Yoruba Ajere. Used for divination. Most likely held cola nut, which are used in one of two forms of divination. 12 7/8 " h. x 6 5/8 " deep front to back. Nigeria
Yoruba Ajere. Used for divination. Most likely held cola nut, which are used in one of two forms of divination. 12 7/8 " h. x 6 5/8 " deep front to back. Nigeria
$649.00
Songye or Basonge wooden figure: This fine figure had the job of protection. It's wooden with horn , blue beads or cotton fabric. The sculpture is 17 5/8" h including the base. The Songye are found in
Songye or Basonge wooden figure: This fine figure had the job of protection. It's wooden with horn , blue beads or cotton fabric. The sculpture is 17 5/8" h including the base. The Songye are found in
$535.00
Kuba (bakuba): Wooden pipe, probably made by the Denguese who did much wood carvings as one of the 18 kuba tribes in the Democratic Republic of Congo. 16 1/4" L x 5 1/4" tall
Kuba (bakuba): Wooden pipe, probably made by the Denguese who did much wood carvings as one of the 18 kuba tribes in the Democratic Republic of Congo. 16 1/4" L x 5 1/4" tall
$395.00
Ibo (igbo) headpiece/mask of wood, kaolin of red pigment that had use in the powerful men's secret society called mmo or mwo or mwa. It is 20 1/2" tall and 9/14" w. The Ibo live in the South east of N
Ibo (igbo) headpiece/mask of wood, kaolin of red pigment that had use in the powerful men's secret society called mmo or mwo or mwa. It is 20 1/2" tall and 9/14" w. The Ibo live in the South east of N
$470.00
Yoruba Esu dance wand. Esu is one of the most important and prominent of the 401 orishas or demigods of the Yoruba religion in the south west of Nigeria. A look at the handle reveals evidence of use.
Yoruba Esu dance wand. Esu is one of the most important and prominent of the 401 orishas or demigods of the Yoruba religion in the south west of Nigeria. A look at the handle reveals evidence of use.
$290.00
Dan (Yacuba) "Go Ge" mask: The job of this mask is to announce the death of the chief. The dan are found in SW ivory coast and next door in Liberia. Wood, cowrie shells, fabric, and kaolin (white colo
Dan (Yacuba) "Go Ge" mask: The job of this mask is to announce the death of the chief. The dan are found in SW ivory coast and next door in Liberia. Wood, cowrie shells, fabric, and kaolin (white colo
$555.00
Kete of the Kuba confederation: initiation mask wooden with kaolin white and tukala red pigment. 20 1/4" tall x 9" wide (ear to ear). Dem Rep of Congo
Kete of the Kuba confederation: initiation mask wooden with kaolin white and tukala red pigment. 20 1/4" tall x 9" wide (ear to ear). Dem Rep of Congo
$435.00
Ekoi (Ejagham): Ekoi wooden masks are covered with animal skin. These figures usually refer to cultural or war heroes. This piece was worn on the top of a woman's head. 20 1/4" tall x 11 1/4" W. Niger
Ekoi (Ejagham): Ekoi wooden masks are covered with animal skin. These figures usually refer to cultural or war heroes. This piece was worn on the top of a woman's head. 20 1/4" tall x 11 1/4" W. Niger
$540.00
Ibo (Igbo) “Spirit Maiden” mask representing a beautiful young maiden. These masks are danced by men. The Ibo live in the south east of nigeria. 22" tall x 17 1/2" deep x 7" w. $435
Ibo (Igbo) “Spirit Maiden” mask representing a beautiful young maiden. These masks are danced by men. The Ibo live in the south east of nigeria. 22" tall x 17 1/2" deep x 7" w. $435
$435.00
Senufo maternity figure: She references the "Calao" (the hornbill bird), the bird is revered for it's devoted parenting. Wood. 19 1/2 tall" 7 1/4" deep. North central Ivory Coast or Cote D'ivoire
Senufo maternity figure: She references the "Calao" (the hornbill bird), the bird is revered for it's devoted parenting. Wood. 19 1/2 tall" 7 1/4" deep. North central Ivory Coast or Cote D'ivoire
$425.00
Kota (Bakota if pluralized) bronze figure is reminiscent of their reliquary guardians (Bwete). These folks live along Gabon's border with Rep of Congo. 27 1/4" tall and 9 1/2" w
Kota (Bakota if pluralized) bronze figure is reminiscent of their reliquary guardians (Bwete). These folks live along Gabon's border with Rep of Congo. 27 1/4" tall and 9 1/2" w
$495.00
Makonde figure with handle. The Makonde live in East Africa in Mozambique, Tanzania with a small group in Kenya. This figure is used by entertainers and storytellers. Wood with cotton fabric and a cow
Makonde figure with handle. The Makonde live in East Africa in Mozambique, Tanzania with a small group in Kenya. This figure is used by entertainers and storytellers. Wood with cotton fabric and a cow
$495.00
Yoruba Edan of the Ogboni Society: These bronze figures act as an emblem of this co-ed secret society. Members wear a small version of this around their necks. Nigeria. From bottom of spike ot top of
Yoruba Edan of the Ogboni Society: These bronze figures act as an emblem of this co-ed secret society. Members wear a small version of this around their necks. Nigeria. From bottom of spike ot top of
$725.00
Yoruba "Gelede" mask. The Yoruba created this celebration in the 20th century. It celebrates older women, known to have much power, in a month-long event. Nigeria; wood 57 3/4" h on stand, 17 1/4" d x
Yoruba "Gelede" mask. The Yoruba created this celebration in the 20th century. It celebrates older women, known to have much power, in a month-long event. Nigeria; wood 57 3/4" h on stand, 17 1/4" d x
$535.00
Kongo (Bakongo) wooden power figure or “Nkisi” Mask. It is decorated with cowrie shells, twine, iron nails, glass, and seeds. The Kongo ethnic group is found in Dem Rep of Congo. 16 ½ “ x 11 “
Kongo (Bakongo) wooden power figure or “Nkisi” Mask. It is decorated with cowrie shells, twine, iron nails, glass, and seeds. The Kongo ethnic group is found in Dem Rep of Congo. 16 ½ “ x 11 “
$485.00
Baga people’s “Etiol” figure that represents the protective spirit of their Simo men’s secret society. The Baga live on the Atlantic Coast of Guinea. Wood’ 25 ¼” H x 33 ½” long.
Baga people’s “Etiol” figure that represents the protective spirit of their Simo men’s secret society. The Baga live on the Atlantic Coast of Guinea. Wood’ 25 ¼” H x 33 ½” long.
$495.00
Kurumba Antelope: This graceful figure is actually handheld during both birth celebrations and funerals. The Kurumba are found in northern Burkina Faso. 35 ⅞” tall x 14 ¼” deep
Kurumba Antelope: This graceful figure is actually handheld during both birth celebrations and funerals. The Kurumba are found in northern Burkina Faso. 35 ⅞” tall x 14 ¼” deep
$335.00
Songye (Basongye if pluralized) mask. They are used by their Bwadi Bwakifwebe secret society. This one is male as expressed by the crest rising above the head. Democratic Rep of Congo. 17 ⅝” tall
Songye (Basongye if pluralized) mask. They are used by their Bwadi Bwakifwebe secret society. This one is male as expressed by the crest rising above the head. Democratic Rep of Congo. 17 ⅝” tall
$415.00
Lwalwa “Mfondo” mask: Worn at initiations and to bring good fortune to the village. The Lwala are related to the Bena Lulua, and reside near Dem Rep of Congo’s border with Angola. 11 ⅞” tall
Lwalwa “Mfondo” mask: Worn at initiations and to bring good fortune to the village. The Lwala are related to the Bena Lulua, and reside near Dem Rep of Congo’s border with Angola. 11 ⅞” tall
$845.00
Ogoni Yam Festival Mask: At yam harvest time the Ogoni celebrate with a festival at which this mask with it’s 3 yams and crest representing the machete that cuts the vines. IT’s 17” tall and made of w
Ogoni Yam Festival Mask: At yam harvest time the Ogoni celebrate with a festival at which this mask with it’s 3 yams and crest representing the machete that cuts the vines. IT’s 17” tall and made of w
$385.00
Bassa hand to serve as a power figure: The pouch in the hand’s palm contains magical substances. The piece is wooden and measures 17” long and 5 ⅞” wide. The Bassa reside in Liberia.
Bassa hand to serve as a power figure: The pouch in the hand’s palm contains magical substances. The piece is wooden and measures 17” long and 5 ⅞” wide. The Bassa reside in Liberia.
$485.00
Binji mask” The Binji are one of the 18 Kuba tribes. This mask was used during invitations. Total height with stand is 16 ⅞” (stand with price). In DRC
Binji mask” The Binji are one of the 18 Kuba tribes. This mask was used during invitations. Total height with stand is 16 ⅞” (stand with price). In DRC
$475.00
“Mwana Pwo” mask of the Chokwe (Tchokwe or Bajokwer) of Angola. Pwo is their word for woman. It represents a young woman who has been fully trained and is ready for marriage. Stand is included. Total
“Mwana Pwo” mask of the Chokwe (Tchokwe or Bajokwer) of Angola. Pwo is their word for woman. It represents a young woman who has been fully trained and is ready for marriage. Stand is included. Total
$975.00
Pende X-Large Mask: The Bapende are found in Dem Rep of Congo. This mask is 35 ½” tall and 16 ½” wide. Masks this size often decorated a meeting house. Wooden
Pende X-Large Mask: The Bapende are found in Dem Rep of Congo. This mask is 35 ½” tall and 16 ½” wide. Masks this size often decorated a meeting house. Wooden
$550.00
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