Traditional African Calabash Mask with Raffia Accents 'Ghana's Soul' Item ID: 2671805241

Name: Traditional African Calabash Mask with Raffia Accents 'Ghana's Soul'
Brand: Ayoma Alhassan
SKU: 2671805241
Price: 147.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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"Natural raffia fibers adorn a traditional creation by Ayoma Alhassan from Ghana. Fascinated by the country's culture, the artisan puts all his creativity into an African dried calabash mask hand-painted in a palette of warm hues. Furthermore, the piece has brass accents, creating a classic vibe."

Item detail

2.77 lb
7 inches H x 7 inches W x 3.5 inches D
0.49 lbs
7 inches H x 7 inches W x 3.5 inches D
Dried calabash
brass plate
raffia
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Hand-crafted item -- color
size and/or motif may vary slightly
Rustic
rugged finish

Made in Ghana

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Ayoma Alhassan

"In line with my work, I met a lady whom I married, and we had two kids. Unfortunately, she is now dead, but I remarried because I was still young. My dream for the future is to revamp my old workshop. Art for me is a passion, and so I will be teaching more and more youth. I have also taught my son to do the calabash art finishing. My aim is to continue building on my creative skills.”

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Ayoma Alhassan

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“I am Ayoma Alhassaan. I was born in Nima, a suburb of Accra. My mum was a trader and my dad a gardener. I come from a very large family; I have 5 siblings. I am a very hardworking artist. After form 3, I didn't continue with my education. A friend of mine convinced me to travel to Lagos, Nigeria, and that was why I didn't continue with my education. I had to work in a harbor. From Lagos I went to Libya, and later I returned to Ghana to learn art and finishing at the Accra Art Centre. That was where I also learned to design calabash pieces, and I have now mastered the craft.

"In line with my work, I met a lady whom I married, and we had two kids. Unfortunately, she is now dead, but I remarried because I was still young. My dream for the future is to revamp my old workshop. Art for me is a passion, and so I will be teaching more and more youth. I have also taught my son to do the calabash art finishing. My aim is to continue building on my creative skills.”

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