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Colorful Acrylic Modern Primitive Portrait by Edward Lewis
By Edward Lewis
Located in Pasadena, CA
artist Edward R. Lewis (1914-1992) masterfully blends the symbolism of African masks, and primitive arts
Category
1980s Abstract Expressionist Figurative Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
HAIRry OLD (Harold) - Collage, 21st Century, White, Portrait, Framed, Pop Art
By Raluca Arnăutu
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
a wide-open mouth and big eyes remind of African masks images.
Because of the face caring at the
Category
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Paper
Iranian Cinderellas Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Contemporary outsider art
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
I can not forget you Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Contemporary outsider art
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Nostalgia Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Contemporary Iranian outsider paint
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Happy Valentine Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Iranian outsider painting love
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
Untitled Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century Contemporary Iranian outsider painting
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed backdrops
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
The haunted horse Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century painting Iranian outsider art
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Mysticism Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century painting outsider Iranian art colourful
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
The Lovers Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Iranian painting outsider art
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
while thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
WOLF (Ulf) - Wood, Synthetic Fur, Cardboard, Green
By Raluca Arnăutu
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
individual elements, they are reminiscent of the mask images of African tribes of peoples who served as
Category
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Wood
Try to give up (Trygve) - Wood, Synthetic Fur, Cardboard, Blue, Green
By Raluca Arnăutu
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
of their individual elements, they are reminiscent of the mask images of African tribes of peoples
Category
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Wood, Fabric
THORMOTHRSSON (Turn the storm) - Contemporary, Collage, Puzzle, Portrait
By Raluca Arnăutu
Located in Baden-Baden, DE
many ornaments, and the abstract forms of their individual elements, they are reminiscent of the mask
Category
2010s Pop Art Mixed Media
Materials
Wood Panel
Wood African Mask
Located in Bedford, NY
CARVED WOOD REPRODUCTION OF AFRICAN MASK- MADFE IN INDIA
Category
Vintage 1960s Indian Masks
Materials
Wood
Ndop Kuba Statue From The Kuba Ndengese Shoowa Tribe Dr Congo Kasaï African Art
Located in Leuven, BE
in African art and underscores their survival in Western collections today. Ndop sculptures depict
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Masks
Materials
Hardwood
Mask of an African Prinzess by Leopold Anzengruber
By Leopold Anzengruber
Located in Vienna, AT
"African Princess" mod. no. 29
Mask of an African Princess by Leopold Anzengruber
Vienna 1951
Category
Vintage 1950s Austrian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
Bedroom Masks
By Wangechi Mutu
Located in New York, NY
by combining postcards of traditional African masks with images of nude black females. This work was
Category
Contemporary Mixed Media
Materials
Found Objects, Paper
Pablo Picasso Ceramic Plate A.R. 496 Face No. 203
By Pablo Picasso
Located in Minneapolis, MN
direct influence of African masks, an important influence in Picasso’s work. Considered one of the
Category
1950s Modern Sculptures
Materials
Earthenware
Pair of African Masks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two, hand-carved, African, tribal masks mounted on custom, iron bases.
Category
20th Century Central African Folk Art Masks
Materials
Wood
$10,000
African Tribal Mask
Located in Essex, MA
African Tribal Mask of [Horned Male Form http://www.boston.com]
Category
Vintage 1930s African Masks
Pair of African Masks
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of hand carved and painted wooden African masks; "longish" look
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Masks
Materials
Wood
African Masks
Located in New York, NY
A selection of African masks, representing the traditional styles of various nations and cultural
Category
20th Century Masks
$412
Pair of African Judicial Fang Tribal Mask
Located in Dallas, TX
Unique pair of African Judicial Fang Tribal Masks from Gabon.
Category
Vintage 1930s Masks
Large African Tribal Dance Mask from Zaire
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A Beba Bomba, Zaire dance mask worn an s a helmet. A fine example of its type in carved and painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Masks
Materials
Wood
Two sets of African Masks in Lucite Frames
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two sets of African masks from Gabon set in linen backs and Lucite frames. In the main photo, the
Category
20th Century Gabonese Masks
Materials
Wood, Lucite, Linen
Large African Dancing Mask in Shape of an Ankole Watusi
Located in Essex, MA
Large Carved Wooden Animal Formed Mask in Shape of Head and Horns of Ankole-Watusi or African
Category
20th Century Masks
Mid-20th Century African Male Enlightenment Mask
Located in London, GB
Mid-20th century African male enlightenment mask
An unusual mid-20th century hand carved
Category
Vintage 1950s Togolese Folk Art Masks
Materials
Wood
20th Century African Art Satimbe Mask from the Dogon Tribe of Mali
Located in Astoria, NY
A 20th century African Art Dogon Tribe or Mali Satimbe mask. Good condition with some surface wear
Category
20th Century Malian Masks
Materials
Paint, Raffia, Shell, String, Wood
Early Hardwood Pende Dance Mask Early 20th Century DR Congo African Tribal Art
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Finely carved hardwood mask from the Pende people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Expressive
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Masks
Materials
Wood
Vintage Tikar Tribal Mask, Cameroon, African, Tropical Hardwood, circa 1970
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage Tikar tribal mask of Cameroon. An African, tropical hardwood ceremonial mask
Category
Mid-20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Masks
Materials
Wood
Vintage Senufo Firespitter Helmet Mask - Set Of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
The Senufo Firespitter Helmet Mask set, originating from the Ivory Coast, features two intricately
Category
20th Century African Folk Art Masks
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Snake Man Mask
Located in London, GB
Early 20th century Snake Man Mask
We share what we love, and we love this early 20th century hand
Category
Vintage 1930s African Folk Art Masks
Materials
Natural Fiber
Huge Nafana Bedu Style Plank Mask Natural Colors Powerful Abstract Art
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Standing 80 inches tall this is a example of one of the largest of all African mask types. This
Category
Late 20th Century African Folk Art Masks
Materials
Wood
1970s Painting of African Masks
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very good size 1970s painting of African masks.
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Decorative Art
Materials
Paint
African Mask, Prob, First Half of the 20th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Large carved wooden African mask, partly painted white and decorated with fabric. Mounted on a
Category
Early 20th Century African Tribal Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Central African Songye Tribe Wooden Kifwebe Mask
Located in London, GB
A striking African tribal Kifwebe mask, produced by the Songye peoples, early 20th century.
The
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
A matched pair of African tribal dance face masks, circa 1920
Located in Central England, GB
A most interesting and decorative matched pair of African tribal carved wooden face masks which
Category
Vintage 1920s African Other Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Sculptural African Monkey Masks Introducing the Year of the Monkey
Located in London, GB
Original dance masks from the region of Cameroon and Congo carved in wood and edged with raffia.
Category
Vintage 1960s African Tribal Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Style of Protective Spiritual African Dan Mask Wood Wall Sculpture Decor
Located in Chula Vista, CA
African Mask
Style of Powerful and Sacred African Dan mask Wall art decor Sculpture in wood
Category
Late 20th Century African Folk Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Pair of Decorative Weathered Ngil Style Gabonese African Masks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of decorative weathered Ngil style Gabonese African masks.
Category
20th Century Gabonese Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Artful African Tribal Mask of a Ram Wall Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A striking wall sculpture from Africa that's a tribal mask of a stylized ram having smooth face
Category
Vintage 1950s Botswanan Tribal Animal Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Vintage African Bwoom Helmet Mask from the Kuba People of the Republic of Congo
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
One of the three royal masks, the Bwoom is one of the oldest mask types used by the Kuba people who
Category
Late 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Bronze
Small Expressive Tribal Mask, Lega, Drc, Africa, Mid-20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Offered by Scott McCue
Small expressive Tribal mask, Lega, DRC, Africa, mid-20th century
Small
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Various Collection of Songye Masks on Stands
Located in Dallas, TX
Three different African masks carved by the Songye people of the southeastern area of the
Category
Antique 19th Century African Tribal Art
African Congo Midcentury Finely Handcrafted Solid Wood Sculpture of a Mask, 1954
Located in MIlano, IT
African Congo midcentury finely handcrafted solid wood sculpture of a mask, 1954
Finely
Category
Vintage 1950s Congolese Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Brothers: Black artist painting of urban city figures w/ abstract African masks
By Charles Searles
Located in Bryn Mawr, PA
, angles, and planes of the African masks from the University of Pennsylvania’s Museum of Archaeology
Category
Late 20th Century Abstract Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Songye Luba Kifwebe Tribal Wood Mask, with White, Red and Black, Africa, Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Songye Luba Kifwebe Tribal wood mask, with white, red and black Africa, Congo
This early to mid
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Collection of Baule Goli Masks
Located in Wiscasset, ME
From the ivory coast, part of a large collection from NYC. Will sell as a group or individually.
Category
Vintage 1970s African Folk Art Collectibles and Curiosities
$900 / item
Imposant and Elegant African Ceramic Mask , Wall Decoration, circa 1975
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
In the style of an African mask, imposant ceramic mask,
circa 1970.
White ceramic original
Category
Vintage 1970s French Decorative Art
Materials
Pottery
Contemporary African Mask Painted
Fused Glass
Bead Designs by Ruth Brockman
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
An artful and eclectic contemporary interpretation of an African mask. Made with painted and fused
Category
Late 20th Century Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Cast Bronze African Mask Sculpture with Crooked Nose Mounted on Limestone Stand
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome cast bronze sculpture of African mask with a crooked nose. It is mounted permanently on a
Category
Late 20th Century Tribal Mounted Objects
Materials
Limestone, Bronze
African Red and Black Goli Style Tribal Mask, Mounted on a Custom base
By Baule Tribe
Located in Stamford, CT
Highly decorative African hand carved and painted mask in the style of a Goli tribal mask, Baule
Category
20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Daum Nancy Vase Origin African Mask Art Deco Lines Crystal Paste Ocean Blue
By Daum
Located in Paris, FR
.
His creation, a sculpture-like vase with the features of African masks with Art Deco influences, is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Glass
Carved Wooden Mask in the Style of Chokwe Tribal Ritual
Located in Buffalo, NY
A tribal ritual wooden mask in the style of the Chokwe tribe of the democratic republic of Congo
Category
20th Century African Tribal Tribal Art
Whimsical Handmade Mask Sconce
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Striking handmade brass mask sconce with the feel of African art.
Measures: Mask is 16.25 H but
Category
Vintage 1930s American Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Brass
Pair of Baule Dance Masks Made into Lamps with Custom Shades
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully hand-carved pair of West African Masks mounted on acrylic bases and turned into lamps
Category
20th Century Table Lamps
Studded Dan Maou Mask by Brian Stanziale
By Brian Stanziale
Located in Chicago, IL
silver and gold thumbtacks to accentuate the sculptural form of this African mask attributed to the Dan
Category
20th Century American Tribal Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Metal
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- What is an Indonesian mask?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different types of Indonesian masks. One type, the Balinese mask, was created to house spirits and energies and used as a medium to help ancestral spirits to pass through this world. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Indonesia has a long tradition of intricately-carved wooden masks that hold spiritual and cultural significance. They are mediums for ancestral spirits to revisit the physical world, and are often used to represent divine beings in traditional dances and rituals. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why did they do death masks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Death masks were a way to cover the face of a passed loved one and show honor to them. They also represented the features of the deceased, helping them be recognized in the spirit realm. On 1stDibs, find an array of death masks.
- What are Javanese masks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Javanese masks are wooden masks that are used in traditional Indonesian dance and theatrical performances. They are called topeng and the traditional dance is called the tari topeng. Browse a collection of authentic Javanese masks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Africa, beads represent a number of things. Beaded waist jewelry worn by women in West Africa symbolize sensuality, fertility, femininity, wealth and spiritual health. Some African tribes associate different bead colors with levels of social standing or power. Shop a selection of bead jewelry on 1stDibs.
- When was the Senufo mask made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Senufo masks are still made by the Senufo of northern Côte d’Ivoire. These masks and other traditional art plays a large role in the Poro, a society guided by a female ancestral spirit and run by men who are taught the ways of the Ancient Mother.
- What are biombo masks used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Biombo masks are used during rituals and ceremonies. The masks share their name with the Biombo people, who live along the Luaka and Kasai rivers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of African masks.
- Who wears the Baule mask?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Baule people of western Africa wear the Baule mask during ritual dances. These indigenous people live mostly in the eastern portion of the Ivory Coast and in parts of Ghana. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Baule masks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a samurai mask represents depends on its design. Some depict mythological beasts or fierce animals. The purpose of the masks was to intimidate or terrify a samurai's opponent. You'll find a collection of samurai masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Venetian masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Venetian masks are an essential part of the Venetian Carnival, a celebration that dates back to the 1300s. Venetian masks generally fall under two categories: carnival masks and commedia dell’arte (comedy of artists). Commedia dell’arte masks were usually worn by troupe performers and helped identify the type of character the actor portrayed. Carnival masks were typically worn by everyone else and obscured the wearer’s identity. Find a range of Venetian masks on 1stDibs.
- Are fencing masks bulletproof?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, fencing masks are not bulletproof. Fencing masks are a layer of metal wire mesh that protects your head and face during fencing but should not be considered protective under other circumstances. Shop a selection of vintage fencing masks and other sports memorabilia on 1stDibs.
- What is a fencing mask called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Fencing masks can be called epee masks and sabre masks. Epee masks are for beginners and sabre masks are for competitive fencers. Find a collection of antique and vintage fencing masks on 1stDibs today.
- What were death masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A death mask is called a “funerary mask” or “burial mask”. The mask was often made of wood or stucco and would cover the face of the deceased. You’ll find a collection of funerary masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What were Egyptian masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Egyptian masks are normally just called death masks because they were used during funeral rituals. Some historians refer to them as funerary masks. To create the mask, Egyptian artisans used papyrus or linen soaked in plaster. The material is known as cartonnage. You'll find a variety of Egyptian masks on 1stDibs.
- What are Bali masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bali masks are called Topeng. Balinese performers wear different ones to portray various characters. For example, Barong symbolizes health and good luck and is a representation of a creature called keket. You'll find a variety of decorative masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of Venetian masks was originally related to the observance of the Carnival festival in Venice. People wore masks to disguise their identities during the fun. Today, people tend to use the masks as decorations. Find a range of Venetian masks on 1stDibs.
- Where is Napoleon s death mask?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021It is believed that Napoleon's death mask still resides in The Museum in Santiago de Cuba.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Senufo masks are carved wooden helmets which are worn over the whole head, used as tradition in a funeral to honor a Senufo person. The mask features a small, delicate face, with geometric details along the side. There are also ornate patterns carved into the surface of the mask. Shop a collection of Senufo masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One distinctive aspect of Mende mask tradition is that they are best known for the helmet masks used by the Sande society, one of the few women’s societies that are known to use masks. In most African mask traditions, they are only used by men’s societies. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mende masks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Beautiful Greek masks represented different things depending on the theatrical production that they were used in. They could symbolize the innocence or purity of the character or help the audience identify the main male or female character. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique masks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Baule made several different types of masks for dances, the gba gba, bonu amuen, the bmlo and the goli. Mblo are portrait masks that represent an individual within the community. The bonu amuen is shaped like a helmet and represents an animal that is worn with a specific outfit. On 1stDibs, find Baule masks and other artwork from top sellers around the world.
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