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Unique Congo Zaire Wood Mask, "Congo Medicine Man"

This solemn mask features the grave visage of a worried medicine man. Victor Yao... more

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This solemn mask features the grave visage of a worried medicine man. Victor Yao Delanyo hand-carves this piece according to the customs of the Basonge people from Congo. Named Fwebe (Chief), it is usually worn by a priest during rituals to cleanse the village from pestilence. Delanyo uses manual tools to carve the mask from sese wood; the face bears tribal markings, which are accented with wood polish.

  • 0.85 kgs
  • 1.9 lbs
  • 30 cm H x 16 cm W x 8 cm D
  • 11.75" H x 6.25" W x 3.2" D

  • Sese wood
  • Made in Ghana.
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
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Carla

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07/26/2022

"Very nice workmanship"

Purchased the set of masks to give as a gift to add to collection of masks I started for family member during a trip to South Africa. Family member was quite happy. Will likely be used as Christmas ornaments.

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James

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05/06/2022

"Ancesters Watching"

Good purchase , well careved and a good seller.

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Power Peace and Prosperity, Ewe Wood Mask

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Norman

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01/04/2022

"Christmas Ornament Plus"

The styles and sizes are perfect for my very cultural Christmas tree and decor.Arranged in a frame, they are excellent for year-round wall art display.

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Great art

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  • Art display and Christmas decor

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Festive Masks, Artisan Crafted Wood Christmas Ornaments (Set of 4)

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Dona

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07/16/2021

"Hanging on Our Wall"

We have numerous home decorations we bought in several African countries while visiting them. The masks are just as authentic and go well beside other African objects. Terrific.

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Timothy

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07/07/2021

"Amazing"

I have purchased five different groups of mask decorations from different African artists and this is undoubtedly my favorite group. They are so handsome and well done. I love the use of metal on two of them and they are all painted beautifully. Many Thanks to Victor and Novica! I definitely recommend Victors work - you wont be disappointed.

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Moze

From Topeka, Kansas

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07/03/2021

"Truly Magnificent!"

These will be my families heirloom to be admired though out future generations. You have shown your God giving gift from your skills, creativity, character, and integrity. Perfect without any flaws! Thank you for sharing your craftsmanship to me and the World. These are impressive, most impressive.

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Cultureinheritancevery special giftspure and excellence in craftsmanship.

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  • Let your imagination run wild! These can be place anywhere

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