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MO IC 008a SOLD |
GUERE MASK The Guere funeral mask is worn by mourners, almost as westerners would wear black veils covering their faces. It is dated at 120 yrs. Significance - Burial Mask Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H30 Weight - 1.0 Material - Caro Wood Price $1,522.00
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MO IC 007a SOLD |
BAOULE MASK The wedding mask is worn by a bride. It is striking in it's simplicity and is a symbol of the beauty of a bride. It is approximately 55 years old and carved from the dark wood of the Bois Blanc tree. Significance - Wedding Mask Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H35 Weight - 0.85 Material - Bois Blanc Price $761.00
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MO IC 002c SOLD |
BAOULE MASK This unusual piece is carved from Lingue wood and was worn at ritual ceremonies by tribal dancers. It is approximately 50 yrs old. Significance - Dancers Mask Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H40 Weight - 1.25 Material - Lingue Wood Price $761.00
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COUPLE ASHANTE FIGURES This couple are representative of fertility andmarriage. The female figure clasps her breast, showing her ability to bear children. These typical Ashanti figures were carved from Niangata wood approximately 45 yrs ago. Significance - Fertility and Marriage Country/Origin - Ghana Measurements - H53 Weight - 1.0 Material - Niangata Wood Price $576.00
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MO IC 005a SOLD |
SENOUFO MASK This spectacular mask was used by dancers at celebrations after a period of famine. It is dated at 60 yrs old and is carved from Lingue wood. Significance - Celebration after Famine Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H32xW16 Weight - 1.0 Material - Lingue Wood Price $761.00
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MO GH 001b SOLD |
Ashante Figure This seated Ashanti female figure is carved from Niangata wood. A symbol of fertility, this piece is approximately 80 yrs old. Significance - Symbol of Fertility, approx 80 years old Country/Origin - Ghana Measurements - H65 x W18 Weight - 3.0 Material - Niangata Price $1,538.00 |
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YAOURE MASK Typical Yaoure Mask, with spiked headdress from the Ivory Coast. Carved from the wood of the Lingue Tree. This masque is approx. 15 years old. Significance - The Yauore mask is a symbol of female beauty Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H44xW19 Weight - 0.50 Material - Lingue Wood Price $212.00
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ZAMBLE MASK This mask is carved from Lingue wood and is the representation of three animals. Ihas the horns of an antelope, the eyes and face of a panther and the jaws of a crocodile. Approximately 55 years old, itwould have been used for ritual celebrations. Significance - Used for ritual celebrations Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H42 Weight - 1.00 Material - Lingue Wood Price $650.00
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MO IC 010a SOLD |
BAOULE WNAR MASK Carved in Niangata wood and covered in a metal sheath, this mask was used by the wives of polygamists. During her period of menstruation, the wife would place this mask outside her door to inform her husband of her condition. Approx 150 yrs old. Significance - Menstruation Mask Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - 0 Weight - 1.00 Material - Niangata Price $1,713.00
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GAOURE MASK Carved in Lingue Wood, this mask represents a bird sitting on the head of an elephant. It is approx 60 years old and is used for story telling Significance - Story Telling Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H37 Weight - 1.25 Material - Lingue Wood Price $761.00
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MO IC 003a SOLD |
SENOUFO HORSE The Senoufo is a rare and unusual piece made of Lingue wood and polished to a dark reddish brown. Used as a chair it has a narrow seat and a tail made of tough dyed plant fibers. Considering it's 100 years, it is in mint condition. Significance - Used as a seat Country/Origin - Ivory Coast Measurements - H100 Weight - 2.0 Material - Lingue Wood Price $6,345.00
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MO IC 003a SOLD |
ELEPHANT MASK Wooden mask with black patina and scarification, shaped like the head of an elephant with extending trunk and bowl shaped ears. Face and trunk encrusted with glass beads and brass inlays. Significance - Used at celebrations by tribal dancers Country/Origin - Ghana Measurements - H90xW33 Weight - 3.20 Material - Cecel Price $420.00 (We do have other Ghana Masks available (with patina and scarification, inlaid with glass beads and brass). If you are interested, please let us know)
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BUTTERFLIES COLLAGE (Framed) These butterfly wings are harvested after the 48 hour lifespan of the insect. They are collected all over Africa and arranged by artists all over the continent. Description - Collage on white paper, using butterfly wings to depict figures Country/Origin - Africa Measurements - H31xW17 Weight - 0.50 Material - Butterfly Wings and White Board Price $64.00 (We do have other Butterflies Collages available. If you are interested, please let us know)
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MOURNING FIGURE Abstract figure. L. Warira, known as Sammy, is a self taught artist, living and working in Berea, Johannesburg. He is a very prolific artist and often does commissions. Country/Origin - South Africa Measurements - H83xW49 Weight - Material - Oil on Canvas; Unframed Price $100.00 (We do have other works of art by Warira. If you are interested, please let us know)
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