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Artisan Crafted Bantu African Forest Spirit Dance Mask, "Bantu Forest Spirit"

Product ID: 261683

Beautifully mysterious and enigmatic, this replica of the forest spirit mask bears the artistry of the Bantu people. They live in several communities... more

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Beautifully mysterious and enigmatic, this replica of the forest spirit mask bears the artistry of the Bantu people. They live in several communities that spread from Africa's Great Lakes region all the way down to South Africa. To the Bantu, masks with off-white faces represent the spirits of their ancestors and were often worn by dancers on stilts during funeral rituals. Working with sese wood, Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the mask in off-white, red and black featuring stone and cotton twine earrings. A second smaller face wears recycled glass earrings.

  • 2.40 kgs
  • 5.3 lbs
  • 52 cm H x 29 cm W x 14.5 cm D
  • 20.5" H x 11.5" W x 5.75" D

  • Sese wood, cotton trim, recycled glass and stone beads
  • Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 261683
Christopher Nyasafo
Christopher Nyasafo

West Africa

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From Phoenix

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Apr 05, 2021

“Exquisite Piece”

This mask certainly added a shocker to my current collection. Very, very unique. Love it!

stunning beautiful unique Wall Piece

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Rebecca

From USA

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Oct 05, 2020

“Excellent craftsmanship”

This mask is beautiful. By far the most interesting I have bought from Novica. Larger than I expected and love it. Everyone that visits my home complements it. Great work.

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Barbara

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Feb 24, 2019

“Fabulous”

Wonderful piece of art beautifully executed. Thank you Mr Nyasafo.

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Santa Fe Sunsets

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Oct 07, 2024

“This piece is stunning”

We love it. The use of the primary colors is wonderful, and stays within earth tones. A happy mask, which makes us smile and brightens the room!

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Heather

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Sep 28, 2024

“Perfect birthday present”

I bought this for my picky husband for a birthday present. He absolutely loved it! The color are beautiful as is the geometric design.

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Barbara

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Sep 09, 2024

“Christmas present.”

Beautiful and bigger than I thought. Nice addition to their collection.

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