Product code: High quality hand made Tribal Ethnographic 2024 African Art Mask Wood Polychromy
Colorful tribal mask. Hand carved, hollowed out and hand bored intricate design in wood. Judging by carving marks in wood, I would surmise this piece was made early 20th century, however I have limited knowledge in this area. 22” tall 8” w 7.5” deep Weighs 2lb 3oz 2024 Could use a cleaning, I did not touch it for fear of removing paint or causing damage to the delicate features Painted black with yellow cut/gash on left cheek, I do not know the significance of this mark, but perhaps it is a type of war paint or a significant scar. Eyes and lips accented with red. Headdress / head piece is yellow red white with decorative holes bored through. In African culture, mask colors carry meaning. Red- Life & blood; Gold- Fortune; Black- The Unity of the people of Africa Air holes bored on back/side of mask as well for air circulation when wearing. Rope attached for wearing and display. Beautiful primitive piece!.
Colorful tribal mask. Hand carved, hollowed out and hand bored intricate design in wood. Judging by carving marks in wood, I would surmise this piece was made early 20th century, however I have limited knowledge in this area. 22” tall 8” w 7.5” deep Weighs 2lb 3oz 2024 Could use a cleaning, I did not touch it for fear of removing paint or causing damage to the delicate features Painted black with yellow cut/gash on left cheek, I do not know the significance of this mark, but perhaps it is a type of war paint or a significant scar. Eyes and lips accented with red. Headdress / head piece is yellow red white with decorative holes bored through. In African culture, mask colors carry meaning. Red- Life & blood; Gold- Fortune; Black- The Unity of the people of Africa Air holes bored on back/side of mask as well for air circulation when wearing. Rope attached for wearing and display. Beautiful primitive piece!.