Traditional African Masks

 

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African masks from West and Central Africa, sourced directly from their region of origin.

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  • Sale! Bwa Mask Five Pack - Sky and Earth

    Bwa Mask Five Pack – Sky and Earth

    $265 $212

    A fabulous assortment of our favourite Bwa masks. Start your collection at a great price!

    Mask Width (cm) Height (cm)
    Bird 12 42
    Hog 10 22
    Bird 13 31
    Bird 13 38
    Butterfly 43 13
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  • Sale! Bwa Face Mask :: (BF-BWA-0155)

    Bwa Face Mask :: (BF-BWA-0155)

    Original price was: $50.Current price is: $45.

    Face Spirit Bwa mask.

    Dimensions: 12cm wide x 18cm high

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  • Sale! West African art and wall decoration mask colourful

    Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-013)

    Original price was: $90.Current price is: $81.

    Country of Origin: Ghana
    Culture: Bakota
    Function: Celebration
    Dimensions: 33 x 30 x 10cm

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  • Sale! Baule Potrait Mask (IV-baule-0073)

    Baule Potrait Mask (IV-baule-0073)

    Original price was: $200.Current price is: $180.

    The Baule people are farmers who populate the eastern side of the Ivory Coast, being part of the Akan people who dwell in both Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Their art has been described as one of the most important tribal styles in the Ivory Coast. Using heavily stylized designs for statues and masks, their…

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  • Sale! Baule Potrait Mask (IV-baule-0071)

    Baule Potrait Mask (IV-baule-0071)

    Original price was: $200.Current price is: $180.

    The Baule people are farmers who populate the eastern side of the Ivory Coast, being part of the Akan people who dwell in both Ghana and the Ivory Coast. Their art has been described as one of the most important tribal styles in the Ivory Coast. Using heavily stylized designs for statues and masks, their…

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  • Sale! Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-011)

    Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-011)

    $280 $224

    An African Bakota mask that originates from Ghana and has been handcrafted by a tribesman from the Bakota tribe. This African mask has been decorated with brass and colorful blue,red and white bead inlays. A Bakota mask is used for festivity and celebration. It features the characteristics of an elderly man with a small beard,…

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  • Sale! West African colourful mask for home decor

    Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-010)

    $280 $224

    An African Bakota mask that originates from Ghana and has been handcrafted by a tribesman from the Bakota tribe. This African mask has been decorated with brass and colorful blue,red and white bead inlays. A Bakota mask is used for festivity and celebration. It features the characteristics of an elderly man with a small beard,…

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  • Sale! Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-007)

    Ghana Bakota Mask :: (GH-Bako-007)

    Original price was: $140.Current price is: $126.

    An African Bakota mask that originates from Ghana and has been handcrafted by a tribesman from the Bakota tribe. This African mask has been decorated with brass and colorful blue,red and white bead inlays. A Bakota mask is used for festivity and celebration. It features the characteristics of an elderly man with a small beard,…

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  • Sale! Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-011)

    Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-011)

    Original price was: $330.Current price is: $297.

    The Dan people believe that the Du spirits of the wild  manifest themselves in masks, in order to guide and sustain. These masks incarnate female beauty, worn by dancers with gliding steps and graceful movements. She entertains and instructs the village in peaceful pursuits, regulating disagreements and protecting children. Mask Details Country of Origin…………………. Liberia…

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  • Sale! Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-010)

    Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-010)

    Original price was: $330.Current price is: $297.

    The Dan people believe that the Du spirits of the wild  manifest themselves in masks, in order to guide and sustain. These masks incarnate female beauty, worn by dancers with gliding steps and graceful movements. She entertains and instructs the village in peaceful pursuits, regulating disagreements and protecting children. Mask Details Country of Origin…………………. Liberia…

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  • Sale! Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-009)

    Dan Protection Mask (LIB-DAN-009)

    Original price was: $330.Current price is: $297.

    Features a large headdress of chicken feathers; an accessory commonly used in fetish ceremonies. The Dan people believe that the Du spirits of the wild  manifest themselves in masks, in order to guide and sustain. These masks incarnate female beauty, worn by dancers with gliding steps and graceful movements. She entertains and instructs the village…

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  • Sale! Bwa Sun Mask :: (BF-BWA-0129)

    Bwa Sun Mask :: (BF-BWA-0129)

    Original price was: $220.Current price is: $198.

    The Bwa sun mask has been appreciated by artists and collectors alike. Sun Masks are contemporary pieces which marry the stylistic features of the Bwa and Bobo. Appearing during agricultural and harvest festivals, they honour the Sun and its power to yield a healthy crop. The chequer-board light and dark geometric patterns are understood and…

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FAQs

Our collection spans West and Central Africa, featuring masks from Burkina Faso, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Mali, Nigeria, and Ghana. Bwa masks from Burkina Faso are a highlight – including sun masks and animal forms like antelope, elephant, butterfly, and chameleon – known for their bold geometric patterns and flat, carved profiles.

From Gabon, we have Kwele masks with their heart-shaped faces and wide eyes, alongside Fang masks with elongated, minimalist features.

You’ll also find pieces from the Baule and Senufo cultures, each reflecting distinct carving traditions. While most of our masks are rooted in traditional forms and ceremonial use, we also feature contemporary African-inspired designs.

We curate African masks for their craftsmanship, cultural accuracy, and material quality.
Our collection features work carved by African artisans using traditional techniques and genuine hardwoods from their regions.

What we look for:

  • Cultural authenticity – African masks that honor their true tribal and ethnic origins, not replicas or copies from other regions.
  • Timber quality – hardwoods that age beautifully and develop rich character over time.
  • Craftsmanship – symmetry, detail work, and skilled carving.
  • Natural finish – the wood’s natural aging process creates depth and warmth you can’t replicate artificially.


Traditional African masks follow designs passed down through generations for purposes like ceremonies, protection, healing, and storytelling.
Contemporary African masks are creative works by individual carvers – still rooted in cultural tradition and handmade using ancestral techniques, but with artistic freedom.
Both approaches honor their origins. The difference is purpose: one serves ritual function, the other celebrates artistic heritage.

What we avoid: Mass-produced pieces, culturally inaccurate copies, and masks made outside their region of origin.

We take great care in packing and sending all our Artefacts – these are fragile and rare pieces that demand the utmost care and consideration, so they arrive at their end destination in the same condition as when they left Africa.

Shipping costs and delivery timeframes are calculated at checkout based on your location and order size.
We offer free shipping Australia-wide for orders over $90. Full details are available on our shipping page.

Carved African mask with curved horn-like extensions displayed on a wooden table