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Gurunsi is a collective term for a group of cultures (Gurensi, Kasena, Lyele, Nuna, Nunuma, Sisala, and Winiama) which share the territories of Southern and Central Burkina Faso. This is a classic example of the Gurunsi style. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Burkina Faso Culture………………………… Gurunsi Function……………………….. Agricultural & Fertility Dimensions……………………. 78 x 36 x…
Gurunsi is a collective term for a group of cultures (Gurensi, Kasena, Lyele, Nuna, Nunuma, Sisala, and Winiama) which share the territories of Southern and Central Burkina Faso. This is a classic example of the Gurunsi style. This Beautiful antelope mask is adorned with classic Gurunsi patterns, dark patina and neutral colours. Mask Information Country of…
The Krahn in Liberia were originally hunters, farmers, and fishermen, traditionally focusing on rice and cassava production. The Krahn people believe that objects inherit a spirit or soul. This is also the reason for them to make offerings to the spirit whenever new land requires cultivating for fields or expansion. Typically, their female masks are viewed…
This African mask has been intricately metal worked with brass and wood.
Country of Origin…….………..Gabon
Function……………………….. Festivity and celebration.
Dimensions…………………….53 x 24 x 7cm
Pocket-sized masks share a wide variety of uses, serving as tokens for the initiated and given to children to ward off evil spirits or cure illnesses. Small masks placed on shrines would receive offerings and prayers , and over time accumulate a rich patina of different substances that obscure their features. Mask Information Country of…
Authentic antique ritual mask, estimated age: 50-70 years.
Country of Origin…………….Liberia
Culture………………………… Krahn
Function……………………….Ritual and entertainment
Dimensions…………………… 50 x 19 x 60cm
The Krahn in Liberia were originally hunters, farmers, and fishermen, traditionally focusing on rice and cassava production. The Krahn people believe that objects inherit a spirit or soul. This is also the reason for them to make offerings to the spirit whenever new land requires cultivating for fields or expansion. Typically, their female masks are viewed…
Stunning Dan mask that features a large headdress of chicken feathers; an accessory commonly used in fetish ceremonies.
Country of Origin…………………. Liberia
Ethnic Group………………………. Dan
Type…………………………………….. Dan Protection Mask
Function………………………………. Peace and Protection
Dimensions (L x W x H)………… 45 x 45 x 35cm
A symbol of harvest success!
This carved wood mask does not represent a single, identifiable animal. It is composed of elements from different animals and represents a “bush spirit,” emphasizing that it has no counterpart on earth.
Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast
Culture/ Ehnic Group………….Baule
Function……………………….. Celebration and Fertility
Dimensions……………………. 47 x 28.5 x 4cm
Marka masks are revered as channels to extremely powerful protective spirits who convey messages, frighten away evil, cure illnesses and encourage fertility. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Mali Culture………………………… Bambara Function……………………….. Protection, Celebration, Prosperity Dimensions……………………. 35 x 16 x 13cm
Ndoma masks portray an honoured person of the village who is celebrated during an elaborate ceremonial dance called Mblo, which is often performed on stilts. These masks represent the Baule people’s idealised vision of beauty, depicted in carefully carved features, elaborate hairstyles, and symbolic scarification. Mask Information Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast Culture………………………… Baule Function…………………………..
This striking mask is over 70 years old; a real treasure and in immaculate condition
Mask Information
Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast
Culture………………………… Baule
Function……………………….. Honour & Celebration
Dimensions……………………. 30 x 33 x 18cm
