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AU $330.00 – AU $580.00
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)
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AU $990.00 Original price was: AU $990.00.AU $790.00Current price is: AU $790.00.
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…
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AU $990.00 Original price was: AU $990.00.AU $790.00Current price is: AU $790.00.
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…
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AU $1,400.00 AU $1,050.00
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
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AU $440.00 AU $330.00
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…
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AU $2,800.00 AU $2,100.00
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
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AU $900.00 Original price was: AU $900.00.AU $720.00Current price is: AU $720.00.
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…
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AU $190.00 Original price was: AU $190.00.AU $133.00Current price is: AU $133.00.
Mudcloth is an iconic symbol of West African art and cultural heritage. Also known as Bogolanfini, mudcloth was pioneered by the women of Mali’s Bambara culture centuries ago. Each piece of hand stitched and hand-dyed cloth tells a story. Patterns represent cultural and environmental knowledge, wealth, relationships and status. A single piece can take up…
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AU $190.00 Original price was: AU $190.00.AU $133.00Current price is: AU $133.00.
Mudcloth is an iconic symbol of West African art and cultural heritage. Also known as Bogolanfini, mudcloth was pioneered by the women of Mali’s Bambara culture centuries ago. Each piece of hand stitched and hand-dyed cloth tells a story. Patterns represent cultural and environmental knowledge, wealth, relationships and status. A single piece can take up…
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AU $900.00 Original price was: AU $900.00.AU $765.00Current price is: AU $765.00.
Songye shields tell the conflictual history of this people, who inhabit the central eastern region of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Once a vital part of the warrior’s garb, Songye shields are still hand carved from a solid piece of timber and typically feature violently zig-zagging grooves and white patina. Shield Information Country of Origin…………….. Zaire…
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AU $720.00 Original price was: AU $720.00.AU $595.00Current price is: AU $595.00.
Aged Baule door with crocodile motifs
In excellent condition.
Door Details
Country of Origin………… Ivory Coast
Culture…………………….. Baule
Function…………………… Granary door/ Decoration.
Age ………………………….. 40-50 years
Dimensions (L x W x H)…… 67 x 3 x 97cm
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AU $195.00 AU $146.25
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
