NOVICA Artisan Handcarved African Wood Mask Sese Ghananian Blue Metallic Ghanaian Cultural 'Kurege'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: 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. Abdul Aziz Mohamadu's work has been exhibited in Ghanaian venues as well as in Nigeria and Benin.Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyAbout our Artist: "I always knew I wanted to paint, but wasn't sure I could make a living out of it, so I looked into other fields too," recalls Abdul. "I observed master carver Musa at his workshop for a period of time, then I picked up a log of wood and started carving out a mask as I had observed him doing. This surprised Musa and he was willing to help me perfect the skill. I developed a love for this new art, and that's how I eventually became a master carver too!"

• Size: 10.75 in. H x 3.9 in. W x 2.4 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 Abdul Aziz Mohamadu to craft this item
• Product info: Sese wood, aluminum