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Material: Wood
Baule Painted Ram Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
The Baule people of the Ivory Coast used ram masks in secular, public performances. Realistically carved, and wonderfully decorated, they were designed to draw attention and enhance ...
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Ekoi, Ejagham Janiform Headcrest, Nigeria
Located in Savannah, GA
Janiform ceremonial headdress from the Ekoi, Ejagham people of the Cross River region of Southeastern Nigeria, circa early 20th century. The janus symbolism from the Cross River r...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Antique Carved Wood Mask
Located in Vienna, AT
Carved Wood Mask, African Art
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20th Century Beninese Wood Masks

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Hardwood

Antique Mexican Diablo Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare and very antique Mexican Diablo mask in wood, circa 1940. Great patina.
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1940s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Yoruba Egungun Headdress Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
Attributed to the Yoruba people of western Nigeria, this wooden headdress was worn during a masquerade known as egungun. A widespread Yoruba ritual, egungun performances honor a comm...
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Early 20th Century Nigerian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

African Basuku Helmet Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
During their five hundred year history in the Southern Congo, the Basuku tribe developed a series of intricate rituals built around their skilled mask makers. This particular example was most likely carved in the likeness of a deceased chieftain. The artisan intentionally pronounced the eyes, cheeks, and chin to provide a terrifying test for young men as they underwent their rites for manhood. The Basuku's spiritual expressions inspired early 20th century western painters...
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20th Century Congolese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

African Lwalwa Tribal Mask
Located in Montreal, QC
African Lwalwa tribal mask enhanced with white pigment on the mouth and ears.
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1960s Congolese Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably century Very decorative. Comes from a Berlin private collection.
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20th Century African Wood Masks

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Wood

African Futurist Gold Mask Created by Bomber Bax
Located in Milano, IT
Single African mask created by artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently processed and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The artist used spec...
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Early 1900s Ivorian Tribal Antique Wood Masks

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Wood

Indonesian Asian Javanese Hand Carved Painted Wood Jaguar or Mythical Cat Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautiful hand carved, crafted and hand painted wood Indonesian jaguar/panther mythical cat ceremonial mask (perhaps a traditional Balinese I Wayan Muka mask). These masks are ge...
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20th Century Indonesian Folk Art Wood Masks

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Wood, Paint

Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. This mask features a dark red polychrome and resembles a bird-...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Wood Masks

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Wood

Indonesian Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...
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1970s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Wood Masks

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Teak

Mid-Century Teak Mask with Stand
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare teak mask, mid-century.
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1950s Vintage Wood Masks

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Teak

Kpélié Mask, Sénoufo population, Ivory Coast, 1950
Located in Paris, FR
The Senoufo people inhabit areas spanning southern Mali, southern Burkina Faso, and northern Côte d'Ivoire. They are organized around the poro, a male initiation system where young boys learn their social and religious roles in sacred woods, away from the village. Initiation ceremonies can last up to twenty-one years, and ritual objects are carved by specialized artisans. The Kpélié mask...
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1950s Ivorian Folk Art Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

African Salampasu Helmet Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
African Salampasu Helmet Mask, carved wood, copper, and raffia, together with metal stand. Mask: 25" H x 10.75" W x 9" D. Provenance: From a Sutton Place Estate.
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Early 20th Century Congolese Wood Masks

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Copper

African Salampasu Helmet Mask
African Salampasu Helmet Mask
$2,240 Sale Price
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Fang-Style African Painted Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
Light masks like these represented the spirit of an ancestor and were used for social control by Ngil, the judiciary association. The facial markings, abstract features and strong, e...
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Mid-20th Century Gabonese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Vintage Carved Wood Mask, African Folk Art 20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
African mask handmade and carved from a single piece of exotic wood, in a manner specific to the traditional African art. Hand carved wall mask with decorative geometric ornaments, d...
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1970s Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Bidjogo Tribal Initiation Ox Mask, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
After oxen were introduced to Guinea Bissau by Portuguese sailors in the 15th century, its strength, aggression, and nobility quickly became integrated i...
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Early 20th Century Guinea-Bissauan Tribal Wood Masks

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Hide, Wood

Geisha Wig Nô Theater 2 Mask
Located in Paris, FR
Mask Geisha Wig & Nô Theater 2, with real natural hair Geisha wig on head model and with Nô Theater natural wood mask. Base: 28,5x26,3cm.
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1950s Japanese Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Pende-Style Antelope Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
Masks from the Pende people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo are considered some of the most dramatic works of African art. The Pende have defined an extensive range of mask forms, many with distinct characters embodied during ritual ceremony. Colored by red and white pigments, this Pende mask...
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Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Egyptian Mummy Mask, Late Period, ca. 700-30 B.C.
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Carved hardwood mummy mask having a pink-brown painted ground, painted black eyes and brows. Wearing a black headband. Eyes and brows are restored. Scattere...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Antique Wood Masks

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Hardwood

A Kendo Mask Bust Protection Japan 1930s
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Kendo mask and bust protection. Japan 1930s. Very good patina. In original good condition
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1930s Japanese Vintage Wood Masks

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Leather, Fabric, Rope, Wood

Balinese Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage theater mask from Bali, Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Polychromed hand-carved teak, mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian Topeng or Mas...
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1970s Indonesian Tribal Vintage Wood Masks

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Teak

Vintage Lega - Kwele Mask from Congo Africa, 1970s
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A hand-carved partially painted (natural pigments) Lega/kwele/bakwele mask. Artisan made in Congo circa 1960-80 and brought back to Denmark by a Danish traveller. It is executed in u...
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20th Century Congolese Tribal Wood Masks

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Fruitwood

Dogon Mask
Located in Montreal, QC
African Dongon Tribal mask. Mali.
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1970s Malian Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Japanese Asian Vintage Wood Carved Showa Daikokuten Mingei Folk Art Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderfully designed expertly crafted Japanese Mingei (folk art) wood carved mask of the god Daikokuten who is one of the Seven Lucky Gods, representing wealth, fortune and prosper...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Wood Masks

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Wood, Paint

20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Antique Carved Wood Mask, African Art Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably century Very decorative. Comes from a Berlin private collection.
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20th Century African Wood Masks

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Wood

Dance mask, Kifwebe, Songye, Congo
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dance mask/ sculpture. Known as a Kifwebe mask. Songye. Carved wood. 20th century. With a few flaws and repairs.
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20th Century Congolese Wood Masks

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Wood

Indonesian Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Penasar mask from Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Hand-carved teak, polychromed in white and black. Mounted on a black metal stand. This type of mask is used at Indonesian ...
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1970s Indonesian Other Vintage Wood Masks

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Teak

Mid 20th Century Hand Carved African Fertility Mask, Akan People
Located in Ottawa, Ontario
A very decorative fertility mask by the Baule tribe, associated with the Akan people who live both in Ghana and in the Ivory Coast. The sides with three...
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

20th Century Vintage Carved Wood Mask, African Folk Art
Located in Bochum, NRW
A hand carved wood wall mask, vintage from the 20th Century. African Folk Art. Handmade and carved from a single piece of exotic wood, in a manner specific to traditional African ar...
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1970s African Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Late 19th/Early 20th Century Carved Hannya Noh Devil Mask Curio
Located in Lowestoft, GB
A rather cheeky looking carved and stained wood devil mask, turn off the century in age. Possibly reference to the Hannya Noh Mask used within Japanese th...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Wood Masks

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Pine

Black and orange tribal mask
Located in Munich, DE
Add a touch of culture with this striking tribal mask. Its intricate design makes it a captivating decorative piece for any wall.
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19th Century Antique Wood Masks

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Wood

Set of 4 Detailed Wood Carving Alpine Gnome Dwarf Faces Austria Alps Folk Art
Located in Nuernberg, DE
Set of four rustic Folk Art carved wood face mountain man. This is a wonderful example of Austrian carving. This can be used as a Wall decoration in y...
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1960s German Folk Art Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Congolese Kuba Bwoon Helmet Mask
Located in Pasadena, TX
This piece is called a Kuba mask. It was made in Congo. Its a helmet and a mask. Its decorated with cloth, beads and shells. its nicely carved and would make a statement in your home...
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20th Century Congolese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood, Beads

africa 3
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Antique Carved Wooden Face Mask, African Folk Art. Hangable.Decorative Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably 20th century The face ...
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20th Century African Wood Masks

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Wood

Old wooden mask from southern China/lion mask/ritual item//Festival Mask
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Masks have been created around the world since ancient times, deeply connected to the human spirit. Many performing arts involving masks, where the wearer transforms into another bei...
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20th Century Chinese Other Wood Masks

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Wood

20th Century Authentic African Ceremonial Tribal Animal Mask - Object d Art
Located in Wainscott, NY
Captivating 20th Century African Tribal Mask with distinctive elongated ears. This mask embodies the rich cultural heritage and artistry of African craftsmanship. Collectors : seeki...
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20th Century Wood Masks

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Wood

Baga Altar Figure or Mask Guinea
Located in San Mateo, CA
Baga anok altar mask from Guinea. This is probably last quarter of the 20th century and made for the collector market. Large piece and great form.
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Late 20th Century Guinean Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

20th Century Antique Carved Wooden Face Mask, African Folk Art. Hangable.Decorat
Located in Berlin, DE
20th Century Antique Carved Wooden Face Mask, African Folk Art. Hangable.Decorative Solid wood, hand-carved, Africa probably 20th century The face ...
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20th Century African Wood Masks

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Wood

1950 s Dogon African Dancing mask
Located in Dallas, TX
950's Dogon African Dancing mask with stand
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1950s African Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Chinese Folk Wood Dance Mask with Open Eyes Red Lips Traces of Paint China
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Carved hard wood dance mask from China with powerful expression, open eyes. Traces of many layers of paint, including red, green, black and white pigments. Ex- private collection in...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Dayak Shaman Mask
Located in London, GB
A rare Iban Dayak shaman ritual mask, early to mid 20th century, Kalimantan/Borneo, Indonesia. Hand carved from local jelutong wood with existing decorative lime and charcoal/pigments.
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Primitive Wood Masks

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Wood

Carved Wood African Headdress on Later Iron Stand
Located in Buchanan, MI
Carved wood African headdress on later iron stand.
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20th Century African Wood Masks

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Wood

Nocturnal Bird Mask, Nigeria, Africa, circa 1950
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Very beautiful mask with large pronounced eyes with the circular cavity shape. The mask depicts a nocturnal bird that can see in the darkness and manifest the presence of divinities ...
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Mid-20th Century Nigerian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Large Vintage Latin American Hispanic Devil Diablo Folk Art Mask with Horns
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic piece. Really quite unique. We have not seen another quite like it. Made from heavy wood and features real horns. Likely South or Central American or perhaps from Mexico. Has clear signs of use and age so we are estimating early to mid-20th century. Would make for a terrific addition to any folk or tribal mask collection...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Folk Art Wood Masks

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Paint, Wood

Long white mask
Located in Munich, DE
Add a touch of culture with this striking long white tribal mask. Its intricate design and elongated form make it a captivating decorative piece for any wall.
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19th Century Antique Wood Masks

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Wood

Wall Sculpture Wooden Frame Adorned Mosaic Leather Liquid Metal Artglass Backlit
Located in London, GB
Wall sculpture with circular wooden frame, adorned with elements in lacquered wood, leather, glass mosaic, art glass and liquid metal. Backlighting system with sensor.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Wood Masks

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Metal

Baule-Goli mask carved and painted mid-century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Baule-Goli mask carved and painted mid-century 27 x 2 x 45
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20th Century Wood Masks

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Wood

Collection of Japanese and Chinese Masks
Located in Atlanta, GA
Collection of eight Japanese and Chinese masks, circa 1950s or earlier. These were recently purchased from the Manhattan estate of a Japanese man who travel...
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1950s Japanese Chinoiserie Vintage Wood Masks

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Metal

African Nafana Bedu Large Moon Plank Zoomorphic Geometric Wood Sculpure Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful, quite large and heavy, colorful Bedu plank mask by the Nafana (Senufo) tribe who reside in the central north-west of Ghana and the north-east of...
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20th Century Ghanaian Wood Masks

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Wood, Paint

Carnival of Venice Four Vintage Hanging Tiles
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Set of four hand made and painted tiles professionally framed it wood frame , depicting caricatures from The Carnival of Venice. Which is annual festival held in Venice, Italy. The festival is world-famous for its elaborate masks. The celebration takes place over ten days in which people dress up and take part in organized parades or simple processions on the street. The costumes are seventeenth-century Venetian dresses.
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20th Century Italian Wood Masks

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Composition

20th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. This mask features a black and green polychrome finish on its ...
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Early 20th Century Indonesian Other Wood Masks

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Wood

Chinese Folk Wood Dance Mask with Smiling Expression Traces of Paint from China
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Carved wood dance mask from China with smiling expression, large square hat or headdress. Traces of many layers of paint, including red, blue, black and white pigments. Darkened pat...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Early 20th Century Large Tribal Shield
Located in Sheffield, MA
Highly decorative and impressive shields from the buttress-like roots and/or trunks of mangrove trees. The soft mangrove wood is well suited to be proces...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

1960s Art Deco Tribal Mask Brass Bronze on Oak Base, France
Located in London, GB
Striking small decorative mask made of brass and treated bronze in verdigris finish with a round hand-curved oak wood base. Made in the 1960s and represents either an African or a M...
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1960s French Art Deco Vintage Wood Masks

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Brass

Ceremonial Coyote Mask – Dance of the Morenos, Colima, Mexico
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
Ceremonial Coyote Mask – Dance of the Morenos, Colima, Mexico Circa 1960. This ceremonial mask represents the Coyote, a symbolic figure associated with intelligence and cunning. The...
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1960s Mexican Folk Art Vintage Wood Masks

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Wood

Wooden tribal mask
Located in Munich, DE
Add a touch of culture with this striking wooden tribal mask. Its intricate design makes it a captivating decorative piece for any wall.
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19th Century Antique Wood Masks

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Wood

Powerful Early Classic Cubist Wood Standing Bobo Fing Figure Africa Ex J. Willis
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Powerful early cubist carved wood standing female figure from the Bobo-Fing of Burkina Faso, Africa. Created early 20th century. Ex private collection Texas, originally acquired from James Willis...
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Early 20th Century Liberian Tribal Wood Masks

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Wood

Kuba Mask African Bwoom Tribal Congo in Wood, Vibrates Vegetables, Animal Hair
Located in Milano, IT
The African Kuba Bwoom tribal mask is the oldest known mask, the Kuba bwoom mask. The materials used for the realization of the Mask are: Wood, colors and vibrates plants, caures, beads, animal hair. In dance it expresses exuberance and joy. The style is similar to that of the middle Kasai. This mask is a helmet with animal hair, carved with a very wide forehead and hollow cheeks that are announced by motifs or dashes and beads. The mouth of the mask is very pronounced carved in wood and then applied on the mask. To distinguish the forehead in different areas are used black and white beads to draw attention to other aspects of the face such as the nose and chin. The entire edge of the chin is surrounded by beads of various colors. The person wearing the mask cannot look because there are no holes for the eyes present; the mask must create the feeling of being blind. Some masks similar to the bwoom mask include the funny mask, the ram mask and initiation masks such as Nnup. The real Kuba masks...
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1620s Congolese Tribal Antique Wood Masks

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Animal Skin, Organic Material, Wood