NOVICA Artisan Handcarved African Wood Mask Painted Sese from Ghana Multicolor Masks Ghanaian [15.25in H x 6in W x 3.1in D] ' Kasha'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: 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. Shades of black, ivory, and red create a natural, cohesive palette, and hints of green and yellow add brightness to the circular design on the forehead.Features a rustic, rugged finishHand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightlyIntended as wall decorAbout our Artist: My name is Sefah Annwhar and I was born in Accra. I became interested in art at a tender age. I used to play with scraps of wood in my father’s workshop when I was a . I learned how to carve during junior high school. During weekends and vacations, my father showed me the basics. I was so excited to learn and this helped to improve my skills quickly. I realized that carving gave me the opportunity to be creative and I loved it. I can create anything I dream up and this sparks my creativity. I don’t teach any students yet, but hope to pass on my knowledge of carving. I stay up late with my dad when he receives many orders. It gives me the chance to practice my craft, allowing my hands to take give shape what I’ve been taught earlier in the day. This is how I mastered my craft. At first, it was confusing and challenging but the more I practice, the easier it becomes. I get my inspiration from my father and nature. I use sese wood, aluminum, brass and clay. These materials are easy to obtain from the market.

• Size: 15.25 in. H x 6 in. W x 3.1 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 Sefah Annwhar to craft this item
• Product info: Sese wood