An older traditional Fang mask that originates from the rain forests of Gabon on the western coast of Africa and has been handcrafted out of wood. The Fang people use masks when playing out traditional ceremonies such as weddings and funerals and will often been seen in traditional dance wearing masks when they are persecuting wrongdoers. A majority of Fang tribesmen and women live in the equatorial rain forest in Gabon and have past down their skill and traditions of the myths of the masks from generation to generation. Fang people are heaped high in tradition and to date allot about their culture is still unknown to the western population. This Fang mask is from the older generation and has become a sort after collectors item. The masks is unique to the Fang people and a must for African collectors. All sizes listed are approximate. The Fang mask you purchase and receive may differ just slightly in size, look, and/or color from the mask shown in the picture because each mask is handcrafted and hand painted by individual artists.
Beautifully crafted wood Congo Songe/Songye mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 12" - 13" x 5". Price is for 1 mask. The present mask belongs to the category of the most famous Songye masks knowns as Kifwebe and made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. "Kifwebe" means "Mask" in the Songye language.
One-Of-A-Kind Handmade Assorted Designs Beautifully crafted African wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 18" x 8". Price is for 1 mask. 2 masks might be shown on pictures for display. No two masks are alike, 1 mask received will vary in color/design.
Beautifully crafted Gabon Cameroon wood Fang mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 25" x 5". Price is for 1 mask. An older traditional Fang mask that originates from the rain forests of Gabon on the western coast of Africa and has been handcrafted out of wood. The Fang people use masks when playing out traditional ceremonies such as weddings and funerals and will often been seen in traditional dance wearing masks when they are persecuting wrongdoers. A majority of Fang tribesmen and women live in the equatorial rain forest in Gabon and have past down their skill and traditions of the myths of the masks from generation to generation. Fang people are heaped high in tradition and to date allot about their culture is still unknown to the western population. This Fang mask is from the older generation and has become a sort after collectors item. The masks is unique to the Fang people and a must for African collectors.
One-Of-A-Kind Handmade Assorted Designs Beautifully crafted African wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 16" x 7". Price is for 1 mask. 2 masks might be shown on pictures for display. No two masks are alike, 1 mask received will vary in color/design.
According to Hersak (1985: 168), "the striated masks, or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies public performances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black and some red... The Kifwebe tradition which exists also among the Luba, seems to have originated south of the eastern chiefdom in an area of Luba/Songe admixture. The Songye confirm this provenance by the interpretation that the kifwebe striations relate (apart from the zebra) to a pugnacious species of striped bushbuck antelope which inhabited the area
One-Of-A-Kind Handmade Assorted Designs Beautifully crafted African wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 18" x 8"
Beautifully crafted Gabon Cameroon wood Fang mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 25" x 5". Price is for 1 mask. An older traditional Fang mask that originates from the rain forests of Gabon on the western coast of Africa and has been handcrafted out of wood. The Fang people use masks when playing out traditional ceremonies such as weddings and funerals and will often been seen in traditional dance wearing masks when they are persecuting wrongdoers. A majority of Fang tribesmen and women live in the equatorial rain forest in Gabon and have past down their skill and traditions of the myths of the masks from generation to generation. Fang people are heaped high in tradition and to date allot about their culture is still unknown to the western population. This Fang mask is from the older generation and has become a sort after collectors item. The masks is unique to the Fang people and a must for African collectors. All sizes listed are approximate. The Fang mask you purchase and receive may differ just slightly in size, look, and/or color from the mask shown in the picture because each mask is handcrafted and hand painted by individual artists.
The lion is an animal that brings to your mind the savanna-jungle area of Africa. This hand carved wooden figure is sure to add a unique, exotic touch to your home. Small enough to fit on any desk, stand or table. Large enough to be noticed and admired. Size: 3" to 4" tall and 6" to 7.5" long. Price is for 1 lion. 2 lions might be shown on pictures for display. No two lions are alike, 1 lion received will vary in color/design.
Beautifully crafted Congo Songi/Songye wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor. Size: 12" - 18" x 5" - 7". Price is for 1 mask. The present mask belongs to the category of the most famous Songye masks knowns as Kifwebe and made for the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Secret society. "Kifwebe" means "Mask" in the Songye language. According to Hersak (1985: 168), "the striated masks, or kifwebe, are used as agents of a tradition and figures of authority to exercise social and political control through practices of evil magic and witchcraft by the members of the bwadi bwa kifwebe society. Among the societies public performances, three mask types exist: two grades of male and one female mask. Male masks are distinguished by a striated pattern of three colors while the female one is predominantly white with the features accented in black and some red... The Kifwebe tradition which exists also among the Luba, seems to have originated south of the eastern chiefdom in an area of Luba/Songe admixture. The Songye confirm this provenance by the interpretation that the kifwebe striations relate (apart from the zebra) to a pugnacious species of striped bushbuck antelope which inhabited the area."
