Name: African wood mask, Kidumu Rite
SKU: 261602

Luba Death Mask Hand Made Wood Mask from Africa

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

His eyes are closed forever, yet they seem to gaze protectively from beyond the grave. Incised with concentric circles in warm earth colors, this mask is representative of the Lubo, a Bantu speaking people from southern Congo. These are used during periods of transition, marking the death of a chief or other eminent person. It is crafted by Salihu Ibrahim.

$119 Wholesale

$119
River Goddess Hand Beaded Congo Zaire Wood Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

Bright beadwork adorns the serene features of a river goddess. Salihu Ibrahim creates an image from the Pende people of Zaire. Tassels of red thread complement the trade seed beads, and the piece receives an antique finish. Invoked during purification ceremonies of lakes, rivers and streams, the goddess protects her people from drowning.

$217 Wholesale

$217
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Songye Kwifibe African Protection Spirit Wall Mask Artisan Crafted Wood Art

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

This replica mask of powerful beauty is known as kwifibe by the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Distinguished by its black and white stripes, the mask is believed to embody supernatural forces that will ward off evil. To the Songye, the use of white on the mask symbolizes positive concepts such as purity and peace, the moon and light. Ghana's Christopher Nyasafo carves the wall mask by hand featuring a bird looking downward.

$159 Wholesale

$159
Teke-Tsaye Artisan Crafted Colorful Teke-Tsaye African Mask

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

Christopher Nyasafo crafts a beautiful African mask from the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo. With its circular face and characteristic triangular nose, it represents masks used in rituals by the Kidumu men's society. The Ghanaian artisan carves the piece by hand and paints it in beautiful colors.

$139 Wholesale

$139
Disguise Fair Trade Congo Zaire Wood Mask

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(133)

By Abdul Aziz Mohamadu, this imposing mask is carved and painted by hand. The face is brown and black, while richly embossed aluminum adds beautiful textures. "This mask is used by several pygmy peoples of the Congo, formerly known as Zaire. Hunters wear the mask to disguise their faces and this helps them catch their game," the artisan explains. He names it Latu, meaning "Disguise."

$79 Wholesale

$79
Gabonese Abstraction Abstract Circular African Mask from Gabon and the Congo

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

Abstract in concept, this African mask represents those used in rituals by the Kidumu men's society. Christopher Nyasafo takes his inspiration from the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Ghanaian artisan carves the piece by hand and paints it in green, orange and ivory.

$109 Wholesale

$109
Keeping Order Handcrafted Congo Zaire Wood Mask

Robert Nortey

(12)

This highly stylized mask represents a personage who wears a turban. Richly adorned with aluminum repoussé, its colors are red and black. "This mask is worn by the selected few in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Its purpose is for maintaining order in the community," artisan Robert Nortey explains. "These masks are meant for use on ritual or political occasions to arbitrate conflicts and punish wrongdoers."

$97.30 Wholesale

~~$139~~ $97.30
Kidumu Rite Multicolor Handcrafted Congolese African Mask

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

Christopher Nyasafo crafts a beautiful African mask from the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo. With its circular face and characteristic triangular nose, it represents masks used in rituals by the Kidumu men's society. The Ghanaian artisan carves the piece by hand and paints it in beautiful colors.

$129 Wholesale

$129
Teke-Tsaye Ritual Circular Orange African Mask Carved by Hand in Ghana

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

With its circular face and characteristic triangular nose, this African mask represents those used in rituals by the Kidumu men's society. Christopher Nyasafo takes his inspiration from the Teke-Tsaye people of Gabon and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Ghanaian artisan carves the piece by hand and paints it in orange and ivory.

$119 Wholesale

$119
Baluba Hunter Hand Carved Wood Congo Wall Mask from West Africa

Emmanuel Austin Ankude

(5)

The Baluba people are grassland and forest-dwelling hunters native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Inspired by their ancient traditions, West African artist Emmanuel Austin Ankude carves this mask from wood in the style of Baluba dance masks, finishing the surface with clay for an aged effect. The mask features a human face with slitted eyes, a pointed chin, and hoops dangling from the ears.

$154 Wholesale

$154

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African wood mask, 'Baluba Hunter'

Brianna

Jan 11, 2025

Amazing!!

So impressed. The perfect addition to my art collection I will cherish it the rest of my life. Its so unique and exotic I absolutely love this piece. Best artist in the world!! Thank you so much. Respect!!

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Congolese wood Africa mask, 'River Goddess'

Jane J.

Nov 11, 2017

absolute treasure

River Goddess by Salihu Ibrahim is breath-taking! Thrilled with this addition to my collection. Highly recommended.

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African wood mask, 'Kidumu Rite'

Mary

Oct 24, 2020

Fun, happy modern Mask

Large, bright, but soft colors in a modern mask. Goes great with all my abstract art and my other tribal pieces.

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