Ghana Akan Fang Mask - Brass on Wood

$100.00
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DESCRIPTION

This is a handmade mask from Ghana, West Africa. Made of wood and brass in unique designs with finishes of the signature mask from the Akan people; Narrow angled eyes, wide forehead, flat nose, and symmetric lips.

Akan is the largest ethnic group in Ghana. The Akan people dominated trading and gold mines from the 15th-19th century emerging as one of the most influential communities in Africa. Great addition for walls in any room and suitable as gift for your art/cultural enthusiast friends and family for any occasion.

African Masks are highly regarded and sort-after by art enthusiasts and collectors. Not only for the unique details, but also for the several purposes they serve be it political, religious, entertainment, aesthetic, & others according to cultural beliefs. A phenomenon common to the various tribes across individual countries inside Africa.

PLEASE NOTE: These masks are handmade and there are variations that might be slightly different than the stock photo.

SIZE

  • Size is shown as Width x Height in inches.
  • LARGE - 5in x 18in. / 14 oz
  • SMALL - 4in x 12in. / 9 oz

MATERIAL

  • Sese Wood

FRAMING

  • Ready to hang

SHIPPING & PACKAGING

  • Orders are shipped from Chicago, USA within 1–2 business days.
  • Estimated shipping time 2-3 business days, depending on the location.
  • You will receive a shipping confirmation with the tracking number once it ships.
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