During this time, I learned to master the craft after a lot of practical experience. I find that sanding down the wood has been the main challenge of this art. After completing my training, I also taught two others who actively use their skills. My creations are made from sese wood, which is readily available in my local markets. I am inspired by the Bible as well as other artists. My favorite part about this craft is designing. My family works alongside me, helping me sand down my creations before I put the finishing touches on them.
 

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