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Place of Origin: Gabonese
Very large Elongated Tribal Fang Mask Gabon Wall Hanging Tribal Mask
Located in Stow on the Wold, GB
A wonderful, very large elongated Tribal fang mask from Gabon.
Hand carved and hand painted using tempura paint.
Used in ceremonies, the mask has very ni...
Category
20th Century Tribal Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota Mohongwe Peoples Art
Located in Miami, FL
A fantastically hand-crafted piece by the Kota (or Bakota) tribe who are located in the northeastern region of Gabon. This figure, which is a Mahongwe reliquary figure as exhibited with its truncated almond-shaped face, is made of wound copper, hammered brass and wood. Reliquary figures were used as guardians to protect the revered bones of venerated family ancestors and leaders and ward off unwanted spirits. These figures are meant to embody intense powers and were also commonly used in communal rites and ritual performances.
This particular piece came from an American collector who traveled the African continent and collected African artifacts for over 50 years. This piece has a beautiful, organically aged patina acquired naturally over time and use. It is mounted on a custom wooden display stand. We believe it dates back to the early to mid-1900s but could be older. We are listing as 20th century because we did not have it appraised.
This African Tribal Statue Osseyba or Reliquary Figure Kota (Bakota) Mohongwe Peoples decorative art would clearly stand out as part of a collection or by itself in any setting. Truly unique, eye-catching and engaging.
Dimensions on stand: 25 3/4" High, 7" Wide, 5 1/2" Deep
Kota Reliquary...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Brass, Copper
Exceptional Kota Reliquary collected in situ in 1925, Gabon
Located in Paris, FR
This exceptional Kota reliquary comes from the Mahogwe tribe who lives on the river Ogooué in Gabon. The Mahogwe are part of the Kota ethnic group based in the North-East of Gabon. T...
Category
1920s Tribal Vintage Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Brass
Tall Wooden Tribal Fang Mask of Ngil Brown, Creme and Red Colored Gabon 1970s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Very expressive and modern looking mask (sculptur).
The powdery colors and the reduced shape underline the beauty of the object.
Fang mask of Ngil
In the ...
Category
1970s Tribal Vintage Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Wood, Paint
Ngontang / Fang Mask
Located in London, GB
Ngontang Mask
Gabon
Fang-Kwele, (Vuvi)
Early 1900s
Height: 25cm
Material:
- Wood, pigment, white kaolin
Provenance:
- Ex collection Gaspereaux, Toulouse, France
- Zema...
Category
Early 20th Century Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century African Tribal Mask in Yellow-Black with Antelope Head Decoration
Located in Salzburg, AT
African mask from Gabon in the middle of the last century.
Eccentric appearance due to the carving with an elegant antelope head placed on top.
Polychrome painting in mustard yell...
Category
1960s Tribal Vintage Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Rare Gabonese African Harp
Located in New York, NY
A rare figurative harp from made by the Vuvi or Tsogo people of Gabon. It is an instrument traditionally played by young men and boys. These rare instruments are well known for their...
Category
20th Century Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Wood
Wabi-Sabi Old Repaired Ashanti Bronze Brass Vessel Crocodiles, Patina, Repairs
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Modern and contemporary artists working in crafts mediums (especially ceramics, metals and basketry) in the Expressionist style developed from the 1950s, were inspired by such artwor...
Category
Early 20th Century Tribal Gabonese Tribal Art
Materials
Bronze
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