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African Lwalwa Tribal Mask
Located in Montreal, QC
African Lwalwa tribal mask enhanced with white pigment on the mouth and ears.
Category
Vintage 1960s Congolese Masks
Materials
Wood
African Salampasu Helmet Mask
Located in Astoria, NY
African Salampasu Helmet Mask, carved wood, copper, and raffia, together with metal stand. Mask: 25
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Masks
Materials
Copper
$2,240 Sale Price
20% Off
African Basuku Helmet Mask
Located in Chicago, IL
of intricate rituals built around their skilled mask makers. This particular example was most likely
Category
20th Century Congolese Tribal Masks
Materials
Wood
Vintage Carved Wood Mask, African Folk Art 20th Century
Located in Bochum, NRW
A hand carved wood wall mask, vintage from the 20th Century. African Folk Art.
Handmade and carved
Category
Vintage 1970s African Masks
Materials
Wood
Very Important “Nwantantay” African Dance Mask
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Very important “Nwantamtay” dance African mask, consisting of three sections: The upper in plain
Category
Early 20th Century Burkinabe Primitive Masks
Materials
Wood
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Congolese Tribal Masks
Materials
Hardwood
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
Category
Vintage 1950s Congolese Tribal Masks
Materials
Hardwood
Handcrafted Ceramic Tribal Mask
Located in Antwerp, BE
maker: “Atelier Manteln – BAKU 74.” Strongly influenced by traditional African tribal masks—particularly
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Masks
Materials
Ceramic
African Mask
By Raymond Bailly
Located in Houston, TX
Bold French still life painting of small African mask on warm brown and blue background by artist
Category
1960s Still-life Paintings
Materials
Acrylic
Pair of African Carved Wooden Mask Wall Plaques
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of African (20th Century) carved wood mask wall plaques (PRICED AS PAIR).
Category
20th Century African Tribal Wall-mounted Sculptures
Collection of Mid-Century African Multicolored Wooden Masks
Located in Den Haag, NL
Collection of midcentury African multicolored wooden masks.
Red/brown 30cmx18cmx 12cm
Black/white
Category
Vintage 1940s African Mid-Century Modern Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Brass
African Tricolor Wall Mask
Located in Pasadena, CA
mask in a timeless aesthetic, imbued with gravity.
Part of the history of African masks, this type of
Category
Late 20th Century Kenyan Primitive Paintings
Materials
Wood
Pair of African Painted Wood Tribal Mask
Located in Keego Harbor, MI
A captivating pair of African tribal masks. Hand carved wood and hand painted. Markings visible
Category
20th Century Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
$500 / set
Painting of an African Mask by Yves Farbos.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Painting of an African Mask by Yves Farbos.
Painting on cardboard of an African mask, signed by
Category
20th Century French Modern Paintings
Materials
Paper
Set of 2 African Cameroon 20th Century Carved Wooden Bamileke Mask with Hornbill
Located in Queens, NY
SET of 2 African Cameroon 20th-Century carved wooden Bamileke masks with a hornbill top usually
Category
20th Century African Tribal Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Horn
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
Category
Antique 19th Century Congolese Folk Art Antiquities
Materials
Softwood
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.
Work from the Democratic Republic
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Pair of West African Baga Nimba Carved Fertility Mask Sculptures
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Amazing pair of imposing West African Baga Nimba fertility shoulder mask sculptures or statues
Category
20th Century Guinean Tribal Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Tin
Two Hammered Copper Sconces in the Shape of African Masks
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of two beautiful copper wall lamps sconces in the shape of African masks.
Belgium, 1950s
Category
Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces
Materials
Copper
Helmet Crest Ngoin Mask from Cameroon Africa
Located in Atlanta, GA
is nicely displayed on a black metal stand.
Reference: For a similar mask, see page 62 of African
Category
20th Century Cameroonian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
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
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Raffia, Wood
Mid Century Pottery African Mask in the Style of Wiener Werkstatte
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-Century Pottery Exotic African Mask in the Style of Wiener Werkstatte
A striking mid-century
Category
Mid-20th Century German Modern Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Pottery
Hermès Set of Mask and Elephant Matching Ashtrays Porcelain Africa Theme
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Lovely Authentic Set of 2 Hermès Ashtrays
Print: Mask and Elephant
African Spirit
Made in France
Category
20th Century French Ashtrays
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.
It is in
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Mythic Waters, oil painting of mysterious figure, water, African masks
By Audrey Anastasi
Located in Brooklyn, NY
In this series, Audrey Anastasi has shifted her focus away from naturalistic domestic settings to a dark, enigmatic, and some might say, unsettling, place. These figures could be he...
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Oil
Vintage 1991 African Wooden Mask "Jambo Kenya" - 2Y361
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This vintage African wooden mask, titled "Jambo Kenya 1991," showcases a rich cultural design and
Category
1990s French Antiquities
Materials
Wood
$224 Sale Price
60% Off
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
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
$2,200 Sale Price
44% 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
Category
Antique Early 1900s Congolese Futurist Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$2,382 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s Ivorian Tribal Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$2,385 Sale Price
20% Off
Impressive Collection of African Carved Wood Masks on Tall Custom Iron Stands
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very impressive trio of hand carved African masks majestically displayed on custom tall iron stands
Category
1990s Mozambican Rustic Mounted Objects
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique Early 1900s Congolese Tribal Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
$2,385 Sale 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
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Folk Art Antiquities
Materials
Softwood
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Set of Two African Masks for Hanging – Crafted in Precious Wood - 2Y268
Located in Bordeaux, FR
This set features two hand-carved African masks made from precious wood, perfect for hanging as
Category
20th Century Unknown Antiquities
Materials
Wood
$221 Sale Price / set
70% Off
Pende or Kwese Black Wood Small Mask Heavy Eyelids Teeth, DRC Congo Africa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Pende or Kwese black wood small mask heavy eyelids, open mouth with carved teeth, curved
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Extra-Large Dutch Contemporary Abstract Portrait By Hans Bouman
Located in Frederiksberg C, DK
Island, the intricate masks of Africa, and the expressive elongations of the Expressionist movement.
The
Category
1990s Contemporary Abstract Paintings
Materials
Cotton Canvas, Acrylic
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Expressive Tribal Congo Mask in Patinated Wood – Figurative African Art
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This authentic Congo figurative mask is a striking example of African tribal art, carved by hand in
Category
20th Century Congolese Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Large Vintage 3.3 Feet Tall African Hand Carved Wood Wall Masks, Set of Three
Located in Bochum, NRW
Set of 3 vintage hand-carved wood African wall masks, richly decorated with intricate tribal motifs
Category
1990s Ghanaian Tribal Wall-mounted Sculptures
Materials
Wood
House of Sol African Mask Keshi Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
, complemented by the in house African Mask, all of which are finished with 1 micron 24k gold filled over 925
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
House of Sol African Mask Biwa Pearl Necklace with 24K Gold Filled HoS Lock
Located in Sarasota, FL
layering or singular wear.
- The in house design African Mask™, measuring 4x5 cm and weighing 26g, serves
Category
2010s Turkish Artist Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
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
Category
Mid-20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Organic Material, Wood
$1,560 Sale Price
20% Off
African Goli Style Tribal Mask Mounted on a Custom Steel Base
By Baule Tribe
Located in Stamford, CT
Highly decorative African hand carved mask, in the style of a Goli tribal mask, Baule People, Ivory
Category
20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
French Ceramic Vase with African Mask Motif Attributed to Jacqueline Lerat
By Jacqueline Lerat
Located in London, GB
Vintage French ceramic vase with African mask motif attributed to Jacqueline Lerat (circa 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$1,157 Sale Price
20% Off
"Yaka Ceremonial Mask--Zaire, " Wood, Fiber, and Paint Mask
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This ceremonial mask was created by an unknown artist in the Yaka tribe of Africa. This mask is
Category
1930s Sculptures
Materials
Wood, Paint
"Nude with a mask"
Located in Edinburgh, GB
both historical and artistic references, particularly the use of African masks, famously explored by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Abstract Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Lion Mask (black-gold)
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain creation inspired by traditional African masks. Lion Mask now joins the Fierce Portraits
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
$3,750 / item
Buffalo Mask 'Black-Gold'
By Lladro
Located in New York City, NY
Porcelain sculpture inspired by spectacular traditional African masks. Handcrafted in porcelain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Animal Sculptures
Materials
Porcelain
Kholuka Yaka Mask, DR Congo
Located in Paris, FR
Kholuka Yaka Mask, DR Congo.
Wood, basketry, textile, raffia.
Typical African mask of the Yaka in
Category
Early 20th Century Congolese Tribal Tribal Art
Materials
Textile, Raffia, Wood
Masken Gesichter Der Menschheit 'Face Masks of Humanity', First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
masks from: Africa, Australia, Polynesia, Ceylon, India, Tibet, Siberia, Alaska, Norway, South America
Category
20th Century Swiss Books
Materials
Paper
Urbano Zaccagnini Italian Ceramic Bowl in the Style of Picasso Mask Face Pottery
By Urbano Zaccagnini, Pablo Picasso
Located in St. Louis, MO
relief of African abstract mask in the style of Pablo Picasso ceramics. Urbano opened his own studio in
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Clay
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
Category
20th Century Congolese Primitive Decorative Art
Materials
Wood
Nigerian Yoruba Gelede Headdress Mask, Marionettes Which Have Been Danced
Located in Miami, FL
. The rare and unique mask is made of carved wood, African textiles and strings to activate the teacher
Category
20th Century Nigerian Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Textile, String, Wood, Paint
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
Adam Fuss Mask by Adam Fuss and Peter Lamborn Wilson, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Located in valatie, NY
hardcover with slipcase exhibition catalog. The photograms are produced by placing african masks directly on
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Materials
Paper
The separation of the beloved Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century oustider Iranian art
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Paper, Acrylic
The rebirth of nudity Mohammad Ariyaei 21st Century art Outsider Iranian paint
By Mohammad Ariyaei
Located in Paris, FR
thundering.
A charivari of African masks, children's drawings and neon colors invades the meticulously meshed
Category
2010s Contemporary Figurative Paintings
Materials
Canvas, Acrylic
Kintsugi Black face vase
Located in MEAUX, FR
design evokes the strength and serenity of African masks, with a face featuring closed eyes that invite
Category
2010s French Vases
Materials
Gold
$2,981
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the masks of Africa you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each masks of Africa for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, paint and ceramic. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer masks of Africa, there are earlier versions available from the 19th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right masks of Africa, those designed in Folk Art, Modern and Victorian styles are of considerable interest. A well-made masks of Africa has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Arman and Audrey Anastasi are consistently popular.
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Prices for a masks of Africa start at $680 and top out at $10,000 with the average selling for $1,475.
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- What is an Indonesian mask?2 Answers1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few different types of Indonesian masks. One type, the Balinese mask, was created to house spirits and energies and used as a medium to help ancestral spirits to pass through this world. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Indonesia has a long tradition of intricately-carved wooden masks that hold spiritual and cultural significance. They are mediums for ancestral spirits to revisit the physical world, and are often used to represent divine beings in traditional dances and rituals. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique Indonesian masks from some of the world’s top sellers.
- Why did they do death masks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Death masks were a way to cover the face of a passed loved one and show honor to them. They also represented the features of the deceased, helping them be recognized in the spirit realm. On 1stDibs, find an array of death masks.
- What are Javanese masks?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Javanese masks are wooden masks that are used in traditional Indonesian dance and theatrical performances. They are called topeng and the traditional dance is called the tari topeng. Browse a collection of authentic Javanese masks from top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In Africa, beads represent a number of things. Beaded waist jewelry worn by women in West Africa symbolize sensuality, fertility, femininity, wealth and spiritual health. Some African tribes associate different bead colors with levels of social standing or power. Shop a selection of bead jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a fencing mask called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021Fencing masks can be called epee masks and sabre masks. Epee masks are for beginners and sabre masks are for competitive fencers. Find a collection of antique and vintage fencing masks on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Senufo masks are carved wooden helmets which are worn over the whole head, used as tradition in a funeral to honor a Senufo person. The mask features a small, delicate face, with geometric details along the side. There are also ornate patterns carved into the surface of the mask. Shop a collection of Senufo masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Where is Napoleon's death mask?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021It is believed that Napoleon's death mask still resides in The Museum in Santiago de Cuba.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The purpose of Venetian masks was originally related to the observance of the Carnival festival in Venice. People wore masks to disguise their identities during the fun. Today, people tend to use the masks as decorations. Find a range of Venetian masks on 1stDibs.
- Are fencing masks bulletproof?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, fencing masks are not bulletproof. Fencing masks are a layer of metal wire mesh that protects your head and face during fencing but should not be considered protective under other circumstances. Shop a selection of vintage fencing masks and other sports memorabilia on 1stDibs.
- What are Bali masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bali masks are called Topeng. Balinese performers wear different ones to portray various characters. For example, Barong symbolizes health and good luck and is a representation of a creature called keket. You'll find a variety of decorative masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What were death masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A death mask is called a “funerary mask” or “burial mask”. The mask was often made of wood or stucco and would cover the face of the deceased. You’ll find a collection of funerary masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What were Egyptian masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Egyptian masks are normally just called death masks because they were used during funeral rituals. Some historians refer to them as funerary masks. To create the mask, Egyptian artisans used papyrus or linen soaked in plaster. The material is known as cartonnage. You'll find a variety of Egyptian masks on 1stDibs.
- Who wears the Baule mask?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Baule people of western Africa wear the Baule mask during ritual dances. These indigenous people live mostly in the eastern portion of the Ivory Coast and in parts of Ghana. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of Baule masks.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a samurai mask represents depends on its design. Some depict mythological beasts or fierce animals. The purpose of the masks was to intimidate or terrify a samurai's opponent. You'll find a collection of samurai masks from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What are Venetian masks called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Venetian masks are an essential part of the Venetian Carnival, a celebration that dates back to the 1300s. Venetian masks generally fall under two categories: carnival masks and commedia dell’arte (comedy of artists). Commedia dell’arte masks were usually worn by troupe performers and helped identify the type of character the actor portrayed. Carnival masks were typically worn by everyone else and obscured the wearer’s identity. Find a range of Venetian masks on 1stDibs.
- What are biombo masks used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Biombo masks are used during rituals and ceremonies. The masks share their name with the Biombo people, who live along the Luaka and Kasai rivers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. On 1stDibs, you can shop a selection of African masks.
- When was the Senufo mask made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Senufo masks are still made by the Senufo of northern Côte d’Ivoire. These masks and other traditional art plays a large role in the Poro, a society guided by a female ancestral spirit and run by men who are taught the ways of the Ancient Mother.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To make a papier mâché mask, you will need flour, water and some newspaper strips. Mix together the flour and water, and dip the newspaper strips in and apply to the mask mold. You can save the hassle by shopping a collection of papier mâché goods from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are death masks still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, death masks are not still made to record the facial features of deceased people because the advent of photography made them obsolete. However, some artists produce death masks and sculptures that resemble them for purposes of creative expression. You'll find a variety of death masks on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One distinctive aspect of Mende mask tradition is that they are best known for the helmet masks used by the Sande society, one of the few women’s societies that are known to use masks. In most African mask traditions, they are only used by men’s societies. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Mende masks.
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