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7.9" W x 14.6" H x 3.9" D

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Weight:  1.9 lbs

 

Sese wood

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Wood mask, 'Instrument of Power'

Bright color distinguishes this beautiful mask from the Bakuba kingdom in Central Congo. Stripes cover the symmetrical features in a smooth work of minimalist elegance. Victor Yao Delanyo works in sese wood, carving, painting and polishing the piece by hand. Such masks are used as instruments of power for the king's police.
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Victor Yao Delanyo

Victor Yao Delanyo

"My works have been exhibited in the United States, as well as in Germany, Belgium, France and Australia."
"My name is Victor Yao Delanyo; I was born in January 28, 1966 in the Volta Region of Ghana. I completed my elementary school education in 1982. Due to financial difficulties I could not further my education, so I joined my brother-in-law who was...

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Victor Yao Delanyo

"My name is Victor Yao Delanyo; I was born in January 28, 1966 in the Volta Region of Ghana. I completed my elementary school education in 1982. Due to financial difficulties I could not further my education, so I joined my brother-in-law who was a master carver, specializing in traditional African objects. I have been working independently for the past ten years and I am proud to mention that my works have been exhibited in the United States, as well as in Germany, Belgium, France and Australia.

"I work with ten experienced carvers. We acquire a type of hardwood known as sese for carving masks. The image is first sketched on paper, and then given to the apprentices to carve. We chip at the wood to get the desired figure or shape, then use sandpaper and polish to achieve a smooth object of good quality. I use red and black emulsion paint for the finishing. Other materials used to decorate and preserve our works are metal plates and sometimes clay."

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Thankyou so much for the beautiful mask! It arrived so quickly and was packaged so safely. Thankyou also for the handwritten card. You are very talented. I won't hesitate buying again from you....

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