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.
Fruitwood
$603Sale Price / item|46% Off
African Katanda Mask – Lega Tribe, DR Congo – Mid 20th Century
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bring a piece of African heritage into your space with this authentic vintage Katanda mask from the Lega people of DR Congo.
Hardwood
$1,188Sale Price|41% Off
Salampasu Mask – DR Congo – Mid 20th Century – African Tribal Art
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Discover the soul of Africa through this authentic Salampasu mask from DR Congo, handcrafted in the mid-20th century.
Hardwood
African Songye Luba Congo Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Wood Carved Ceremonial Dance Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A wonderful hand carved wood Kifwebe mask created by the Songye and Luba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Wood, Paint
African Lwalwa Tribal Mask
Located in Montreal, QC
African Lwalwa tribal mask enhanced with white pigment on the mouth and ears.
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...
Wood
Old African mask Songye circa 1900
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredible old african mask in noble wood circa 1900 attributed to SONGYE people.
Wood
Rare African Bena Lulua Mask Kasai Region DR Congo Early to Mid 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Rare African Bena Lulua Mask Kasai Region DR Congo Early to Mid 20th Century A rare Bena Lulua mask from the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the earl...
Wood, Paint
Mid 20th-Century African Helmet Mask
Located in San Francisco, CA
On offer is a Kuba Bwoom helmet mask from the Kuba Kingdom (Democratic Republic of the Congo), specifically featuring a heavily stylized ceremonial royal coiffure.
Fur, Shell, Raffia, Mirror, Wood, Feathers
African Congo Early 20th Century Carved & Painted Wood Pende Facial Mask
Located in Queens, NY
African Congo Early 20th Century carved and painted Pende facial mask (for healing or preventing sickness) with a twisted nose and mouth, plus 2 eye slits, 2 side holes and elongated...
Paint
African Congo 20th Century Carved & Painted Wood Songye Kfwebe Face Mask
Located in Queens, NY
African Congo 20th Century wood Songye Kfwebe Face Mask (to ward off supernatural threats) carved in circular form with painted decorative geometric grooves, an inlaid beaded pattern...
Paint
Ancient Cubist Danced Kuba Mask Black Patina Cone Eyes Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Ancient Cubist Kuba Dance Mask Black Patina, Cone Shaped Eyes, from the Congo, Africa.
Wood
$2,784Sale Price|20% Off
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.
Animal Skin, Organic Material, Wood
Africa D.R. Congo Late 20th Century Carved Teke Circular Disc Mask Plaque
Located in Queens, NY
African Democratic Republic of the Congo Late 20th Century carved & painted Teke disc mask plaque in flattened circular form features symmetric relief shapes which suggest a geometri...
Paint
Vintage Handcrafted African Mask, Wood, Mid-20th Century, Congo Origin
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Handcrafted African Mask, probably from Congo. Mid-20th Century.
Wood
Pende or Kwese Black Wood Small Mask Heavy Eyelids Teeth, DRC Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. 8 inches high, Mounted on custom metal base, total height 10 1/2 inches.
Wood
Early Ghost Like Kumu Mask With Kaolin Open Eyes Mouth Teeth Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early Ghost Like Kumu Mask With Kaolin Open Eyes Mouth Teeth, Congo, Africa It is in good condition with wear, polish and erosion from traditional use, appropriate for its age, use,...
Wood
Very Rare African Dagara Mask Ngbaka People DR Congo Early to Mid 20th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
Very rare African Dagara mask Ngbaka people. Africa, Congo, early to mid 20th century A beautiful early to mid 20th century African so called 'Dagara’ mask from the Ngbaka and Mbanj...
Wood
Old Pende Giwoyo Red Mask with Beard and Woven Raffia Hair Cap Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old Pende giwoyo mask with red pigments, black and white beard with carved triangles and woven black raffia hair cap The mask is 13 1/4 inches high, on custom wood base total height ...
Organic Material, Wood
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Highly Decorative Wood African Mask
Wood
Kumu Wood Mask Orange/Faded White Quadrant or Maniema Region DRC Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early to mid century danced light wood mask from the Kumu or Maniema region, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa with face divided into four opposing quadrants with orange and trace...
Wood
Traditional Kéwélé Mask in Patinated Wood – Brown & Ivory Congo Tribal Art
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This traditional African Kéwélé mask from Congo is a striking ethnic art object hand-carved from aged wood and finished with a carefully applied natural patina.
Wood
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
African Futurist Pink Mask Created by Bomber Bax
Located in Milano, IT
Unique African mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently worked on and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The artist used ...
Wood
$2,320Sale Price|20% Off
African Futurist Black Tribal Mask by Bomber Bax
Located in Milano, IT
Contemporary African single mask created by the artist Bomber Bax. The mask dates back to the early 1900s and was subsequently processed and painted in late 2022 by the artist. The...
Wood
A Kidoumou Mask by Teke Tsayi Tribe Africa 1980's
Located in HYÈRES, FR
A Kidoumou Mask by Teke Tsayi Tribe Africa 1980's Beautiful colours and patina.
Wood
A fine Kuba Mask - Rustic African Folk Art
Located in Skien, NO
Ngaady aMwaash Mask. African Antique Folk Art Kuba Mask, originating from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Softwood
Old Guéré African mask in noble wood circa 1900.
Located in Rio De Janeiro, RJ
Incredilble old African mask in noble wood circa 1900.
Wood
African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments. 20th century.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
African mask “Kuba Babuka” in wood and pigments held by a rope.
Wood
Antique Congolese African Tribal Carved Hemba Helmet Mask, Suku Peoples
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique African tribal carved Hemba helmet mask, the Suku peoples, possibly Kwese culture, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, early 20th century, surmounted b...
Raffia, Wood
Songye Female Large Wood Kifwebe Mask with White, Black, Provenance, DRC Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Worn holes around back edge of mask from attachment of costume. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. 16 inches high, Mounted on custom metal base, total height 18 1/2 i...
Wood
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
18/1900s A Fine Bena Lulua Mask - Primitive African Folk Art
Located in Skien, NO
Antique Bena Lulua Mask Late 1800s to Early 1900s – Democratic Republic of the Congo This striking primitive folk art mask hails from the Bena Lulua people of the Democratic Republi...
Softwood
Early Small Salampasu Warrior's Wood Mask, Zaire, Africa, Early 20th Century
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early carved wood small Salampasu Warrior's Mask, Zaire, Africa early 20th century, remains of black and white pigments, on custom stand. Mask 10", height on stand 14" strong angul...
Wood
Early Salampasu Warrior's Wood Mask, Zaire, Africa, Early 20th Century ex Willis
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early carved wood Salampasu Warrior's Mask with black finish, Zaire, Africa early 20th century, remains of black and white pigments, on custom stand. Strong angular cubist mask wit...
Wood
Unavailable
H 22.05 in W 6.3 in D 6.3 in
Ndop Kuba Statue From The Kuba Ndengese Shoowa Tribe Dr Congo Kasaï African Art
Located in Leuven, BE
Exceptional royal Ndop statue From the Kuba / Ndengese / Shoowa tribe - DR Congo Kasaï region - Circa 1940-1950 Length = 56 cm Perfect condition Note : Image of individual kings Alt...
Hardwood
Kifwebe, Songye Mask, Congo Africa
By Songye Tribe
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration an African mask from the Songye People of the DR Congo.
Wood, Paint
African Bembe Mask
Located in Rochester, NY
African Bembe mask with feathers from Congo region in original aged pigmented color to wood.
Wood, Feathers
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H 9 in W 7 in D 3.5 in
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, with finely carved open mouth and filed sharpened teeth. Raised scarification marks...
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.
Copper
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 wood in red and black with a triangle patterned beard and heavy carved protruding ...
Wood
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H 11.82 in W 8.67 in D 6.3 in
African tribal masks, a matched decorative pair from circa 1930 - 1940
Located in Central England, GB
This highly decorative matched pair of African Congo region ceremonial face masks is beautifully handmade.
Clay
Antique African Congo Lega Tribal Mask
Located in Montreal, QC
A 20th century mask from the Lega. The Lega people live near the northern end of Lake Tanganyika on the banks of the Lualaba River in the DRC. They are also known as the Warega. Livi...
Wood
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H 18.51 in W 10.83 in D 3.94 in
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 handcrafted solid wood sculpture.
Wood
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H 14.5 in W 7 in D 6.5 in
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-20th century dance mask shows great design, color and character from age and use.
Wood
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H 12 in W 12 in D 24 in
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 live in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It is said to have been introduced in th...
Bronze
African Tribal Art Hand Carved Wooden Mask
Located in Stockholm, SE
Decorative African tribal mid century wooden Kifwebe mask for wall hanging. In great vintage and original condition. Most likely produced during the 1950-1960s. Dimensions: H: 50 c...
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 wooden mask of powerful abstract form, the median crest on the head becoming a tria...
Wood
African Carved Wood Ram's Head Mask Wall Sculpture
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A handsome carved wood ram head wall sculpture from Africa, probably used in tribal ceremonies as a mask. The curly ram's horns are especially impressive.
Wood
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 Lega mask used by the Bwami association with polish and wear from native use, remains ...
Wood
African Sognye Mask, Congo
Located in Astoria, NY
African Tribal mask, likely Sognye peoples of the Democratic Republic of Congo, with square mouth and protruding eyes, and fan comb to crown, with custom stand.
Wood
African Pygmy Mask from the Congo
Located in New York, NY
A rare pygmy mask from the Ituri Forest in the Congo. This mask has a very special feeling about it.
Wood
Songye Kifwebe Mask – Hand-Carved – DR Congo – Tribal African Art
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Add bold tribal character to your space with this striking Songye Kifwebe mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. Hand-carved from wood and featuring the signature geometric line...
Hardwood
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H 11 in W 7 in D 2.5 in
Haunting Open Square Eyed Kumu Wood Mask, Congo, Early 20th Century, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A haunting, carved wood Kumu mask with framed face, classic open square eyes and mouth typical of masks from this area. Face with remains of white framed by darker wood. Areas of wea...
Wood
African Carved Decorative Mask /Headdress
Located in Studio City, CA
Arresting African carved mask/headdress from the estate/collection of Gore Vidal, who was an avid collector of tribal art.
Animal Skin, Grasscloth, Wood
African Kuba Helmet Mask on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Helmet Mask known as Bwoon from the Kuba Tribe in the Kasai region of Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa circa mid-20th century.
Copper
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H 21.5 in W 18.5 in D 7 in
Decorative, Realistic Carved African Folk Art Mask with Horns on Display Stand
Located in Studio City, CA
Fantastic (and a bit frightening) piece. Wonderfully carved and ornamented. This mask was likely made for export and is not an antique or tribally used. It was made by a master triba...
Raffia, Wood
Kete Tribal Helmet Mask, Congo, Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Kete tribal helmet mask, Congo, Africa A Kete helmet mask with weaving scarification marks, Heavy wear and patina from native use.
Wood
African Ceramic Tribal Mask from Congo
Located in Antwerp, BE
A relief of an African tribal mask, red glaze on brown fired clay. Signed Napewaa. Measures: Height 23 cm. Width 12 cm.
Ceramic
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H 36 in W 13 in D 14.5 in
Songye "Male" Kifwebe Ceremonial Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo, Africa 1900
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A "male" ceremonial mask from the Songye tribe in the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire), Africa, circa early 1900s.
Paint, Wood
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H 11.25 in W 15.75 in D 9.25 in
African Kuba Bwoom Helmet Mask Kasai Democratic Republic of the Congo
Located in Forney, TX
Kuba Peoples, Kasai region, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa, Mid-20th Century A exceptional vintage African hand-carved wood Bwoom helmet mask, the Kuba peoples,...
Leather, Shell, Wood, Beads
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H 15.75 in W 7.5 in D 5 in
Songye Luba Kifwebe Wood Mask Shield with White, Red and Black, Africa, Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Africa, Congo This mid-20th Century mask shows great design, color and character from age and use.
Wood
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H 9.75 in W 6.5 in D 2.5 in
Fine Kuba Kete Face Mask Striking Square Eyes, Mouth Congo, Africa Custom Stand
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Fine and well carved wood Kuba Kete face mask with striking open square eyes and mouth, incised scarification mark on forehead, interesting backwards facing ears. From Democratic Rep...
Wood
Folk art refers to a genre of art that shares the creator’s traditions, offering not just an artistic display but an opportunity to learn about a culture. Vintage, new and antique folk art typically reflects a heritage or location. It can include utilitarian objects and handmade art as diverse as weather vanes, portraiture and paintings, carnival art, quilts and duck decoys.
American folk art is frequently valued because of the traditional skills involved, like weaving, hand-carving wood and even stonework. Many folk artists are self-taught, while some train as apprentices within their community. By using available materials and taking a personal approach to their creations, artists ensure each piece is unique and conveys a story. Native American folk art includes functional objects reflecting their heritage, such as baskets, textiles and wooden pieces.
During the Great Depression, artistic materials in America were hard to come by, so artisans used discarded wood from cigar boxes and shipping crates to make highly stylized, notched pieces — most often picture frames and boxes — that are today sought after by collectors. This folk art style is called tramp art and was popular from roughly 1870 until the 1940s.
Folk art brings vibrant culture and traditions into your home. Browse an extensive collection of folk art on 1stDibs.
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