Artisan Ghanaian Mask No.5 Tingsha Most of the worlds soapstone

Most of the worlds soapstone originates from Kisii in the western highlands of Kenya and so is home to the best soapstone artisans and carvers

adding percussion to a conga or kit setup

Traditionally crafted from a dough of potato starch and mineral powders

It is unique and is perfect as a centrepiece to a collection

Artisan Ghanaian Mask No.5 Tingsha Most of the worlds soapstoneBeautiful large Ghanaian mask, hand crafted in the artists community north of Accra in Ghana. The mask has been made from African cedar, known locally as Tweneboa wood and any metal used is either scrap or recycled. The outside edge is carved with traditional African patterns. African masks have great cultural importance and typically depict animal and human characteristics. Traditionally they were worn during various ceremonies and in some instances