Emmanuel Opoku Asante

Emmanuel Opoku Asante hand-carved African masks and sculptures

"I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person.

"I specialize in antiqued and shining art. I started craft work at a youthful age and was taught by Master Peter Ampah, of blessed memories, at Mataheko in Accra. I am very good at drawing and so, when I see objects carved out of wood, I am attracted to them. I realized I could use my skill in drawing to come up with exciting designs that could be carved out of wood.

"So far, I have been able to teach eight people who are using the skill acquired to earn a living. I am currently working with my two brothers as assistants.

"I use sese wood, ebony wood and paint, which are very easy to work with. The favorite thing about my art is the finishing, where I take my time to give each item a very beautiful finish. Working with these sharp tools can be dangerous, and that is what I find challenging.

"I get my inspiration from my workers, when I see the joy with which they approach their work, and from the compliments I receive from customers on our designs.

"To be able to master this art, it takes obedience to learn, to focus and be alert anytime you are working. It also takes constant practice.

"I cut wood from the forest to get materials. My local communities derive firewood from the scrap wood at my workplace, and some of the community people are also given temporal jobs at my workshop.

"My hopes and dreams are to become an international exporter and a famous person in my locality."

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"I was born on April 27, 1963 at Nkranza in the Central region of Ghana. I am a jovial and hardworking person.

"I specialize in antiqued and shining art. I started craft work at a youthful age and was taught by Master Peter Ampah, of blessed memories, at Mataheko in Accra. I am very good at drawing and so, when I see objects carved out of wood, I am attracted to them. I realized I could use my skill in drawing to come up with exciting designs that could be carved out of wood.

"So far, I have been able to teach eight people who are using the skill acquired to earn a living. I am currently working with my two brothers as assistants.

"I use sese wood, ebony wood and paint, which are very easy to work with. The favorite thing about my art is the finishing, where I take my time to give each item a very beautiful finish. Working with these sharp tools can be dangerous, and that is what I find challenging.

"I get my inspiration from my workers, when I see the joy with which they approach their work, and from the compliments I receive from customers on our designs.

"To be able to master this art, it takes obedience to learn, to focus and be alert anytime you are working. It also takes constant practice.

"I cut wood from the forest to get materials. My local communities derive firewood from the scrap wood at my workplace, and some of the community people are also given temporal jobs at my workshop.

"My hopes and dreams are to become an international exporter and a famous person in my locality."

Africa Artisan Empowerment Hub

The traditional arts are a vibrant aspect of everyday life in West Africa. From richly intricate handwoven kente cloth fabrics, to intricately colorful beaded arts, ceremonial masks, and exquisite jewelry, to traditional throne-stools hand-carved for customers by the Ashanti king's actual chief carver, artisans proudly offer their region's finest handmade works of art.

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Maker BadgeCaring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Maker BadgeJob Creator

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

Maker BadgeMoving On Up

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

Maker BadgePreserving Traditions

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

Maker BadgeProfound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Maker BadgeMicrocredit Financing

Emmanuel Opoku Asante has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $800.

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Hand Carved Dan Tribe African Mask 'Dan Protector'

$104.99

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Joseph It came just as it looks in the photo and I put it up on my wall with the rest of my collection and it looks fantastic!! I will be buying more from this very talented artist

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6 Badges for Emmanuel Opoku Asante

Maker BadgeCaring for Children

This artist supports children under the age of 18.

Maker BadgeJob Creator

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

Maker BadgeMoving On Up

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

Maker BadgePreserving Traditions

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

Maker BadgeProfound Impact

Every purchase from this artist has a profound impact on their livelihood and income.

Maker BadgeMicrocredit Financing

Emmanuel Opoku Asante has received 4 microcredit loans with 0% interest from Kiva and Novica, the first for $300 and the most recent for $800.

7 Reviews for

Emmanuel Opoku Asante

October 29, 2023

T Taniea

This peice adding just what I needed for my gallery wall.

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June 7, 2022

I Ingeborg

I was very happy that I made this purchase. It looks exactly like it looked on the picture. It is a unique mask and it is very well made. It was packaged very good no damage at all.

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July 3, 2021

J Joseph

It came just as it looks in the photo and I put it up on my wall with the rest of my collection and it looks fantastic!! I will be buying more from this very talented artist

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March 27, 2021

J Jose

It is a nice mask, but it looks much simpler and less impressive as you pull it out of the box. Having said that, it is very nice to accompany other masks on your wall. I think it is a good complement to the "Ancestor's Spirit" Mask.

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February 10, 2021

C Claude

This mask is exquisite. Looks awesome on my wall. Even my cat looks at it in awe and mystery.

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September 22, 2017

B Benjamin (.

It took a little while for this mask to arrive because of the hurricanes, and it was worth the wait. I call this Northern Spirit Mask my Donald Trump mask, noting the correlation between money and water. When I displayed my Dan Protector Mask, I heard the Spirits rhythmic song as they were released to do thier work. I am a Christian and believe in the Holy Spirit embodied in these masks. Thanks Mr... read more

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August 10, 2017

B Benjamin (.

The hair of the Mask was/is not as depicted. Still love it. Thank you.

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September 22, 2017

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