NOVICA Artisan Handmade African Wood Mask Jute Bearded from Ghana Multicolor Masks Ghanaian [8.75in H x 4.7in W x 2.2in D] ' Abajo'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: This fascinating mask is the original design of Awudu Saaed from Ghana. The elongated visage has its mouth open and eyebrows arched, as if in surprise. Carved by hand from rubberwood, the mask features a long beard made of jute. The artisan names his creation Abajo, meaning "come and dance" in the Ga tongue.Features a rustic, rugged finishHand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyIntended as wall decorAbout our Artist: Ghana's Awudu Saaed says, 'When I was a , I'd follow friends home after school. Their parents had a carving workshop. They noticed my interest and let me try sandpapering the carved items, then I began learning how to design and finish a piece. I had to drop out of school due to financial difficulties and I started working on my own. I was determined to make it and was able to put my siblings through school. Now my dream is to further my education and expand my workshop to be able to train more people.'

• Size: 8.75 in. H x 4.7 in. W x 2.2 in. D
• Handmade by Novica artisans using time-honored traditional methods
• Includes an official card certifying the item is authentic, artisan crafted and of exceptional quality
• Quality craftsmanship: Novica works with artisan Awudu Saaed to craft this item
• Product info: Rubberwood, jute