NOVICA Handcrafted Grey 'Elephant's Effort' Wooden Mask - African Tribal Art Wall Decor for Home & Office | Unique Gift for Housewarming, Wedding & Cultural Events

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NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, works together with talented artisan designers around the world to produce stunning, keepsake treasures. Our mantra is to spread global happiness, so rest assured - we’ll do everything we possibly can to ensure you’re a happy customer. About this item: With attentive ears, curious eyes and a strong trunk, this young elephant is ready to take on any challenge. Daniel Nyadedzor carves a handsome gift mask from Ghana's Ewe people, named Atiglinyi (Elephant). Such masks are given to someone who has been able to achieve a huge and difficult assignment successfully. About our Artist: 'After completing a course in auto mechanics, getting a job was difficult and neither my parents nor I could afford the high cost of the machinery I would need to set up on my own. I struggled by doing menial jobs, but I managed to save what I could until I had enough money to buy a small piece of land and raise a wooden store. I started buying finished carvings, and in the evenings I learned to carve these beautiful items. My inspiration comes through dreams, so when I wake up I immediately put the design on paper in order not to lose the idea.'