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Fertility Dolls

In Ghana it's generally believed that barrenness is brought on my evil. To protect themselves young married women keep a fertility doll and treat it as a child. By doing this she will have real children. Height, width and weight are given individually for each statue. Materials used include sese wood, natural clay, nails, aluminium plate, paint, glue, and wax polish.

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SES001 Fertility Doll

SES001 Fertility Doll


1 doll for $35

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Height:  17 in (43 cm)
Width:    6.5 in (17 cm)
Weight:   0.8 kg

SES005 Baaba Fertility Doll

SES005 Baaba Fertility Doll


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This doll is given as an engagement present by a man to his intended bride.

Height:  23 in (58.5 cm)
Width:    8.5 in (22 cm)
Weight:  1.8 kg

SES006 Kofi Ashanti Doll (Male)

SES006 Kofi Ashanti Doll (Male)


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The people of the village of Kekekam, in the Eastern Region of Ghana keep this male Ashanti doll to ensure that they get a male child.

Height:  24 in (61 cm)
Width:    7.5 in (18 cm)
Weight:   1.8 kg

SES007 Esi Atta, Fante Doll

SES007 Esi Atta, Fante Doll


1 doll for $42

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The Fantes of the Central Region of Ghana use this doll for fertility.

Height:  25 in (63 cm)
Width:    8 in (20 cm)
Weight:   2 kg

SES008 Yaa Ashanti Doll

SES008 Yaa Ashanti Doll


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This is a special Ashanti doll given to a married couple who have been married for a long time without children.

Height:  25 in (63 cm)
Width:    9.5 in (24 cm)
Weight:   1.5 kg

SES009 Mawuli, Ewe Fertility Doll

SES009 Mawuli, Ewe Fertility Doll


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Amongst the people of Adidome, in the Volta Region this unique doll is used to ensure fertility in marriage.

Height:  24 in (61 cm)
Width:    8 in (20 cm)
Weight:   1 kg

Standing Wooden Statues

These statues each have their own story and are a unique part of African culture. Height, width and weight are given individually for each statue. Materials used include sese wood, natural clay, nails, aluminium plate, paint, glue, and wax polish.

SES002 Kota Figure

SES002 Kota Figure


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This figure is used by the people of Gabon to repell witchcraft.

Height:  24 in (61 cm)
Width:    9 in (23 cm)
Weight:   1.4 kg

SES003 Efua Ashante Female Doll

SES003 Efua Ashante Female Doll


1 statue for $48

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Height:  23 in (58.5 cm)
Width:    8.5 in (22 cm)
Weight:  1.8 kg

SES004 Akosua - Large Female Ashanti Doll

SES004 Akosua - Large Female Ashanti Doll


1 statue for $48

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Height:  26 in (66 cm)
Width:    8.5 in (22 cm)
Weight:   1.8 kg

SES010 Afua Ashanti Doll

SES010 Afua Ashanti Doll


1 statue for $35

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Height:  24 in (61 cm)
Width:    7 in (18 cm)
Weight:   0.8 kg

SES011 Kota Group Figure

SES011 Kota Group Figure


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This type of Kota figure from Gabon would be placed in a shrine. The figures protect the relics from witchcraft and receive sacrifices meant to ensure that the villagers live long, healthy and prosperous lives.

Height:  24.5 in (62 cm)
Width:    7.5 in (18 cm)
Weight:   1 kg

SES012 Pot (Kuku) Doll

SES012 Pot (Kuku) Doll


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Kuku means 'pot' in the Akan language. This lovely decorative piece is kept in the house of the potters.

Height:  31 in (79 cm)
Width:    11 in (28 cm)
Weight:  3 kg

Wooden Masks

This superb selection of hanging masks is brought to you from SEFAM Enterprises, one of Ghana's leading makers of wooden masks and statues. They have also provided us with the stories behind the masks so you can interpret them for your customers. Materials used include sese wood, emulsion paint, aluminum plate, nails, mansion polish, clay, potassium and white carpenters glue. Height, width and weight are given individually for each piece.

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SEM001 Fakye Mask

SEM001 Fakye Mask


Single mask $30

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'Fakye' means to forgive. The two eyes at the top of the mask see everywhere, hence when one forgives, he is forgiven.

Height:  20.5 in (52 cm)
Width:    5.5 in (14 cm)
Shipping weight:   0.95 kg

SEM002 Kalao Bird Mask

SEM002 Kalao Bird Mask


Single mask $30

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This bird is commonly noted for bringing good luck.

Height:  18 in (46 cm)
Width:    7 in (17 cm)
Shipping weight:   1.1 kg

SEM003 Planting Moon Mask

SEM003 Planting Moon Mask


Single mask $26

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This joyful mask is an expressive piece wished to be possessed by everyone during the planting season.

Height:  10 in (25 cm)
Width:  10 in (25 cm)
Shipping weight:  0.95 kg

SEM004 Harvest Moon Mask

SEM004 Harvest Moon Mask


Single mask $26

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This nice mask is given to loved ones as a symbol of love and unity, wishing them plenty in the dry season.

Height:  10 in (25 cm)
Width:   10 in (25 cm)
Shipping weight:  0.95 kg

SEM005 Bo Brapa Male Mask

SEM005 Bo Brapa Male Mask


Single mask $30

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'Bo' means lead and 'Brapa' means a good life. Parents give this mask to their sons as a reminder to live well.

Height:  19.5 in (50 cm)
Width:    6.5 in (16 cm)
Shipping weight:   0.95 kg

SEM006 Bo Brapa Female Mask

SEM006 Bo Brapa Female Mask


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'Bo' means lead and 'Brapa' means a good life. Parents give this mask to their daughters as a reminder to live well.

Height:  19.5 in (50 cm)
Width:    6.5 in (16 cm)
Shipping weight:   0.95 kg

SEM007 Esi Mansa Mask

SEM007 Esi Mansa Mask


Single mask $30

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Esi Mansa was the name of a female trader from the people of Magoase in the Eastern part of Ghana.

Height:  17 in (44 cm)
Width:   6.5 in (17 cm)
Shipping weight:  0.95 kg

SEM008 Nsoroma Mask

SEM008 Nsoroma Mask


Single mask $35

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Nsoroma means star in the Akan language, which is a symbol of hope and success.

Height:  21.5 in (54 cm)
Width:  8.5 in (22 cm)
Shipping weight:  1.7 kg

SEM009 Anomaa Mask

SEM009 Anomaa Mask


Single mask $42

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'Anomaa' means bird. The bird on the top of this mask is a symbol of hope and life. The Anomaa mask restores hope and confidence. The two round holes symbolize the ways that hope and confidence can enter.

Height:  28 in (71 cm)
Width:    10 in (25 cm)
Weight:   2.1 kg

SEM010 Horned Anomaa Mask

SEM010 Horned Anomaa Mask


Single mask $42

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This Anomaa or bird mask has a horn which means that one must struggle or work hard to make it in life. The bird represents life.

Height:  26.5 in (67 cm)
Width:    9.5 in (24 cm)
Weight:   2.6 kg

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