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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…
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…
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…
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…
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
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
This intricate Ashanti Stool features the symbol of Funtunfunefu – Denkyemfunefu or Siamese crocodiles, representing democracy and unity.
Details
Country of Origin………………Ghana
Culture………………………… Ashanti
Function……………………….. Furniture
Dimensions……………………. 50 x 45 x 27cm
Older statues set (40-55 years) – Beautifully carved in the quintessential Baule style, this couple represent fertility, hope and beauty.
Significantly sized to make a real feature statement in the home.
Country of Origin………..Ivory Coast
Culture……………………….. Baule
Function……………………… Fertility, Hope, Beauty
Dimensions……………….84cm x 30cm x 26cm (each statue)
Figure Details Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast Function……………………… Decoration Dimensions………………….. 58cm x 10cm x 12cm
Figure Details Country of Origin…………….. Ivory Coast Function……………………… Decoration Dimensions………………….. 58 x 10cm x 12 cm
