NOVICA Decorative Sese Wood and Aluminum Mask, Brown 'Harvest Increase'

NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, works together with talented artisan designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake treasures. Our mantra is to spread global happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer. About this item: Carved and painted by hand, this mask is representative of the Ewe people of Ghana. "Every peasant farmer with a bumper harvest is given this piece at a ceremony in the chief's palace, " says Ghanaian artisan Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. "This is in appreciation of his hard work toward feeding the community. Apart from being decorative, it serves as an inspiration to other farmers. Good work is always rewarded. " She names the mask Hornam, which means "Increase" in the Ewe language. - Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly About our Artist: 'My greatest inspiration is to preserve our rich cultural heritage, ' confides Ghana's Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo. 'Initially, I wasn't using lots of different materials, but now I use recycled glass and glass beads, aluminum, brass and more. I sit and draw the mask creatively, and come up with the colors that will make it stand out. '

• Sese wood and aluminum
• Size: 11. 75" H x 11. 5" W x 4. 3" D
• Authentic: an original NOVICA fair trade product in association with National Geographic.
• Certified: comes with an official NOVICA Story Card certifying quality & authenticity.
• Exceptional Artisan Quality by Evelyn Kafui Ahianyo
• Product Info: Sese wood and aluminum