Bidspirit auction | 11 1/2” Ghanaian Akan Carved

11 1/2” Ghanaian Akan Carved Wood Mask - Hand-carved wooden mask of elongated oval form featuring pierced circular eyes, an open mouth, and a symmetrical facial composition. The surface is decorated with geometric metallic inlay elements arranged in repeating triangular patterns across the face. Concentric rows of red beadwork surround the eyes, while blue, white, and black beadwork accents the nose and mouth, creating a vibrant decorative program. Height: approximately 11 1/2 inches. Carved from wood and finished with a dark surface treatment. The design combines carved relief, beadwork, and geometric inlay to create a highly stylized presentation characteristic of Ghanaian Akan artistic traditions. Visible wood grain, construction details, and hand-worked surfaces are present throughout. Condition includes surface wear, abrasions, age-related shrinkage cracks, and scattered losses. Notable losses are present to the mouth area and portions of the central nose section, with additional cracking visible across the facial surface. Minor losses and wear are present to some of the inlaid decorative elements. No repairs or restorations are apparent from the examined view. A decorative Ghanaian Akan mask displaying an intricate combination of carving, beadwork, and geometric ornamentation. Condition: Ancient Authentic