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African batiks were pioneered by the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria and the Wolof of Senegal. Eventually blending with similar mediums from Asia, batiks have become highly cherished across West Africa. Blending traditional and contemporary techniques, designs can portray everything from marital status to political and religious beliefs, cultural stories – and often just for their…
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…
The price for this statue is $250. This item requires courier freight and cannot be purchased online; please see details below.
Striking tall pair of Senufu “Poro” figures from Ivory Coast.
While the Senufo blacksmiths and professional sculptors carved countless small statues, generally under 30cm in height, those of larger size are relatively rare…
These Statues can be bought individually or as a set of 2 (Male and Female).
Please note Cracks in Female (see pics)
These ornate brass statues from the Edo people of the Benin/Nigerian boarder are famous among collectors world wide. Each is a depiction of an Oba; the ruler. The bronzing tradition is over 500 years old, and replicas like these of original ancient royalty keep the skill of this stunning artform alive. This style, with its…
These ornate brass statues from the Edo people of the Benin/Nigerian boarder are famous among collectors world wide. Each is a depiction of an Oba; the ruler. The bronzing tradition is over 500 years old, and replicas like these of original ancient royalty keep the skill of this stunning artform alive. This style, with its…
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
This a Luna Mask, representing the moon. A rarer find than the Sun Mask. Their geometric patterns are understood and interpreted in increasingly complex ways depending on the observer. The use of light and dark pigments represent dichotomy of innocence and knowledge. This mask has blue and white features. Mask Information Country of Origin……………… Ivory…
