Kuba Beaded

Traditionally worn as a symbol of rank and title, this beautiful Kuba chieftain's cap (laket mishiing) is embellished with cowrie shells and rows of blue, white and black glass beads.

The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, which was then patterned with cowrie shells and dotted with colorful beads. Secured to the head by a metal pin, such caps were worn ...

The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, which was then embellished with a pattern of cowrie shells and colorful beads. Secured to the head by a metal pin, such caps were wo...

The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, which was then embellished with a pattern of cowrie shells and colorful beads. Secured to the head by a metal pin, such caps were wo...

The base is made of a simple woven raffia fabric, which was then patterned with cowrie shells and dotted with blue and white beads. Secured to the head by a metal pin, such caps were...

A 21st Century Kuba mask or helmet from the Kuba kingdom in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Two include bead trim. Three Kuba headrests are available. Sizes vary from 5 1/2" to 7 1/2" wide and 11 3/4" to 15" tall on stands.

Extensively decorated with cowrie shells, fine red white black brown bead work, coral glass beads, turquoise glass beads, textile, reed, raffia, animal fur, hide.

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,...

This very rare and elaborately beaded conical hat is called mpaan. The black and white triangular beaded pattern on the sides is called lakwoon, meaning “crochet.” This hat is one of...

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage Kuba orange and black handwoven patchwork African decorative pillow.

Vintage natural and black African applique Kuba textile with brown small beads woven into the pattern.

Intriguing good looking mask artistically made of combination of hand crafted beads ,shells , and hand painted wood. To make such a exceptional object of art for display. Custom-mad...

Antique Kuba Shoowa Cut-Pile & Embroidered Cloth, DR Congo A graphically compelling example of a Kuba raffia fiber prestige cloth with cut pile and stitched embroidery. In very good...

Ligbi mask, with a protruding plate on the head engraved with decorative motifs. Highlights of blue pigments and kaolin enhance this small mask, satin black patina. The appearance is...

Early Yoruba offering bowl in the from of a male figure with a beard riding on horse back surrounded by four small attendants, finely carved with nice patina from native use. Probabl...

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, be...

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...

Experience the beauty and authenticity of a 19th Century Nigerian Igbo Mask, a true cultural treasure. This stunning piece features intricate carvings and striking facial features th...

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. ...

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

Powerful Scarified Makonde portrait helmet mask from Tanzania. Early 20th century with heavy dark patina from traditional tribal use, wear inside from being used. Finely carved featu...

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 ...

Adorned with spiked braids, this prestigious custom mounted Ashetu hat embodies the cultural significance of the Bamum and Bamileke people of Cameroon, Central Africa, who revered th...

African Dongon Tribal mask. Mali.

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 ...

Discover the soul of Africa through this authentic Salampasu mask from DR Congo, handcrafted in the mid-20th century. Part of a carefully curated collection sourced from private home...

African Lwalwa tribal mask enhanced with white pigment on the mouth and ears.

Dan Mask from Ivory Coast, Africa,, MID 20TH CENTURY.. gREAT COLOR / PATINA..

From Papua New Guinea an early painted Maprik carved wood head sculpture or mask, intense expression showing teeth, and two opposing stylized birds on top. Mid 20th century. Faded po...