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Item specifics

Art Type:	Wall decor	Category:	Collectibles
Era:	1900-Now	Material:	wood
Original or Reproduction:	Original	Region or Culture:	African
Type:	Handmade	Usage:	Decor & Collectibles

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Tumi Mmen

Suggested Retail: US $205.95

Wood masks, 'Tumi Mmen' (set of 3)

by Madam Adwoa & Onyame Akwan Dooso

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While helping her mother, Madam Adwoa began to offer a small number of woodcarvings, which to her surprise sold very well in the market. This inspired to pursue woodcarving as a career.

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This set of three masks mirrors the artistic and aesthetic elegance of West Africa as they recall the power and glory of an ancestor, possibly a high priest, war hero, or royal person. Their high-ranking position or spiritual significance is noted by the horns on their head, hence the name of this trio, Tumi Mmen - the "horns of power and influence." Madam Adwoa and the artisans at her workshop, Onyame Akwan Dooso, recreate the images in sese wood with hand-made tools. The central mask features brass plates and copper wiring to resemble the facial markings and decorations traditionally worn by such personalities. A powerful triad, these masks are certain command notoriety in a tasteful setting.

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Size

Mask on left: 4.3 inches W x 9.8 inches H x 2.0 inches D

Mask in center: 7.1 inches W x 19.3 inches H x 2.0 inches D

Mask on right: 4.3 inches W x 7.9 inches H x 1.2 inches D

Weight

2.43 pounds

Materials

Sese wood

Suggested Retail: US $205.95

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Madam Adwoa & Onyame Akwan Dooso

While helping her mother, Madam Adwoa began to offer a small number of woodcarvings, which to her surprise sold very well in the market. This inspired to pursue woodcarving as a career.

Madam Adwoa became involved in handicrafts through her mother, who sold Adinkra symbols and kente cloths. While helping her mother, she began to offer a small number of woodcarvings, which to her ... read more

Customer Reviews of Madam Adwoa & Onyame Akwan Dooso
I am very pleased with the elegant and expressive trio of Tumi Mmen masks created by Madam Adwoa & Onymae Akwan Dooso. The different textures of the polished wood and brass plates makes them enjoyable to both eye and hand. They are outstanding! Thank you! Sincerely, Lori
- Lori Reeves

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