Songye Kifwebe Mask University Museum Plaster Cast
By Songye Tribe
Located in Sharon, CT
Perfectly accurate plaster cast reproduction of perhaps the most recognizable Songye Kifwebe mask. A Pennsylvania University Museum cast of their famous mask.
Plaster
19th Century Congolese "Songye Kifwebe" Mask Wood "Kifwebe" Mask
Located in Miami, FL
Gordon's Tribal Arts Gallery in NYC in the early 1970s, this is a hand-carved wood "Songye Kifwebe" mask made in the Congo during the 19th Century.
Fruitwood, Paint
Female Kifwebe Mask with old collection label, Luba-Songye People, DR Congo
Located in Leuven , BE
Traditionally, Kifwebe masks were created and worn by members of the secret masking society, Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe, of the Luba and the Songye People living in the central part of the Co...
Wood
African Kifwebe Mask with Pigmented Decoration, Songye People
Located in Nottingham, GB
Among the most iconic sculptural traditions of Central Africa, the Kifwebe masks of the Songye people are celebrated for their striking abstraction and powerful ceremonial presence.
Wood
Songye Female Large Wood Kifwebe Mask with White, Black, Provenance, DRC Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Carved wood large female Songye Kifwebe mask with classic white lines, blackened ridge down crest of forehead, nose and mouth.
Wood
Large midcentury African, Songye shield with Kifwebe mask DR Congo, 1950s
Located in Zaandam, NL
Songye shield with a carved kifwebe mask in relief, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Hardwood
$1,072Sale Price|20% Off
Dance mask, Kifwebe, Songye, Congo, carved wood, 20th century
By Songye Tribe
Located in Stockholm, SE
Dance mask/ sculpture. Known as a Kifwebe mask. Songye.
Wood
African Songye Luba Congo Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe Wood Carved Ceremonial Dance Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
Kifwebe mask are used by the Bwadi Bwa Kifwebe secret society and are worn during funerals, initiations, and to help fight and ward off evil.
Wood, Paint
Kifwebe Songye Mask, Drc – Late 19th / Early 20th Century
Located in Bilzen, BE
Songye Kifwebe Mask, D.R. Congo – late 19th / early 20th century Important early Kifwebe mask from the Songye people, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Wood
$1,100 / set
Luba Kifwebe Sandals
Located in Sharon, CT
Rare pair of African sandals, with beautifully articulated little Luba 'Kifwebe' (mask) heads as toe holds. Wonderful aged 'footprints' produced from great use.
Wood
Antique African Luba Songye Kifwebe Carved Wood Tribal Mask, Congo
Located in Delray Beach, FL
An evocative antique African carved wood mask in the Kifwebe tradition of the Songye and Luba peoples of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Wood
20th Century African Songye Nkishi Kifwebe Figure, Democratic Republic of Congo
Located in London, GB
Their culture is rich in visual art, especially their dramatic masks and figurines, used in secret society rituals, most notably in the kifwebe tradition.
Metal
Unavailable
H 15.75 in W 7.29 in D 5.52 in
Songye "Kifwebe" Mask, Democratic Repubic of Congo 20th Century
By Songye Tribe
Located in Waalre, NL
A early, or mid 20th century Congo tribal mask or 'kifwebe'. In the Songye language, a mask is a kifwebe: this term has been given to masks representing spirits and characterized by ...
Unavailable
H 21.75 in W 8.5 in D 7.25 in
Vintage Large Scale Ceramic Kifwebe-Inspired Mask Lamp on Mahogany Base, 1950s
By Yasha Heifetz
Located in Long Island City, NY
Vintage Large Scale Ceramic Kifwebe-Inspired Mask Lamp on Mahogany Base, Circa 1950s.
Ceramic, Mahogany
Antique Pair of Kifwebe Masks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kifwebe masks from Congo, Central Africa
Kifwebe Mask, Songye Ethnicity, Congo
Located in Porto, PT
Songye Kifwebe Mask, Democratic Republic of Congo A striking and authentic Songye Kifwebe mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo, carved in wood and decorated with traditional r...
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.
Wood
Female Songye Kifwebe Hand Carved Ceremonial Mask
By Songye Tribe
Located in London, GB
In the Songye language, a mask is a Kifwebe: This term has been given to masks representing spirits and characterised by striations.
Wood, Paint
Female Songye Kifwebe Hand Carved Ceremonial Mask
By Songye Tribe
Located in London, GB
In the Songye language, a mask is a Kifwebe: This term has been given to masks representing spirits and characterised by striations.
Paint, Wood
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 and pigment, circa 1960.
Wood, Paint
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.
Wood
Songye Style Hand-Carved Wooden Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
Similar to the traditional kifwebe masks, the piece has a long protruding mouth, and is adorned with a large sculptural headdress or helmet embellishment.
Wood
Sold
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
Songye-Style Ceramic Helmet Mask
By Songye Tribe
Located in Chicago, IL
While stylistically similar to traditional masks (kifwebe) of the Songye and Luba peoples of the Congo River Basin, this particular mask is unusual for its ceramic material and helme...
Ceramic
Tribal Style Songye Kifwebe Mask, D. R. Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
This graphic Songye Kifwebe mask has fine carved lines curved over the eyes and diagonal lines radiating from the nose and mouth in classic Kifwebe form.
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.
Hardwood
Sold
H 17 in W 8 in D 7.5 in
Large Classic Songye Kifwebe Mask, Ex Laeremans, Davy Early 20th Century Congo
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A fine and impressive early large Classic Songye Kifwebe mask with weathered and eroded surface, finely carved incised design and traces of pigments.
Wood
Sold
H 7 in W 4 in D 3 in
Old Worn Small Songye Kifwebe Mask with Fine Striations Around Face Cubist Mouth
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Old worn small Songye Kifwebe mask with fine carved striations cascading around face, square cubist mouth and triangular nose.
Wood
Sold
H 22.45 in W 9.85 in D 8.67 in
African Songye Male Kifwebe Mask with Expressive Face Large Sized Wall Hanging
Located in Torquay, GB
Large sized Songye Male Kifwebe mask from The Congo circa 1910s. Traditionally, the Kifwebe mask is very symbolic in the Bantu culture of central Africa.
Wood
Songye Basangwe Mask DRC Wall Hanging Mask Circa 1950s
Located in Torquay, GB
It has a banded stripe design in black and white more similar to a Songye Kifwebe mask however the patterns here are bolder and more angular.
Wood, Paint
Sold
H 13.78 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
Old African Songye Female Kifwebe Wall Mask with Expressive Face Large Sized
Located in Torquay, GB
Large sized Songye Female Kifwebe mask from The Congo circa 1920s. Traditionally, the Kifwebe mask is very symbolic in the Bantu culture of central Africa.
Wood
Stylish African Mask on Museum Stand Mount
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Hand carved Kifwebe mask from the Songye People, a Bantu ethnic group from the central Democratic Republic of Congo.
Sold
H 28 in W 10 in D 8 in
"Female" Kifwebe Ceremonial Mask, Songye Tribe of Zaire Africa circa Early 1900s
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A "Female" Kifwebe mask from the Songye Tribe in the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire), Africa, circa early 1900's.
Paint, Wood
Sold
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
The "Kifwebe" masks come in many different shapes and sizes.
Paint, Wood
Sold
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
Songye or luba kifwebe wood mask or shield, designed to be hung on the wall, with traces of white, red and black pigments.
Wood
19th Century Songye Kifwebe Mask
Located in New York, NY
This Kifwebe Mask was made by the Songye Tribe in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Songye Kifwebe Mask
Located in 3 Oaks, MI
A hand carved Kifwebe mask from the Songye People, a Bantu ethnic group from the central Democratic Republic of Congo.
Kifwebe Mask - Zaire Mid 20th Century
Located in Berlin, DE
Kiwebe male mask from Eastern Songye, Zaire. A Kikashi type mask with engraved in wood with some light red painting around the eyes. Ca. 1960's.
Hand Carved and Painted Kifwebe Masks
Located in Los Angeles, CA
From the Songye Tribe of Southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). Priced individually ($750.00 each).
Sold
H 27 in W 12.5 in D 10 in
Kifwebe Style Ceremonial Mask of the Songye People in the Republic of Congo
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Similar to the traditional Kifwebe masks, the piece has a long protruding mouth and is adorned with a large sculptural headdress or helmet embellishment.
Metal
Rare Female KIFWEBE ceremonial mask
Located in Summerland, CA
Rare mask with its original woven accoutrements, mellow wear, white/red paint associated with purity and spirits
20th Century Kifwebe Femal Wood Mask
Located in Paris, FR
Kifwebe Femal Mask Sculpted Wood & Naturals Pigments Democratic Republic Of Congo, Songye Nation Early of 20th Century Ex Collection Stefan Grusenmeyer Ex Collection Private Net...
Wood
Songye Style Female Dance Mask
Located in New York, NY
A large, masterfully hand carved female dance mask (kifwebe) in the style of the Songye people of the Congo.
Wood
$800
H 15.5 in W 9 in D 4 in
African Gabon Late 20th Century Carved Wood Galwa Mask with Encircling Snake
Located in Queens, NY
African Gabon Late 20th Century carved wood Galwa mask in tapered ovoid form with overlapping brow, protruding angular nose, geometric eye and mouth holes, 2 side holes plus a styliz...
$9,500
H 9.5 in W 5.75 in D 3.75 in
Expressive Early Classic Cubist Dan Mask Early 20th Century Liberia, ex Sothebys
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Expressive early classic cubist Dan mask with refined expressive look, narrow open eyes and mouth and fine line scarification marks around outside of face. Created early 20th century...
Wood
$595Sale Price / item|46% Off
H 15.36 in Dm 5.91 in
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. Hand-carved in the mid-20th century, this tribal mask is ...
Hardwood
$3,952
H 12.6 in W 6.7 in D 3.15 in
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
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. Property from a Private Collection. Acquired by a Norwegian Collector...
Softwood
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
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...
Fruitwood
$550
H 12 in W 8.25 in D 6.5 in
Hemba Soko Mutu Ape Mask - Tribal Wood Art from Congo, late 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A Monkey mask (Soko Mutu), of the Hemba / Bahembe tribe, from the Democratic Republic of Congo (formerly Zaire). Late 20th Century, possibly earlier. Amongst the Hemba there are tw...
Raffia, Wood
Rare Gabon Mask From Tsogho Peoples with Character, Central Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early and rare mask from Gabon, Central Africa, created by the Tsogho peoples. Powerful large mask with carved open eyes, and black painted eyes above, below heavy carved eyebrows. ...
Wood
$156Sale Price|20% Off
H 9 in W 5.25 in D 1 in
Vintage Hand-Carved African Wood Mask Sculpture from Mid-20th Century
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Vintage African Wood Decorative Mask Sculpture. Hand-carved African Mask from Ghana. African decorative wall mask sculpture, hand-carved of sese wood with intricate patterns. The Afr...
Wood
$2,950
H 12.5 in W 6 in D 7 in
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
$2,835
H 12.6 in W 7.88 in D 6.7 in
Rare Early to Mid 20th Century African Bena Lulua Mask Kasai Region
Located in Meer, VAN
Rare Early to Mid 20th Century African Bena Lulua Mask Kasai Region A rare Bena Lulua mask from the Kasai region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, dating to the early to mid ...
Wood, Paint
$894Sale Price|20% Off
H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 4.73 in
Chokwe Mask – Mid 20th Century – Angola – African Tribal Art
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Bring home a piece of ancestral heritage with this authentic Chokwe mask from Angola, crafted in the mid-20th century. Rooted in deep cultural tradition, Chokwe masks were once used ...
Hardwood
Bwami Society Carved Wooden Mask, Lega People, Congo
Located in Nottingham, GB
Among the Lega people of the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, art served as a powerful vehicle for knowledge, morality and social identity. Masks and figures played an integral ...
Wood
$916
H 12.21 in W 8.27 in D 5.12 in
Authentic Punu Mask from Gabon, Tribal Art, Hand-Carved Wooden Ceremonial Mask
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Add a rare and culturally rich statement piece to your collection with this superb vintage Punu Mask originating from Gabon, dating back to the late 20th century. Known for their se...
Kaolin, Hardwood, Padouk
African Congo 20th Century Songye Kfwebe Mask, Carved Wood Design
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
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.
Wood
Tiffany Studios Dragonfly Diachronic Confetti Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios Dragonfly Table Lamp A gorgeous Tiffany Studios diachronic light blue to green Dragonfly table lamp with confetti glass wings. A true piece of Museum quality collecti...
Bronze
$3,437Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 16.93 in W 11.82 in D 15.75 in
Medusa, White Matt Terracotta Sculpture, Handmade in Italy, 2022, Unique Piece
By Mosche Bianche
Located in San Miniato PI, IT
In Greek mythology, Medusa, was one of the three monstrous Gorgons, generally described as winged human females with living venomous snakes in place of hair. Those who gazed into h...
Terracotta
Salampasu Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
This ceremonial African mask is linked to the Salampasu people of the Bantu ethnic group located primarily in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Salampasu masks were an integral part ...
Wood, Bamboo
Vintage German Christmas Tree Stand Iron Folk Art .
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
Hugh Christmas tree stand made of iron. The stand is decorated with three large hands painted Santa Claus. The Santa Claus is decorated on both sides with a Santa in red coat holding...
Iron
$4,010
H 3.94 in W 5.91 in D 7.88 in
Ethnic Design-Seated terracotta Figure with nose-ring, Quimbaya culture, 17th C
Located in Leuven , BE
Seated terracotta Figure with nose-ring, Quimbaya culture, 17th C
Terracotta
$14,000Sale Price|60% Off
H 79.5 in W 84 in D 108.5 in
Vintage 1949 Mid-Century Modern Custom L-Shaped Office Desk by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Lafayette, IN
This remarkable piece is a one-off desk/wardrobe/bar/bookcase/storage cabinet custom-designed by George Nelson in 1949 to match his Basic Cabinet Series (BCS) for Herman Miller. The ...
Aluminum
$2,170 / item
H 30 in W 24 in D 1.5 in
Contemporary wall mirror, Forged in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal
By Viya by Vikram Goyal
Located in Noida, DL
Contemporary wall mirror, Forged in brass, Viya by Vikram Goyal Mirror in brass. Handmade in India. From grit and flame, raw metal is reborn, each piece shaped by the ancient art o...
Brass
Organic Shaped Modern Coffee Table by Last Workshop, Walnut
By Last Workshop
Located in Chicago, IL
Organic shaped coffee table by Last Workshop, 2023 Solid walnut wood finish. IN STOCK: 1 If not in stock, current production: 6-7 weeks 58"L x 32" x 15"H Walnut finish. Customers ...
Hardwood, Walnut
Forsyth Mushroom Pouf Ottoman in Zebra
Located in SAINT LOUIS, MO
This Forsyth mushroom pouf ottoman was created and designed by the Forsyth design team. Each ottoman is handcrafted in Saint Louis. A cute decorative piece for any room adding textur...
Zebra Hide
$130,414 / set
H 59.45 in W 46.07 in D 4.73 in
Fine and Important Pair of Polychrome Decorated Giltwood Mirrors
Located in London, GB
Each with a rectangular plate within a stiff leaf, entwined vine and fleur de lis carved surround, the cresting centred by an armorial shield for the Thorold baronets surmounted by a...
Mirror, Giltwood
Reclaimed Elm Wood Beam Square Coffee Table
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Introducing the Beam Square Coffee Table - the perfect blend of elegance and sustainability. Crafted from reclaimed elm wood, this coffee table showcases the beauty of solid wood whi...
Elm, Reclaimed Wood
$12,000 / set
H 9.85 in W 20.08 in D 14.57 in
Mappin & Webb Cutlery Set for 12 People. England, Early 20th Century
By Mappin & Webb
Located in Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires
Mappin & Webb silver plate cutlery set for 12 people, England, early 20th century. Complete for 12 people. A total of 130 pieces: 12 large knifes, 12 large forks and 12 large s...
Silver Plate
$6,427 / item
H 42.01 in W 25.99 in D 1.62 in
Ceiling Suspended Illuminated Mirror with Bronze Patina Frame, Vintage N.4
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Vintage series N.4. Mid-century style ceiling suspended mirror with front illumination and a high quality brass full frame with a bronze patina finish. This mirror is fully customis...
Brass, Bronze
19th Century Chinese Canopy Wedding Bed
Located in Marbella, ES
This is a wonderful example of a canopy bed from Shanghai Province, China. Made of Chinese Northern Elm, this bed features hoofed feet and multiple floral carvings. The exterior ...
Gold Leaf
$2,499 / item
H 8.9 in Dm 9.4 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson Verdigris Patinated 'Tratten' Outdoor Pendant for Örsjö. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design from Jakobs...
Metal
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.
At Waddesdon Manor, artist Joana Vasconcelos has installed a three-tiered patisserie inspired by the narrative tile work of her homeland. We take a look at the cake sculpture and how Portuguese tiles have been used in architecture from the 17th century to today.
The streets of fin-de-siècle Paris were set aglow with colorful poster ads, thanks to the printing techniques invented by Jules Chéret. Now, the Milwaukee Art Museum is celebrating this undersung talent in America's first solo show dedicated his exuberant works.
Expert Jeff Bridgman explains the history and meaning behind the twinkling constellations that have graced Old Glory.
The iconoclastic style setter displayed African and Oceanic art, as well as works by indigenous peoples of the Americas, alongside pieces by such major modernists as Pablo Picasso and Jackson Pollock.
Perfect for July 4th weekend, a new show at Philadelphia's Museum of the American Revolution displays an array of antique red, white and blue flags.
Designers are beginning to see this enigmatic form of folk art in a whole new light.