African Grassfields Kwifoyn Society Tunic

African Grassfields Kwifoyn Society Tunic, Cameroon Grassfields, vegetable fibers and human hair, h. 45 in., w. 37 in. Provenance: Emic Etic, Santa Monica, CA, Apr. 1999; Estate of Curator and Scholar

This is a rare old example of a Elephant or Aka Mask, Kuosi Society, Bamileke Peoples, Grassfields region of Cameroon. A Ceremonial Hood mask in red fabric lined with fibers with a long front panel th

Jäger-Tunika Senufo, Côte d’Ivoire Ohne Sockel / without base Baumwollgewebe, Leder, Knochen. B 112 cm. L 95 cm. Provenienz: Nachlass René David (1928-2015), Zürich. Ausgestellt: Musée Internat

African Sierra Leon Mende Sande society female mask, died black wood helmet, of hollowed ovoid form, having an elaborate coiffure, comprised of rounded and pointed elements, with leaf-like vertical se

Sierra Leone; together with an unidentified African tribal mask with carved wooden beak and horsehair decoration, 2 pieces total Helmet mask: appx. 16"h Provenance: The helmet mask from Bremo Auctions

Group of 9 carved wood African masks

Likely includes Dan (ivory coast), Guinea, Tima Kissi, Toma Kissi, Vai Liberia, Baul, Mano Liberia, Kpelle Guinea

MENDE SOCIETY, SIERRA LEONE, CARVED HELMET MASK. HEIGHT 15 3/4"

The Traditional Artist in African Societies d'Azevedo, Warren L. Bloomington & London: Indiana University Press (1973) ISBN: 0-253-39902-5 English text 454 pages b/w illustrations Softcover 23,5 cm. 7

A very fine old carved wooden male and female effigy with heavily encrusted surface suggesting ritual use. A classic example emphasizing the roles of the man and the woman in Dogon society. The sculpt

A West African mask, originating from the Chokwe people in Angola, a significant cultural artifact that holds deep cultural and spiritual meaning within the Chokwe society. These masks play an essenti

**Originally Listed At $1000** West Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba or Hausa culture, ca. 1960s. A man's prestige free-flowing outer robe that was worn by elite members of West African society, known as an ag

Beautiful elephant mask from the BAMILEKE people of the Grassland of Cameroon. These masks with very rich polychrome were worn by high-ranking members in the Bamileke society. Exhibited on the occasio

African Folktales and Sculpture, Bollingen Series XXXII, Bollingen Foundation , New York, 1964. Grunne, Bernard de. The Birth of Art in Africa, Society Nouvelle Adam Biro, Paris, 1998. Willet, Frank,

African Women / African Art An exhibition of african art illustrating the different roles of women in african society Walker, Roslyn A. New York: The African - American Institute (1976) ISBN: none Eng

Neon green cotton African tunic with tribal motif, labeled designer , one size fits most, 35 in. L , 52 in. waist, Size 3x. Menswear or womens. African Tunic Top, The African Star Neon green Cotton Tu

To include "Yoruba Beadwork: Art of Nigeria" by William Fagg, "Visions of Africa: Lobi" by Daniela Bognolo, "The Traditional Artist in African Societies" edited by Warren L. d'Azevedo, etc. Some may b

A West African Liberian Bassa carved wood mask. This mask is not only a work of art but also a testament to the cultural and spiritual significance that masks hold within West African societies.The Ba

wood, base H: 13 cm, H: 5,1 inch Provenance: Robert Lewitzki, Celle, Germany

A Very rare, old and interesting wooden mask from the Bamileke or Bangwa peoples, Cameroon, Africa. Carved wood with incised designs around the eyes and well handled and worn edges suggesting field us

wood, base H: 11 cm, H: 4,3 inch Provenance: Maurice W. Shapiro, New York, USA Christie's New York, 11 November 1993, Lot 104 Vera und Wolfgang Nerlich, Munich, Germany Zemanek-Münster, Würzburg, 31

Carved wooden face mask with incised linear designs and a well carved and highly stylized form, traditional for the Kifwebe society. The mask measures 14 x 8 inches. A metal display stand can also be

A Very rare, old and interesting wooden mask from the Bamileke peoples, Cameroon, Africa. Carved wood, with heavy erosion and decay, well weathered and worn edges, a fragmented and ancient example.Thi

This is a gorgeous carved wooden mask with a shiny black patina and open eyes. The mask has an elaborate woven headdress attached which mimics human hair. From the Dan peoples, Ivory Coast of West Afr