Anok Bird Sculture Mask African Art Baga People

Original metal sculptor of man holding eagle mounted on wood base by renown Texas artist and sculptor, Bob Fowler (1931-2010). Engraved on top of base initials "BF". Stamped on botto...

Tall masterfully carved Indonesia (or Bali) hardwood statue of a Hindu Deity dancing male on a serpent or demon. The statue is weighs over 30 pounds. (We recommend when displayed the...

Over 6 ft tall is an inspiring and graceful stylized brass and partially black patinated ballerina dancer statue on a brass dome shape stand. Her elegant facial expression and gracef...

Well crafted Chinese carved amber agate carnelian censer incense burner with lidded fu dog lion final.

This graceful sculpture of a long-necked bird is a headdress known as "a-Bamp," worn during ritual masquerades of Baga adolescents in Guinea. With strong themes of defiance, these ma...

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 by four-legged animal, over round face, with mouth ajar and incised jagged teeth exposed, protruding almond shaped eyes, scattered remnants of pigment, full raffia fiber fringe, mounted on wood stand. A superb museum quality example, this remarkable tribal folk art sculpture is a wonderful way to add rustic warmth, rich historical depth, and fascinating cultural interest to any space! Dimensions: (approx) Overall: 26" High, 9" Wide, 10.25" Deep; Mask only: 15" Tall; 7 lbs total Provenance / Acquisition: Acquired from the highly reputable auction house, Austin Auction Gallery, est.1983, Austin, Texas. Excellent Condition: Nicely aged distressed patina over the whole. Highly desirable wear consistent with age and indicative of use, including scattered losses, antique character marks and typical signs of aging throughout. Retaining scattered remnants of original pigment. Overall a superb museum quality example Primitive Arts Of Africa: Among the Suku of the southwestern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, masks plays crucial role in protecting boys during initiation, the vulnerable period between boyhood and manhood. The power contained in Hemba masks...

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. ...

Decorative tribal mask from Mali, from the middle XX century.