Artisan Ghanaian Mask No.5 Accessories heavy weight gong has been

heavy weight gong has been individually hand hammered in Kathmandu

The instrument is then filled with tiny gravel before the ends are sealed shut

Min weight: 517g Max weight: 570g

and they open to an intricate nativity scene in equally vibrant colours

These gourds act as resonating chambers

Artisan Ghanaian Mask No.5 Accessories heavy weight gong has beenBeautiful large Ghanaian mask, hand crafted in the artists community north of Accra in Ghana. The mask has been made from African cedar, known locally as Tweneboa wood and any metal used is either scrap or recycled. The outside edge is carved with traditional African patterns. African masks have great cultural importance and typically depict animal and human characteristics. Traditionally they were worn during various ceremonies and in some instances