Name: African wood mask, Songye Kwifibe I
SKU: 261817

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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
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Protection and Blessings Fair Trade Ivoirian Wood Mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

Crowned with the image of a crested bird, this mask symbolizes protection and blessings. Salihu Ibrahim carves the sese wood mask in the artistic tradition of the Guro tribe from Cote d'Ivoire. Noted for their zoomorphic features, the masks were believed to personify the spirits of the underworld.

$129 Wholesale

$129
Kwele Mask I African Art Heart Shaped Kwele Protective Handmade Wood Mask

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

Master carver Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the legendary mask of the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo. It 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 blue, white, brown, and light orange.

$127 Wholesale

$127
Kwele Mask II African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art

Christopher Nyasafo

(28)

Christopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo and 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, yellow, green, red and grey.

$114 Wholesale

$114
Timeless Protector African wood mask

Sefah Mohammed

(15)

Sefah Mohammed finds protection in the Coclotsu ("rooster") mask of the Vume people from Ghana's Volta Region. "They believe that as the rooster wouldn't sit back and watch the hawk catch the chicks, so will the mask protect them. The mask is worn or displayed throughout the year for protection," explains Mohammed. He carves the sese wood mask by hand and adorns it with glittering recycled glass beads and embossed aluminum.

$99 Wholesale

$99
Protection Mask III Artisan Crafted Wood Wall Mask with Protection Theme

K. Baka

(27)

The times, they are a-changin', as evident in this original mask from Ghanaian artisan K. Baka. The hand carved wood mask is itself masked, in the style of the medical protective masks being used to protect against COVID-19. The witty mask is painted in brown, blue, black and red.

$94 Wholesale

$94
Protection Mask IV Original African Wood Masked Mask from Ghana

K. Baka

(27)

The times, they are a-changin', as evident in this original mask from Ghanaian artisan K. Baka. The hand carved wood mask is itself masked, in the style of the medical protective masks being used to protect against COVID-19. The witty mask is painted in brown, blue and red.

$89 Wholesale

$89
Hausa Spiritual Protector Handmade Wood Mask from Africa

Abdul Aziz Mohamadu

(133)

A bird poses on the forehead of this imposing mask by Abdul Aziz Mohamadu. He names it Sahafi, a Hausa word meaning "spiritual protection." Strong African rubberwood contours are carved and painted by hand, while applications of white clay give the piece a vintage appearance. "The mask is used by the Hausa people of Mali," Mohamadu explains. "It is used when their crops bear fruit. It is believed that the mask drives away birds that come to destroy their crops."

$79 Wholesale

$79
Protecting the Traveler Dan wood mask

Salihu Ibrahim

(132)

The customs of Cote d'Ivoire inspire Salihu Ibrahim as he carves a magnificent Dan mask. The Dan, also known as the Yacouba, have traditionally inhabited the mountainous regions of Cote d'Ivoire. Transforming polished sese wood into an extraordinarily expressive mask, Ibrahim portrays a personage thought to protect people from the evil ones when they are away from home.

$69 Wholesale

$69
Guardian Buffalo Classic Carved Buffalo Albesia Wood Wall Mask from Bali

Gio

(13)

Fiery guardian of your home and gentle caretaker of your family, the buffalo spirit arrives from distant Balinese lands to infuse your spaces with divine protection. Artisan Gio uses albesia wood to create this magnificent wall mask painted in vibrant hues to exude exotic and majestic beauty.

$59 Wholesale

$59

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African wood mask, 'Kwele Mask II'

MARIO MORALES

Jan 20, 2018

Exquisitely done

First, ordering to delivery was very good from Ghana to Florida. Kwele masks are so beautiful, no flaws, perfect. This Artisan is amazing. The packaging was so well protected and looked like a gift with ribbon. Thank You Christopher Nyasafo. I am very, very impressed.

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African wood mask, 'Songye Kwifibe I'

Rebecca

Aug 8, 2021

Beautiful Mask

This artistic mask is a creative and skillfully designed piece. The colors blend so nicely. The craftsmanship is top notch. Great job by this artist. I have other masks from his collection and they are always beautiful. Thank u

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