Sankofa Silhouette Ghana Sese Wood Mask Hand Carved Brown Saranarat Strung on silk

Strung on silk

Fringe finishes both ends of the scarf

Presented by Ketut Karsini

creating the effect of a boomerang

A brilliant blue hue within a dramatic pattern accents this top

Sankofa Silhouette Ghana Sese Wood Mask Hand Carved Brown Saranarat Strung on silkThe Akan word sankofa means 'back to my roots' and is the inspiration for this design. This African mask is made from local materials by Ghanaian artisan Winfred Ansah Okoampah. Using sese wood, aluminum plate, and clay, the artist carves and crafts this beautiful piece. This design features the legendary adrinka symbol depicting two symmetrical birds. The artist completes the mask with intricate detailing and patterning, making this the perfect piece