BOGOLANFINI MUDCLOTH 2
$95.00
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African Mask
62 x 43 inches
Mud Cloth, also known as Bogolanfini, is hand-spun, handwoven, and dyed using fermented mud, a technique passed down through generations in the Bamana region of Mali. It is traditionally worn by hunters for ritual protection and serves as a status symbol in Malian culture. Modern versions may be dyed with a solution made from tree leaves and bark, and designs can be painted on top, sometimes using stencils. The fabric often features intricate geometric designs in colors like brown, mustard, black, and white.
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KUBA ROYAL MASK
$900.00
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African mask
15 x 13 x 14 inches
These masks, including the Ngaady-a-Mwaash, are central to Kuba masquerades and appear in public ceremonies, initiation rites, funerals, and royal gatherings.
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SONGYE POWER FIGURE
$125.00
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African Mask
5 X 12 inches
These sculptures are typically used within homes as protective or healing magic figures, believed to provide a physical link between the world of gods and men and to embody spiritual forces. Songye power figures, particularly larger ones, were central to the life of Songye communities, acting as intercessors between ancestral spirits and the living. The creation of a Nkishi was a public event, involving the community, a skilled carver, and an experienced ritual specialist (nganga).
The face of the figure in the image recalls the Kifwebe mask, and the hands are positioned around a protruding abdomen, suggestive of lineage.
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AFRICAN FANG MASK 1
$205.00
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African Mask
8 x 24 inches
The Fang people are a prominent Bantu ethnic group in Central Africa, particularly known for their presence in Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and Cameroon. African masks serve various purposes, including religious rituals, social ceremonies, storytelling, and spiritual connections. They are used in initiation ceremonies, rites of passage, ancestor worship, and commemorative events. Masks can also be worn during dances and performances as a form of artistic expression. Hand-carved from African softwood, this piece is ideal for collectors of African wall art. Colors, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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BURKINA FASO SUN MASK
$1,600.00
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African mask
41 x 43 x 4 inches The Bwa people inhabit central Burkina Faso, close to and across the border of Mali. Despite being a relatively small group, their history is rich and diverse. They do not, for example, have a political hierarchy of chiefs, despite neighbouring peoples governing themselves in this way. Sun masks such as this signify supernatural spirits and would have been used ceremonially, typically to invoke a successful farming season. The sun spirit signifies prosperity, fertility and good fortune. Historically, the Bwa made masks from leaves and vegetation. They began to carve masks from wood in the early 20th century. The process for making these sun masks involves first carving, and then painting them with clay paint, before curing them with smoke.
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LUBA RELIQUARY BOWL
$150.00
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African artifacts
8 x 10 inches
Cultural Significance:
These bowls are significant artifacts of the Luba people, serving spiritual and ritualistic purposes. Function:
They are often used as containers for relics of ancestors or as divination bowls, holding substances like white clay used in divination rituals. Artistic Representation:
The figures, often male and female, sculpted into the design represent spirits, ancestors, or the primordial couple, acting as symbolic supports or handles.
Symbolism: In Luba tradition, these bowls and the figures on them are believed to connect the living with the spirit world and embody spirits that grant curative powers to diviners.
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BEADED MASK 1
$90.00
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African Mask
10x9x4 inches
Cultural Significance: These masks are deeply rooted in African cultures, used in ceremonies and rituals, and often symbolize deities, ancestors, or natural forces. Artistic Style: This specific mask features a round shape with vibrant patterns created by the beadwork, showcasing the rich artistic heritage of African mask-making. Materials: Common materials for such masks include wood, ivory, metals, and animal skin, with this example prominently featuring wood and beads.
Decorative Use: While traditionally used in ceremonies, these masks are also valued as decorative art pieces, adding a unique cultural element to home decor.
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BOGOLANFINI MUD CLOTH 1
$95.00
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Mud cloth
61 x 40 inches
Mud Cloth, also known as Bogolanfini, is hand-spun, handwoven, and dyed using fermented mud, a technique passed down through generations in the Bamana region of Mali. It is traditionally worn by hunters for ritual protection and serves as a status symbol in Malian culture. Modern versions may be dyed with a solution made from tree leaves and bark, and designs can be painted on top, sometimes using stencils. The fabric often features intricate geometric designs in colors like brown, mustard, black, and white.
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CAMEROON MASK 7
$190.00
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African Mask
Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
17 X 9 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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CAMEROON MASK 6
$100.00
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African Mask
Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
15 x5 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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CAMEROON MASK 5
$170.00
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African Mask
Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
13 x 9 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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CAMEROON MASK 4
$325.00
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African Mask
Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
15 x 12 x 9 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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CAMEROON MASK 3
$325.00
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African Mask
Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
17 x 7 x 7 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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CAMEROON MASK 2
$325.00
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Hand-made Tribal Mask from Cameroon
16 x 8 x 7 inches
Traditional celebratory Mask from Cameroon. Hand-carved from African softwood, it is excellent for those who enjoy collecting African wall art. Color, styles, and sizes vary. Nicks, chips, and other irregularities are characteristic of hand-carved African softwood items.
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MBOLE CONGO MASK 2
$175.00
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African Mask
Mbole mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo
13 x 7 x 5 inches
Cultural Significance:
Mbole mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. These masks are associated with the Lilwa secret society, which is judicial in nature and plays a significant role in Mbole and Yela socio-cultural life
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MBOLE CONGO MASK 1
$175.00
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African Mask
Mask
Mbole mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo
13 x 7 x 5 inches
Cultural Significance:
Mbole mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. These masks are associated with the Lilwa secret society, which is judicial in nature and plays a significant role in Mbole and Yela socio-cultural life
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Benin Bronze Head
$300.00
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Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
Artwork Dimensions: 7in H x 6in W x 10in D
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Benin Bronze Head 2
$1100.00
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Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
Artwork Dimensions: 20in H x 8in W x 10in D
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Benin Bronze Head 5
$1100.00
African Imports Home Decor
Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
Artwork Dimensions: 13in H x 8in W x 10in D
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Benin Bronze Head 6
$1100.00
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Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
Artwork Dimensions: 22in H x 8in W x 10in D
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Benin Bronze Heads 9 + 10
$536.00
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Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
Artwork Dimensions: 7in H x 6in W x 10in D $650.00 each; Sold in a bundle
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Black Wood Woman Statues
$65.00
African Imports Home Decor
Authentic Original Statue Imported from Africa
4 x 20 inches, 4 x 22 inches, 5 x 24 inches
Collection includes a set of 3
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African Elephant Ebony
$150.00
African Decor
African Elephant Ebony
31 x 12 inches
Made from natural dyes and softwood.
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