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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States vintage mask -This exceptional West mask originates from the Guere Gela tribe . Constructed from carved wood, the vintage African mask is adorned with ... morewild goat horns and encrusted materials. .
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 58/18.6 Sold without stand The Grebo masks are found on the coast of Eastern Liberia masks and neighboring forestlands. They are a small ethnic ... moregroup whose name translates to “leaping monkey people.” This refers to their migration from the Sahara region to Liberia. They are known to be fierce warriors, which is apparent in the construction of their mask work. Measuring up to a meter in height, these flat war masks feature one or more rows of three dimensional tubular eyes. Not only used during battle, these masks also make appearances at dances held beforehand, as well as at the funerals of fallen warriors...
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 54/16 Sold without stand African art and the fantastic masks of Liberia masks The tubular growths of golden metal indicating eyes would refer ... morehere to the expression often quoted in West Africa "four eyes", describing a person endowed with a power of divination. This sculpture features a summit panel, curved forward, the elements of which form a stylized face. The central mask is surrounded by small horns or teeth, with "talismans" pointing from clay clumps, contrasting with the indigo of the eye. Similarities with the bété war masks.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Warren, United States SIZE(CM): 56/18.5 Sold without stand Grebo" means "leaping monkey people," a reference to their flight from a former homeland near the Sahara. The ruled ... moreknown as bodio lives in near total isolation and functions as grand priest. The Grebo sculpt several types of masks which incarnate the spirits of the invisible world who live in the forest. Masks similar to this one may be related to the war masks, more abstract and with elongated nose and one or more pairs of tubular eyes....
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Brooklyn, United States The Grebo masks are found on the coast of Eastern Liberia masks and neighboring forestlands. This refers to their migration from the Sahara region to ... moreLiberia. They are known to be fierce warriors, which is apparent in the construction of their mask work.
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$14.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 56.1/20 Stand is not included in the deal Grebo" means "leaping monkey people," a reference to their flight from a former homeland near the ... moreSahara. The ruled known as bodio lives in near total isolation and functions as grand priest. The Grebo sculpt several types of masks which incarnate the spirits of the invisible world who live in the forest. Masks similar to this one may be related to the war masks, A.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States SIZE(CM): 54.5/16.4 Sold without stand African art and the fantastic masks of Liberia masks The tubular growths of golden metal indicating eyes would ... morerefer here to the expression often quoted in West Africa "four eyes", describing a person endowed with a power of divination. This sculpture features a summit panel, curved forward, the elements of which form a stylized face. The central mask is surrounded by small horns or teeth, with "talismans" pointing from clay clumps, contrasting with the indigo of the eye. Similarities with the bété war masks.
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States African art Igbo and White Mask Female Spirit Face Mask. African Mask Wall Art Handmade Fish Puppet Mask. African Baule Mask Wooden Wall Hanging Art Antique. ... moreAfrican Colorful Mask Hand Carved Traditional Wooden.
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$25.08 Shipping Location: Indianapolis, United States Truly a unique & beautiful Igbo (Ibo) mask as a form of history, culture or art. We are not experts on these masks and the information was obtained from ... moreanother site we found on such masks. The Igbo date back as far as 900 A.D., maybe further and information on them can be found on line.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States If you're looking to add a touch of culture to your surroundings, these visually appealing masks are just the thing. African masks have a rich history ... moreof being used in ritualistic ceremonies, tribal gatherings, and even addressing the needs of tribes during times of war or peace. Your purchase will specifically come from Ghana and will be handmade with your artistic vision in mind..
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$10.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States The Masks Of The Bete Bear The Imprints Of The Neighbouring Cultures, Chiefly The Guro, And Were Primarily Crafted For War. These Masks Served To Intimidate ... moreFoes While Simultaneously Lending Powerful Enchantments To Their Wearers.
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$15.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Red Wing, United States The sese wood mask boasts a striking design, with etched patterns that bear a resemblance to traditional tribal markings. Mohammed artistically applies ... morewhite paint over the brown mask, accentuating the intricate patterns. The forehead of the mask is adorned with two Adinkra symbols, Gye Nyame on the right, which symbolizes the supremacy of God, and Akoben, the war horn, which represents the importance of vigilance..
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Free Shipping Condition: Used Location: Addison, United States The African Masks Igbo people mainly live in the forested areas of southwestern Nigeria. The Masks rules for Igbo Masks are quite strict: African Masks ... moreare usually frontal, symmetrical and upright. The proportions correspond to those of the human body..
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$40.60 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE GJPaw Auctions is pleased to offer a stunning Gela or War ... moreMask from the Guere or Wè People of the Ivory Coast. West Africa. The gela mask is known as“The Ancient One. suggesting that the style has persisted for multiple generations. This powerful example is made of horn and cloth sewn onto a wooden mask. The mask measures 12 inches in width by 12 inches deep by 17 inches in height(30.4 cm by 30.4 cm by 43.2 cm) It shows wear consistent with a dating to the late 20th Century and is guaranteed authentic. It also comes with a specially designed and hand-made iron museum stand. An extraordinary example of West African tribal art. It would make a superb addition to any collection of African art. Living in along the western edge of the Ivory Coast. The Guere and their neighbors the Wobe share numerous customs and beliefs. Although they are separate tribes, the two peoples are often referred to as the Wè, whose name means"men who easily forgive. Among the Guere and Wè annual festivals are sponsored during the dry season, which lasts from November to February. These festivals feature dancing and performances focused on the figure of the gela. The term gela refers to the animated being comprised of face mask. Costume, and the wearer beneath. Gela masks are given a variety of identities that. Rather than describing their physical appearance, are linked to the powers associated with the mask persona. The masks consist of distorted features that blend animal and human elements in an almost expressionistic manner. In the case of“The Ancient One, features are taken to an extreme- the mask seems to erupt in horns and tusks. Gela can use their power and strength for both destructive and beneficial ends. Older gela. For instance, are thought to be able to cause thunder and foul weather, or to prepare men for war; the masks offered magical protection by instilling fear and terror in potential enemies. Any gela. On the
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$12.00 Shipping Location: Chicago, United States From my internet research I learned this: Bugle face mask. The W é live in the southwest of the forested Côte d’Ivoire and the southeast of Liberia. As ... moresymbols of societal beliefs and values, their masks reinforce respect for the rules and functioning of society.
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Free Shipping Location: Saint Johns, United States This Original Mask was from a Man who traveled the world collecting beautiful creations from cultures around the globe. We are happy to take more pictures ... moreif you need them. It's a STUNNING piece that pictures do NOT do justice!
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$23.95 Shipping Location: Jonesborough, United States This is a handmade African Tribal Salampasu Mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. It belongs to the category of Antiques, Ethnographic, and African ... moreMasks.
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$19.98 Shipping Location: United States An African Tribal Creations NO RESERVE AUCTION! Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm ... more0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Historically. Few African artisans achieved as highly as the people of the now extinct Benin kingdom. The Benin people were denizens of Nigeria, and they brought the art of bronze(actually mostly brass) casting to a height that has likely not yet been exceeded on the continent of Africa. Upon the arrival of European missionaries and invaders, the discovery of Benin art led them to the belief that this art was stolen from the Jews or Egyptians, and could not have been produced by these people who were at that point considered subhuman. Extraordinary masks and figures had been produced using the simple lost-wax casting method, in addition to the now famous life-sized brass leopard figures, exclusively associated with the oba. Or King, as was much of the now known Benin art. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 65 374 Full Sail 3 1 459 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Though no longer extant and producing art. The Yoruba people that now inhabit the region that was once the Benin kingdom still produce art inspired by the Benin style. Judging by the apparent age of this piece, we presume it to be a Yoruba reproduction of the original style. These were mostly produced from Brass/Bronze using the lost wax casting method originally, and the fact that this is a wooden piece, further suggests this. The piece does demonstrate advanced age, in various minor age cracks, and wear marks. It is finely detailed, and produced from very dense wood, making it quite heavy for its size. The piece depicts a bust of a Benin Warrior in full armor with typical facial scarifications. Collected in Nigeria, this piece is absolutely stunning, and should be seen in person to be fully appreciated! It stands nicely on its ow
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States An African Tribal Creations NO RESERVE AUCTION! Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm ... more0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Historically. Few African artisans achieved as highly as the people of the now extinct Benin kingdom. The Benin people were denizens of Nigeria, and they brought the art of bronze(actually mostly brass) casting to a height that has likely not yet been exceeded on the continent of Africa. Upon the arrival of European missionaries and invaders, the discovery of Benin art led them to the belief that this art was stolen from the Jews or Egyptians, and could not have been produced by these people who were at that point considered subhuman. Extraordinary masks and figures had been produced using the simple lost-wax casting method, in addition to the now famous life-sized brass leopard figures, exclusively associated with the oba. Or King, as was much of the now known Benin art. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 65 374 Full Sail 3 1 459 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Though no longer extant and producing art. The Yoruba people that now inhabit the region that was once the Benin kingdom still produce art inspired by the Benin style. Judging by the apparent age of this piece, we presume it to be a Yoruba reproduction of the original style. These were mostly produced from Brass/Bronze using the lost wax casting method originally, and the fact that this is a wooden piece, further suggests this. The piece does demonstrate advanced age, in various minor age cracks, and wear marks. It is finely detailed, and produced from very dense wood, making it quite heavy for its size. The piece depicts a bust of a Benin Warrior in full armor with typical facial scarifications. Collected in Nigeria, this piece is absolutely stunning, and should be seen in person to be fully appreciated! It stands nicely on its ow
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States People Kono. Known as Bla Glu, or the sheep ‘ge’ (spirit), it was a war mask that appeared to start a war or to celebrate a victory. Masks such as this ... morehad beards made of cord to which beads were attached when the mask appeared.
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$25.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States This mask was collected in the field. 18 1/2" tall stand.
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$29.98 Shipping Location: United States An African Tribal Creations NO RESERVE AUCTION! Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm ... more0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Historically. Few African artisans achieved as highly as the people of the now extinct Benin kingdom. The Benin people were denizens of Nigeria, and they brought the art of bronze(actually mostly brass) casting to a height that has likely not yet been exceeded on the continent of Africa. Upon the arrival of European missionaries and invaders, the discovery of Benin art led them to the belief that this art was stolen from the Jews or Egyptians, and could not have been produced by these people who were at that point considered subhuman. Extraordinary masks and figures had been produced using the simple lost-wax casting method, in addition to the now famous life-sized brass leopard figures, exclusively associated with the oba. Or King, as was much of the now known Benin art. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 65 374 Full Sail 3 1 459 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Though no longer extant and producing art. The Yoruba people that now inhabit the region that was once the Benin kingdom still produce art inspired by the Benin style. Judging by the apparent age of this piece, we presume it to be a Yoruba reproduction of the original style. These were mostly produced from Brass/Bronze using the lost wax casting method originally, and the fact that this is a wooden piece, further suggests this. The piece does demonstrate advanced age, in various minor age cracks, and wear marks. It is finely detailed, and produced from very dense wood, making it quite heavy for its size. The piece depicts a bust of a Benin Warrior in full armor with typical facial scarifications. Collected in Nigeria, this piece is absolutely stunning, and should be seen in person to be fully appreciated! It stands nicely on its ow
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Free Shipping Location: Rockville, United States Beautifully hand made dan mask.Both the Dan and Wee have dynamic masking associations known as Poro that initiate the young and regulate society. Female ... moremasks are rounded or oval, narrow eyes and finely delicate non-challenging features, whereas the male mask is larger in size, grosser in proportions, with an open and challenging mouth with teeth, tube-like eyes.
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$20.50 Shipping Location: Palm Bay, United States This cluster is composed of a number of distinct but related peoples. Ref # 1280 BonF. Angola People, Chockwe Materials Wood, vegetal fibers / cotton, ... moreglass beads and horse hair. After that it will go by weight.
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$29.00 Shipping Location: Wien, Austria Very interesting Guere war mask, obviously an old piece, acquired from an old Paris collection. origin: Guere/Krahn people, Cote d'Ivoire or Liberia. ... morematerial / process: wood, raffia, fur, paint. condition: the raffia collar is partially loose, overall very good - exactly as seen on illustrations.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Yoruba art encompasses a wide range of art forms, including sculpture, mask-making, textiles, beadwork, and pottery. The empire of Oyo arose at the end ... moreof the 15th century aided by Portuguese guns. Expansion of the kingdom is associated with the acquisition of the horse.
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Free Shipping Location: Rockville, United States Both Dan and Wee have dynamic masking associations known as Poro that initiate the young and regulate society. Female masks are rounded or oval, with ... morenarrow eyes and finely delicate non-challenging features, whereas the male mask is larger in size, grosser in proportions, with an open and challenging mouth with teeth, tube-like eyes, fur, and raffia.
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Free Shipping Location: Rockville, United States Both the Dan and Wee have dynamic masking associations known as Poro that initiate the young and regulate society. Female masks are rounded or oval, with ... morenarrow eyes and finely delicate non-challenging features, whereas the male mask is larger in size, grosser in proportions, with an open and challenging mouth with teeth, tube-like eyes, fur, and raffia.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States Yoruba art encompasses a wide range of art forms, including sculpture, mask-making, textiles, beadwork, and pottery. One of the most famous forms of Yoruba ... moreart is the Gelede mask, which is used in ceremonies to honor and appease female spirits.
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$24.98 Shipping Location: United States An African Tribal Creations NO RESERVE AUCTION! Normal.dotm 0 0 1 155 884 Full Sail 7 1 1085 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm ... more0 0 1 199 1138 Full Sail 9 2 1397 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Normal.dotm 0 0 1 226 1293 Full Sail 10 2 1587 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Historically. Few African artisans achieved as highly as the people of the now extinct Benin kingdom. The Benin people were denizens of Nigeria, and they brought the art of bronze(actually mostly brass) casting to a height that has likely not yet been exceeded on the continent of Africa. Upon the arrival of European missionaries and invaders, the discovery of Benin art led them to the belief that this art was stolen from the Jews or Egyptians, and could not have been produced by these people who were at that point considered subhuman. Extraordinary masks and figures had been produced using the simple lost-wax casting method, in addition to the now famous life-sized brass leopard figures, exclusively associated with the oba. Or King, as was much of the now known Benin art. Normal.dotm 0 0 1 65 374 Full Sail 3 1 459 12.0 0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false Though no longer extant and producing art. The Yoruba people that now inhabit the region that was once the Benin kingdom still produce art inspired by the Benin style. Judging by the apparent age of this piece, we presume it to be a Yoruba reproduction of the original style. These were mostly produced from Brass/Bronze using the lost wax casting method originally, and the fact that this is a wooden piece, further suggests this. The piece does demonstrate advanced age, in various minor age cracks, and wear marks. It is finely detailed, and produced from very dense wood, making it quite heavy for its size. The piece depicts a bust of a Benin Warrior in full armor with typical facial scarifications. Collected in Nigeria, this piece is absolutely stunning, and should be seen in person to be fully appreciated! It stands nicely on its ow
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$49.98 Shipping Location: United States The Yoruba, the largest ethnic group in Nigeria and one of the most substantial in Africa, possess a profound historical and cultural legacy that dates ... moreback centuries. Yoruba art, spanning sculpture, mask-making, textiles, beadwork, and pottery, is revered for its aesthetic beauty and cultural significance.
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$80.00 Shipping Location: Conestoga, United States The Vonderheide collection was exhibited at The African Art Museum of Maryland. Museum Exhibited. He has also curated many African art exhibitions in ... moreGhana and the US and authored many exhibition catalogues.
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$15.00 Shipping Location: Overland Park, United States Impressions of a young Dan person's earliest experience, as their importance is reinforced by their presence at all significant events. All representations ... moreof the Dan Kagle mask has a wig of shaggy cotton yarn, painted faces and can have raffia, feathers, teeth and fur.
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$114.90 Shipping Location: New York, United States In older literature the We are often confused with the Kran of Liberia or the Guere or Gere of Côte d'Ivoire. They may be used to settle disputes. Before ... morethe colonial period, one male type was a "war-making mask" that led warriors into battle.
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$55.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy The dean gle mask represents an idealized version of Dan beauty. It is characterized by narrow eyes, an oval shape, a smooth forehead, and a mouth slightly ... moreopen to expose teeth. Dean gle's functions are to teach, entertain and nurture.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Old African Ngulu dance mask from the Chokwe, Angola / Congo. The Portuguese brought an end to the dominance of the Chokwe people in the region, but the ... moreChokwe people fought back. The Chokwe were once one of the twelve clans of the great Lunda Empire of 17th- and 18th-century Angola.
$34.00 Shipping Location: Lees Summit, United States A Superb Dan Deangle Mask - Ivory Coast (or Liberia). The 350,000 Dan people, also known as the Yacuba, occupy the western regions of the Ivory Coast ... moreand eastern Liberia. Masks are the most important art form of the Dan.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands Old African Ngulu dance mask from the Chokwe, Angola / Congo. The Chokwe were once one of the twelve clans of the great Lunda Empire of 17th- and 18th-century ... moreAngola. Chokwe language and influence then began to dominate northeastern Angola and spread among the Lunda peoples.
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$89.00 Shipping Condition: Used Location: Saint Helens, United States The statue is heavy and has a crack or separation in wood which has been repaired and is fully intact. It makes amazing eclectic decor as seen and would ... morebe a fine addition to any collection.
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$50.00 Shipping Location: Williams, United States The Dan people live in the western part of the Ivory Coast and extend into Liberia. The dean gle mask represents an idealized version of Dan beauty. It ... moreis characterized by narrow eyes, an oval shape, a smooth forehead, and a mouth slightly open to expose teeth.
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$18.50 Shipping Location: Firenze, Italy The dean gle mask represents an idealized version of Dan beauty. It is characterized by narrow eyes, an oval shape, a smooth forehead, and a mouth slightly ... moreopen to expose teeth. Dean gle's functions are to teach, entertain and nurture.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands The Portuguese brought an end to the dominance of the Chokwe people in the region, but the Chokwe people fought back. The Chokwe were once one of the ... moretwelve clans of the great Lunda Empire of 17th- and 18th-century Angola.
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$49.95 Shipping Location: Hengelo - Groot Driene-Zuid, Netherlands We / Guere People, Ivory Coast: Gela Mask, commonly referred to as a Guere War Mask. Wild animal horns and cloth over carved wood, mid 20th century. Extraordinary ... moreGela War Mask from the Guere tribe of Iv.
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$120.00 Shipping Location: Conestoga, United States These factors increase the value. The Vonderheide collection was exhibited at The African Art Museum of Maryland. Museum Exhibited. He has also curated ... moremany African art exhibitions in Ghana and the US and authored many exhibition catalogues.
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$22.00 Shipping Location: Morocco In any case. I will do my very best to resolve any problem. and to make you satisfied.
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$40.00 Shipping Location: Conestoga, United States The Vonderheide collection was exhibited at The African Art Museum of Maryland. Museum Exhibited. He has also curated many African art exhibitions in ... moreGhana and the US and authored many exhibition catalogues.
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Wood & Metal Mask - Mali Africa - Tribal War Art & Ceremony - Bambara or Marka
Dimensions: 19 inches x 6 inches Shipping is included in the price. Sorry. But only U.S. buyers may bid on this mask.
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ANTIQUE BAMANA BAMARA AFRICAN TRIBAL MASK-WOOD & METAL-WAR- MALI 11-1/2"
ANTIQUE AFRICAN ART. AN AUTHENTIC BAMANA BAMARA TRIBAL MASK WITH COPPER SHEETING ON THE TOP OF THE HAND CARVED WOODEN MASK. HAS COWRY SHELLS HANGING FROM THE MASK, WHICH SIGNIFYING THE SPIRITS GIVING THE BEARER OF THIS MASK HEALTH, WEALTH AND LONGEVITY. ORIGIN:BAMANA BAMARA PEOPLES OF MALI, WEST AFRICA. TRADITIONAL TRIBAL SCULPTURE. GREAT FOR ANY MASK COLLECTOR! THE MASK MEASURES 11-1/2" LONG. 7-1/2" WIDE AND 3-1/2" DEEP SEE PICTURES FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND CONDITION CONCERNS. Overall in very good antique condition. Has chip in lower lip. The Fine Print: Pay via Paypal Payment is due within 4 days of auction end. Unpaid items will be relisted and an unpaid item case will be filed. Please communicate with us if you need more time to pay. Items will be mailed within 1 business day of receipt of cleared payment. We pack items ... morewith care and with as little weight as possible to save on shipping costs. International Buyers: Import duties. Taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyers responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. We are required to mark customs forms"Merchandise" and state the exact price paid for the item. Insurance and tracking is only available on Priority International. Returns: We do not accept returns. But are happy to answer any questions. We list items as they are and with care to describe the actual item. We also provide many photos of the items up for auction. If you want additional photos please email us.
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We Kran Gere War Mask Liberia Cote d'Ivoire African SALE Was $270
Title, We Kran Gere War Mask Liberia Cote d'Ivoire African Art, Type of Object, Face mask, Country of Origin, Liberia, People, Dan/We. Kran, Gere(Guerre) Materials, Wood, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 9 inches H. x 5 inches W. Overall Condition, fair. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners. Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, large chips in the back and shallow cracks in places. Surface scrubbed, We/Kran/Gere War Mask Liberia Cote d'Ivoire African Art Additional Information: ... moreThis exprssive face mask with exaggerate facial features comes from the Dan. We, Kran, or Gere. The We people have been variously known in the past as the Kran in Liberia and the Nguere or Guere in Ivory Coast. Though close in terms of geography and culture to the well-known Dan people in the region they are separated by language(We are Kru speakers and the Dan are Mande speakers) We masks like this could have been used as police masks or war masks. They were meant to instill fear through their appearance combining human and animal features with obvious symbolic identities to animals of the wild bush and remembrance of the maskâ s aggressive behavior in the past. Among the Wee and other neighboring groups masks are identified and named based upon their symbolic identification and their characters(singer. Dancer, warrior, police, etc. If this mask is indeed a war or a police mask Te'e Gla. It would have appeared with a very large costume of leaves or grasses and cloths attached covering the wearer so that he was invisible to viewers and to make the mask appear to. The holes around the outer perimeter of the mask were used to attach costume as well as to support a
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Outstanding Grebo Male War Mask with Tubular Eyes, Ivory Coast / Liberia
Grebo" means"leaping monkey people. a reference to their flight from a former homeland near the Sahara. Their major economic activity is producing palm oil and palm kernels for export. The culture of the Grebo. A little-known ethnic group inhabiting the coastal region of eastern Liberia and the bordering forestlands, was shaped in a considerable degree by their neighbors to the north, the Kran and Dan. Unlike the other people living in Liberia, the Grebo are not structured by the Poro society. They are ruled by a chief known as bodio who lives in near total isolation and also assumed the function of grand priest. The Grebo sculpt several types of masks. One type is characterized by a massive face surmounted by two buffalo horns. The second type of masks represents the female ideal with slit eyes and sweetness of expression. The ... morethird type are male war masks. More abstract and flat, formed by a board with elongated nose and one or more pairs of tubular eyes. The masks appeared during rituals reserved for initiates and at the time of festive occasions. When the whole population was able to see them. The war masks designed primarily to terrify appeared during battles, in the dances beforehand, and at the funerals of warriors. This outstanding mask measures 24" in length by 10" at width. Materials: wood
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African Tribal Mask, Bete Nyabwa Gre War Mask, Antique, Collectible,African Mask
African Tribal Mask Bete Nyabwa Gre War Mask Dimensions: 12 1/2"25" w/raffia) x 8" x 9" Early to Mid 20th Century. If you want more pictures just let me know. Base is not included. Conditions: wood deterioration. Age cracks, chips and scrapes, overall condition good. Bete carvers are renowned for one particular type of face mask. The gre or nyabwa, which has exaggerated, grimacing distorted features– a large protruding mouth, facial protuberances, bulging forehead, elongated nose, with nostrils sometimes extending to each side of the face, and globular or bulging slit eyes set beneath a high-domed forehead carved with a medium ridge. In earlier days, this mask presided over the ceremony held when peace was restored after armed conflicts and it participated in sessions of customary justice. This type of mask was also worn ... moreto prepare men for war; the masks offered magical protection by instilling fear and terror in potential enemies. Nowadays, it is worn for a variety of ceremonies, including entertainment dances. The Côte d'Ivoire is the home to the Bete- they live in the southwestern part of the country. Between the Akan ethnic groups to the east and the Guro tribe to the north. They number about 600,000 and are an agricultural group. Patrilinear, the Bete live– under the ancestors’ authority– in small“headless” villages. Historically they were hunters, but nowadays they also farm. They grow what is needed for a subsistence economy. They also have linked to the market economy and much of their effort is devoted to the cultivation of cacao and coffee.
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We Kran Guere Dan War Mask Toothy Mouth Beard African
Title, We Kran Guere Dan War Mask Toothy Mouth Beard African, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Liberia and Ivory Coast. People, We(Wee. Kran, Guere) Dan Materials, Wood. Pigment, red cotton cloth, raffia fibers, nails, metal Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 9 inches H. mask only) x 16 inches H. with beard x 9 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, old chips throughout. One cheek chipped, ... moreAdditional Information: An impressive face mask made out of hard wood. The mask exhibits exaggerate features including a bulging forehead. A big nose, a very large open mouth with metal teeth and the projecting tubular cheekbones. This mask comes from the Wee or related peoples of western Ivory Coast and eastern Liberia. This mask served as a war mask. It shows some wear and good age! The We have been variously known in the past as the Kran in Liberia and the Nguere or Guere in Ivory Coast. Though close in terms of geography and culture to the well-known Dan people in the region. They are separated by language(Wee are Kru speakers and the Dan are Mande speakers) Both the Dan and We have dynamic masking associations known as Poro that initiate the young and regulate society. Poro is an exclusively menâs society, however masks between the We and their Dan neighbors are divided into male and female categories based on their form and details. Female masks are rounded or oval, narrow eyes and finely delicate non-challenging features, whereas the male mask is larger in size, grosser in proportions, with an open and menacing mouth with teeth, tube-like eyes, cotton, fur and
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MUSEUM GRADE ANTIQUE TRIBAL WAR GOD IVORY AFRICAN MASK WOODEN WALL ART HAND MADE
THIS MASK IS BRILLIANTLY HAND CRAFTED AND DETAILED OUT OF WOOD. SEE THE MAGNIFICENT DETAIL DONE BY OUR OWN MASTER CRAFTSMEN. THIS BEAUTIFULLY DETAILED WOODEN MASK IS OUR OWN CREATION. WE HAVE BEEN CREATING AND IMPORTING COLLECTIVE ART FOR MORE THAN 10 YEARS. WE BRING DIRECT TO YOU THE FINEST CRAFTED ART OF THE BEST QUALITY AND PRICE. SIZE OF THIS MASK IS APPROX 34'HX14.5X6 FINE ART, PACKING AND SHIPPING to continental usa address only IS 17.99 8072.RcmdId ViewItemDescV4,RlogId p4%60bo7%60jtb9%3Fvo%7B%3Dd70f%2Bf52%3E-144bdc5fa50-0x109-
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Fearsome Bete Nyabwa War Mask, Ivory Coast / Liberia
Bete carvers are renowned for one particular type of face mask. The gre or nyabwa. Which has exaggerated, grimacing distorted features– a large protruding mouth, facial protuberances, bulging forehead, elongated nose, with nostrils sometimes extending to each side of the face, and globular or bulging slit eyes set beneath a high-domed forehead carved with a medium ridge. In earlier days, this mask presided over the ceremony held when peace was restored after armed conflicts and it participated in sessions of customary justice. This type of mask was also worn to prepare men for war; the masks offered magical protection by instilling fear and terror in potential enemies. Nowadays, it is worn for a variety of ceremonies, including entertainment dances. This outstanding mask measures 16" in length by 11" at width. Materials: wood. Authenti ... moreanimal horns, cowrie shells, metal teeth, brass bell, animal hair, wood spikes.
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Wolfz-Gallery African Salampasu War Mask
Wolfz-Gallery African Salampasu War Mask Measurement(inches) Height: 12.5; Width: 7.625; Depth: 5.5 Weight: 1 lbs. 13 ozs. Materials: Wood. Pigment, metal, rope, plant fiber Condition: For the condition see the pictures. Description: Wolfz-Gallery African Salampasu War Mask. Additional Info. The 60.000 Salampasu people live east of the Kasai River, on the frontier between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Angola. Their name is said to mean“ hunters of locusts” But they were widely viewed with terror by adjacent groups. They maintain strong commercial and cultural relations with their southern neighbors, the Chokwe and the Lunda. To whom they pay tribute. The Salampasu are homogeneous people governed by territorial chiefs, who supervise village chiefs. Their hierarchical power structure is counterbalanced by a warriors' society. ... moreA people with a reputation as fearless warriors, the Salampasu have retained the custom of a rough and primitive life. Warring and hunting are privileged occupations, but the women do some farming. Note: Mask/figure stands not included in offer if not explicitly mentioned in description. Note: To request additional pictures contact seller in"Ask Seller a Question" and include your email address. Payment: I take PayPal only and request immediate payment. Shipping/handling: See eBay shipping cost calculator in this ad for your USA location. International please ask for shipping cost. Note: My items are carefully packaged in order to be received in good condition. So that the shipping cost includes $3.00 for packaging/handling plus $0.80 cents delivery confirmation. You can reduce shipping cost if you buy more than one item, in this case I will calculate new package size and weight with added item/s. Additionally adding $1.50 for handling/packaging of each extra item. Returns: Upon receipt of pkg. within 7 days or will not be accepted. If the item is not as pictured full reimbursement of winning bid amount(this does not include shipping/handling/packaging costs) Please se
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WAR CANOE ANCESTOR SPIRIT MASK MIDDLE SEPIK RIVER PAPUA NEW GUINEA
IATMUL PEOPLE. MIDDLE SEPIK RIVER, PAPUA NEW GUINEA AN ANCESTOR SPIRIT MASK THAT WOULD BE ATTACHED TO A LARGE PROW OF A WAR CANOE PAINTED WITH CLAN DESIGNS. AGE 30+ YEARS HEIGHT 19 3/4 X 9 INCHES. SHIPPING COST IS BASED ON BIDDERS LOCATION. INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS PLEASE EMAIL FOR QUOTE MULTIPLE ITEMS CAN BE COMBINED FOR CHEAPER SHIPPING INDIANA RESIDENTS PAY 6% TAX
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*** A FINE OLD BAMANA NTOMO MASK - EX. LANCASTER WAR MUSEUM, PENNSYLVANIA ***
A FINE OLD BAMANA NTOMO MASK* Ex. Lancaster War Museum_ Country: Mali Description: One of the six best known of Bamana religious associations. Ntomo is a mutual aid association concerned with the education of young uncircumcised boys. Members wear a wooden face mask during the initiation festival at harvest time and when begging for rice. The number of horns on such masks(two to eight) symbolizes a human being's levels of increased knowledge. Other masks of this type are covered with cowrie shells or small red seeds with further esoteric significance. The miniature mask rising from the forehead can be compared to other Ntomo masks that feature a full human or animal figure. The extremely dark and well-rubbed surface attests to years of age and use. Condition: Dry semi-weathered patina. With glossy-encrusted surface on raised areas. Dimensions: ... more26 and 1/2 inches in height Provenance: Ex Lancaster War Museum Collection- Lancaster. P A Exhibited: San Francisco Tribal and Textile Show- San Francisco. CA Exhibited: T reasures From The Silk Road To The Santa Fe Trail. Museum o f Anthropology and Archeology. Philadelphia, PA_ We sell and ship worldwide to anywhere. So please email us for a quote to wherever you happen to be. eBay's policies no longer allows us to charge the client for insurance. But. we still apply insurance to any item that goes over $50.00 in value. We reserve the right to use the insurance carrier of our choice. We charge shipping based on the USPS system. We will sometimes ship via courier if we can get it to you within the same time frame or faster. International Shipping We charge shipping based on the USPS international system. If the buyer prefers Fed Ex. UPS or DHL, we will ship, but buyer assumes all costs for premium carriers. Thank You!
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*** A FINE KUBA HELMET MASK- Ex. PENNSYLVANIA WAR MUSEUM, LANCASTER, PA ***
A FINE KUBA HELMET MASK* Ex. Pennsylvania War Museum. Lancaster, PA_ Country: Democratic Republic Of The Congo Description: A powerful and unique Kuba"Bwoom" Helmet M ask with exceptional craftsmanship. Remnant f eather work. Fine shell and bead work and masterful geometri c painting. A fine example. Condition: Beautiful glossy patina on rais ed surfaces. Remnant bilongo/magic, dry old patina in interior. Old native repair to side of mask Dimensions: 1 8 and 1/2 inches in height. 12 inches in width Provenance: E x. Pennsylvania War Museum. Lancaster, PA_ We sell and ship worldwide to anywhere. So please email us for a quote to wherever you happen to be. eBay's policies no longer allows us to charge the client for insurance. But. we still apply insurance to any item that goes over $50.00 in value. We reserve the right to use ... morethe insurance carrier of our choice. We charge shipping based on the USPS system. We will sometimes ship via courier if we can get it to you within the same time frame or faster. International Shipping We charge shipping based on the USPS international system. If the buyer prefers Fed Ex. UPS or DHL, we will ship, but buyer assumes all costs for premium carriers. Thank You!
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A SUPERB EARLY-MID 20th.C NiABOUA WAR MASK, CÔTE D'IVOIRE
H: 10.5" 26.75 cm W: 7" 17.75 cm D: 7" 17.75 cm-
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VINTAGE GELA WAR MASK GUERE WE PEOPLE TRIBAL IVORY COAST WEST AFRICA
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE GJPaw Auctions is pleased to offer a stunning Gela or War Mask from the Guere or Wè People of the Ivory Coast. West Africa. The gela mask is known as“The Ancient One. suggesting that the style has persisted for multiple generations. This powerful example is made of horn and cloth sewn onto a wooden mask. The mask measures 12 inches in width by 12 inches deep by 17 inches in height(30.4 cm by 30.4 cm by 43.2 cm) It shows wear consistent with a dating to the late 20th Century and is guaranteed authentic. It also comes with a specially designed and hand-made iron museum stand. An extraordinary example of West African tribal art. It would make a superb addition to any collection of African art. Living in along the western edge of the Ivory Coast. ... moreThe Guere and their neighbors the Wobe share numerous customs and beliefs. Although they are separate tribes, the two peoples are often referred to as the Wè, whose name means"men who easily forgive. Among the Guere and Wè annual festivals are sponsored during the dry season, which lasts from November to February. These festivals feature dancing and performances focused on the figure of the gela. The term gela refers to the animated being comprised of face mask. Costume, and the wearer beneath. Gela masks are given a variety of identities that. Rather than describing their physical appearance, are linked to the powers associated with the mask persona. The masks consist of distorted features that blend animal and human elements in an almost expressionistic manner. In the case of“The Ancient One, features are taken to an extreme- the mask seems to erupt in horns and tusks. Gela can use their power and strength for both destructive and beneficial ends. Older gela. For instance, are thought to be able to cause thunder and foul weather, or to prepare men for war; the masks offered magical protection by instilling fear and terror in potential enemies. Any gela. On the
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Dan We Guere Bete War Mask DRAMATIC Ivory Coast Africa Superb
Title, Dan We Guere Bete War Mask DRAMATIC Ivory Coast Africa Superb, Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Ivory Coast, People, Dan We. Guere, Bete, Materials, Wood. Metal nails, cotton cloth, teeth, brass studs, Approximate Age, mid 20th century, Dimensions, 17 inches H. x 9.5 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, wear. Chips, crack in the back, Additional Information: This superb dramatic mask comes ... morefrom the Bete of the Ivory Coast who live along the Sassandra River in large villages organized according to family lineages. A wonderful mask showing vidences of wear and substantial age! Like neighboring peoples such as the We or the Dan and especially the We. Also called Guere, whose influence can be seen in this mask, the Bete carve and use masks of extraordinary form and inventiveness to represent the untamed forces of nature that Bete identify as âGle or Greâ. This present mask has facial features that show Dan's and Wee influences. The face shows a bulging forehead, eyes in coffe-beans shape with openings, a large strong nose, and a protruding mouth with teeth, and enlarged mustachio. Two carved hands meet together and hide the pierced eyes and the nose root. Brass nails are encrusted on the face and offer a spectacular expression and the powerful form on this mask. The holes surrounding the mask in the back appear to have been made by an awl. Not drilled. These holes were supposed to hold the costume made out of vegetable fibers. In the past masks such as this were worn during periods of social strife and war. Whereas today they are danced primarily duri
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We Wee Kran Guere Dan War Mask Liberia Ivory Coast African
Title, We Wee Kran Guere Dan War Mask Liberia Ivory Coast African Type of Object, Mask, Country of Origin, Liberia and Ivory Coast. People, We(Wee. Kran, Guere) Dan Materials, Wood. Pigment, paint, metal, nails, reeds, Approximate Age, second half 20th century, Dimensions, 14 inches H. x 7.25 inches W. Overall Condition, Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents. And have been treasured by several owners.  Small splits, scrapes and cracks are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. We examine each piece carefully when we receive it and report any damage we find in our listings. Please look carefully at the pictures which may also reveal condition and damage. Damage/Repair, general wear. Nails rusting, chips in places, damage in mouth( Additional Information: ... moreAn impressive face mask made out of hard wood. The mask exhibits exaggerate features including big eyes and a very large open mouth. The face has forged iron nails laid on a cotton cloth that add to the dramatic aspect of this fearsome mask. The perimete is secured by reeds. This mask comes from the Dan-Guere or Wee or related peoples of western Ivory Coast and eastern Liberia. This is known as a war mask. The We have been variously known in the past as the Kran in Liberia and the Nguere or Guere in Ivory Coast. Though close in terms of geography and culture to the well-known Dan people in the region. They are separated by language(Wee are Kru speakers and the Dan are Mande speakers) Both the Dan and We have dynamic masking associations known as Poro that initiate the young and regulate society. Poro is an exclusively menâs society, however masks between the We and their Dan neighbors are divided into male and female categories based on their form and details. Female masks are rounded or oval, narrow eyes and finely delicate non-challenging features, whereas the male mask is larger in size, grosser in proportions, with an open and menacing mouth with teeth, tube-like e
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