Dazed with a blank stare, this bird-headed mask calls on the descendants of dinosaurs to assemble and take to the skies. Working to advance Ghana's mask-making sector, artisan Philip Dankwa experiments with the uncanny, pushing the confines of the very definition of a mask. Specializing in woodworking since learning the craft at a young age, Dankwa carves this sese wood mask utilizing sculpting techniques inherited from master carvers in eastern Ghana.

Product Features: 

• Dimension: 12.5" H x 7.0" W x 6.25" D
• Weight: 1.54
• Color: Multi
• Material: Sese wood
• Made in Ghana

Story Behind the art:
"My name is Philip Dankwa; I was born in 1981. I am respectful, kind and hardworking. My specialization is in wood art. My love for art grew stronger at the secondary school level. I had the strong edge to do art, and so I studied art. Also whenever I visited museums, the love for art grew stronger. After my secondary school education, a close friend of mine who was into carving taught me to carve and finish. With respect, love and kindness, I learned the craft successfully.

"I model crafts such as masks and home decor accessories with wood. When designing, I look out for quality and unique finishing. I look up to people who have made it big in the art industry as my models. I market my finished products at an art market in Asamankese. My hope is to satisfy my online customers."

The handmade touch of artisan skill creates variations in color, size and design. If buying two of the same item, slight differences should be expected. Note: Color discrepancies may occur between this product and your computer screen.

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