NOVICA Artisan Handmade Liberian Wood Jute Mask from Africa Brown Ghana Masks [15.25in H x 7in W x 3.9in D] ' Monkey Antics'

Novica works together with talented artists, artisans, and designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake handmade treasures.About this item: Salihu Ibrahim crafts an extraordinary monkey mask with the artistic stylizations of Liberia's Dan people. Reserved for durbars, its purpose is to entertain those who have traveled miles and anxiously await the arrival of the chiefs. Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask by hand and adorns it with white clay details and jute.About our Artist: 'Upon the death of my father, I was sent to live with one of my father's closest friends, a renowned traditional carver to the then Akwamu chief and the people of Akwamu,' Salihu Ibrahim says. 'I worked with him for about 15 years, during which time I learned the styles and techniques of the Ashanti and Akwamu people. My work began to flourish and achieve recognition, and today, I have apprentice carvers working with me to learn the art of carving.'

• Size: 15.25 in. H x 7 in. W x 3.9 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 Salihu Ibrahim to craft this item
• Product info: Sese wood and jute