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Heart Shaped Kwele Protective Wood Mask Handmade African Art, "Kwele Mask III"

Name: Heart Shaped Kwele Protective Wood Mask Handmade African Art, 'Kwele Mask III'
Brand: NOVICA
SKU: 261600
Price: 119.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.86 (28 reviews)

Product ID: 261600

by Christopher Nyasafo (28)

Christopher Nyasafo is inspired by the legendary masks of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. The wall mask features two... more

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Christopher Nyasafo is inspired by the legendary masks of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. The wall mask features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. The masks are regarded as highly protective and are controlled by the Bwete Association, who maintains social order. They are used in ceremonies which promote well-being and community. Nyasafo carves the sese wood wall mask by hand and paints it brown, orange, green, and grey.

0.77 kgs
1.7 lbs

38.5 cm H x 29 cm W x 5.5 cm D
15.25" H x 11.5" W x 2.2" D

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US/Imperial

Sese wood
Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana
Certified and shipped by our office in Ghana
Product ID: 261600

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Christopher Nyasafo

West Africa

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Lee

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Mar 09, 2018

“Not the best”

When I opened this package, the mask looked like it had been dropped in the mud right before being dropped in the mail. It took me about 2 hrs with a toothbrush to get the mask clean enough to hang. Also, the painting on the mask was very much not up to the standard I was expecting.

Purchased Item Kwele Mask III, Heart Shaped Kwele Protective Wood Mask Handmade African Art

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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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Christopher Nyasafo African masks, wood sculptures and djembe drums

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