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African Protective Wood Wall Mask Heart Shaped Kwele Art, "Kwele Mask II"

Product ID: 261586

Christopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the... more

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Christopher Nyasafo replicates the legendary Kwele mask with a feast of colors. This style of mask is from the Kwele people in Gabon, Cameroon and the Republic of Congo and features two long horns that encircle the face with a heart-shaped aura. The masks are regarded as highly protective and are controlled by the Bwete Association, who maintains social order. They are used in ceremonies which promote well-being and community. Nyasafo carves the sese wood wall mask by hand and paints it brown, yellow, green, red and grey.

  • 0.56 kgs
  • 1.2 lbs
  • 34 cm H x 25 cm W x 5.5 cm D
  • 13.5" H x 9.75" W x 2.2" D

  • Sese wood
  • Hand-crafted item -- colour, size and/or motif may vary slightly
  • Made in Ghana
  • Certified and shipped by our office in Ghanaicon info
  • Product ID: 261586
  • Price includes VAT.
  • We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
Christopher Nyasafo
Christopher Nyasafo

West Africa

African masks, wood sculptures and djembe drums

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Julia

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Aug 25, 2021

BEautiful and unique addition to our collection !”

Made with Love ! Very original workmanship and design !

collections, wall art This was a gift for Husband Occasion: birthday
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MARIO MORALES

From Kissimmee Florida and Caguas Puerto Rico

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Jan 20, 2018

Exquisitely done”

First, ordering to delivery was very good from Ghana to Florida. Kwele masks are so beautiful, no flaws, perfect. This Artisan is amazing. The packaging was so well protected and looked like a gift with ribbon. Thank You Christopher Nyasafo. I am very, very impressed.

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Santa Fe Sunsets

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Oct 07, 2024

This piece is stunning”

We love it. The use of the primary colors is wonderful, and stays within earth tones. A happy mask, which makes us smile and brightens the room!

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