Perfect for enthusiasts of ethnographic antiques or those with a keen eye for unique pieces, this mask is not just an item but a conversation starter. Its presence in your space is sure to bring a touch of African elegance and history, making it an ideal centrepiece or a thoughtful gift for collectors and admirers of traditional African art.
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This Yoruba hand sewn bag consists of a beaded front flap covering an inside pocket. The shoulder strap is decorated with cowrie shells. The fabric backing is reinforced with a cardboard type insert.
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It is an original piece, though the tribe it originates from is unknown.
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A Primitive Large African Pende Mask, DR Congo. Size: 60cm.
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A cow-hide shield is known as isihlangu, ihawu or ingubha in Zulu, and ikhaka or ikhawu in Xhosa. 19th century. Cowhide cm. 64,7 x cm. 41,0 (25.47″ x 16.14″). The wooden handle is 90,0 cm high (35.43").
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Very interesting mask, with its strong Lega influence, and especially Lega Bakano, living with the Nyanga in the Walikale region. COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Democratic Republic Congo. (ex Zaïre, ex Belgian Congo).
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