NOVICA Artisan Handmade African Wood Mask Sese with Beige and Black Rings from Ghana 'Baluba Rings'

I own three of these Ghanaian masks this is my third purchase but certainly not the last. The artist Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, is a master carver and his pieces are so unique and stirring. Each time I find one to buy, I see something else he's crafted that I must have. I hope one day to be able to visit Ghana and buy one first hand for now this will do. This mask was smaller than the other two that I own, I wasn't expecting that but I do love the colors and what's referred to as the Baluba rings, which refers to the Luba people from the Congo region, the historic Luba Empire. In fact, I've learned that these particular masks are Luba kifwebes, masks used by the Luba people in ceremonies each mask uniquely carved with information encoded into the mask by use of color and striations such as the white rings. White a symbol of peace, moon and light for example. Only the Luba people know for sure what all the overlooked subtleties mean. I find myself however drawn to the internal posture to seek and find meaning in everything around you. That more than anything connects me to these masks. I will be buying more.

I love the mask. It was wrapped very well.

THIS THING IS SMALLER THAN MY HAND! I KNEW IT WASN'T LARGE TO BEGIN WITH BUT ITS LITERALLY 4" IN HEIGHT. I BOUGHT ONE AT AN AFRICAN MARKET THREE TIMES THE SIZE FOR THE SAME PRICE

Liked everything. Gift for my daughter.

Bought this as a gift. Slightly disappointed in the size. I thought it would be bigger.

Mask was great but it did not come with the certificate of authenticity. Please send that to me. Thank you.

Well made and the perfect size for my gallery wall.

Fantastic handcrafted mask! Perfect for a gift. Order early and please be patient as it takes time to make and send. Totally worth the wait!