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Hand Carved Wood Congo Wall Mask from West Africa, "Baluba Hunter"

Product ID: 274137

The Baluba people are grassland and forest-dwelling hunters native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Inspired by their ancient traditions, West... more

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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.

  • 1.00 kgs
  • 2.2 lbs
  • 31 cm H x 23 cm W x 16 cm D
  • 12.25" H x 9" W x 6.25" D

  • Sese wood, clay, iron rings
  • Features an aged antique finish
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Intended as wall decor
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 274137
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
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T.S

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Nov 08, 2020

“Beautiful work of art”

Masterpiece

Purchased Item Bobo Festival, Burkina Faso-Style African Wood Mask from Ghana

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Debra

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Jan 19, 2020

“Songa Man African Mask”

Gorgeous mask...Beautiful!! I decided to display my mask on the coffee table but can also be hung on the wall as well.

Purchased Item Songa Man, Rustic African Sese Wood Mask Crafted in Ghana

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Richard

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Jun 20, 2019

“Stunning Mask created by Emmanuel”

I am so pleased with the African Baga mask carved so expertly by artisan Emmanuel Austin Ankude! ????

Purchased Item Baga Face, Handmade African Sese Wood Mask from Ghana

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