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Multicolor Wood Recycled Glass Bead African Mask from Ghana 'Samba Messenger'

Samba Messenger

Multicolor Wood Recycled Glass Bead African Mask from Ghana

$49.99

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SKU: 276569

Description

Recycled glass beads in a variety of colors adorn the surface of this eco-friendly African mask, hand-carved from local sese wood. Featuring an original design by Ghanaian artisan Awudu Saaed, the mask also features hand-painted motifs for a complex look. The artisan names the mask Samba, meaning 'messenger' in the language of the Zarma people from Niger.

Sese wood, recycled glass beads
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor
Promotes recycling and reduces waste
0.40 lbs
10.8 inches H x 3 inches W x 1.6 inches D

Made in Ghana

Meet the Artist

Awudu Saaed

All the GOOD

Caring for Children
Job Creator
Microcredit Financing
Moving On Up
Preserving the Environment
Preserving Traditions
Profound Impact

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Caring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

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Job Creator

This artist positively impacts their community through job creation and provides jobs for 2 or more people.

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Microcredit Financing
Moving On Up

This artist has dramatically improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA.

The Moving On Up Badge is awarded to artisans that have more than doubled their income and improved their livelihood by working with NOVICA
Preserving the Environment

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Preserving Traditions

This artist uses traditional techniques handed down through the generations and/or creates culturally significant items, helping keep these traditions alive.

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Profound Impact

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