Tag Archives: African Tribes

Five Travel Destinations for Visiting Mask Makers in West Africa

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Lotus Masks Admin

Do you love the masks of Lotus Masks & World Imports and have a trip to Africa planned in the near future? If so, here are some tips for some great places to check out. Africa is an extremely diverse … Continue reading →

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African Masks and African Art in Ghana

Posted on February 7, 2011 by Lotus Masks Admin

There are six major ethnic groups in Ghana: Ashanti, Ewe, Guma, Guan, Mole-Dagbani and Ga-Adangbe. The Ashanti people are the largest and their chief crafts are African mask and African statue making, woodwork and weaving. They are noted for their … Continue reading →

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An Introduction To The Art of Ivory Coast; African Masks & African Statues

Posted on January 21, 2011 by Lotus Masks Admin

The most dominant form of Ivorian art is the African mask. Of the over sixty ethnic groups in Ivory Coast, the most popular masks are made by the Baoule, the Senuofo, the Dan and the Guro. Because quite a number … Continue reading →

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