Bird-Themed African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana 'Suumo Birds' Item ID: 2677064503

Name: Bird-Themed African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana 'Suumo Birds'
Brand: Rapheal L. Commey
SKU: 2677064503
Price: 129.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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"Ghanaian designer Rapheal L. Commey names this African mask Suumo, which means 'love' in the Ga language. Hand-carved from a single piece of sese wood, this mask features a red-orange color with the image of two love birds that bring their beaks together to hold a small brass accent. Patterns decorate the eyes, cheeks and chin of this mask, which is rubbed with clay for a rustic finish."

Item detail

0.79 lbs
14.5 inches H x 6 inches W x 3.1 inches D
Sese wood
brass
CA Residents: <img src="/2015/assets/images/icon/bw6pt.png" width="18" height="14"> <a href="/2015/assets/images/icon/p65.jpg" target="_blank">Prop 65 Warning</a>
Features a rustic
rugged finish
Hand-crafted item -- color
size and/or motif may vary slightly
Intended as wall decor

Made in Ghana

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Rapheal L. Commey

My name is Raphael Commey and I was born in Accra in 1989. My friends describe me as having good judgment, working hard and being a good communicator.

When I was in elementary school, I first became interested in wood carving. I was very good at art and enjoyed the stories behind each piece, which inspired me.

After finishing junior high school, I wasn't able to continue my studies so I decided to venture into carving. I learned to finish a carved piece and became skilled at it. I studied with a teacher and have now taught two others. I mastered woodcarving and improved on my finishing skills.

Once, a friend told me I would never prosper. Now, I look back at those difficult times, think about how much better things are today, and laugh.

Starting on my own wasn't that difficult because I obtained most of my working materials during my apprenticeship. I had almost everything I needed by the time I set up my workshop.

My favorite part of the creative process is polishing the finished piece. When people purchase my works, this inspires me to create more and new designs. My hope is to have a happy family and become a well-known artist.

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Rapheal L. Commey

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My name is Raphael Commey and I was born in Accra in 1989. My friends describe me as having good judgment, working hard and being a good communicator.

When I was in elementary school, I first became interested in wood carving. I was very good at art and enjoyed the stories behind each piece, which inspired me.

After finishing junior high school, I wasn't able to continue my studies so I decided to venture into carving. I learned to finish a carved piece and became skilled at it. I studied with a teacher and have now taught two others. I mastered woodcarving and improved on my finishing skills.

Once, a friend told me I would never prosper. Now, I look back at those difficult times, think about how much better things are today, and laugh.

Starting on my own wasn't that difficult because I obtained most of my working materials during my apprenticeship. I had almost everything I needed by the time I set up my workshop.

My favorite part of the creative process is polishing the finished piece. When people purchase my works, this inspires me to create more and new designs. My hope is to have a happy family and become a well-known artist.

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