Nigerian wood mask, "Yoruba Gelada Headdress"
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Wearing an extraordinary headdress, a fierce visage bares his teeth. Bands of color cross his mouth and textured plates of brass adorn his cheeks and forehead. Evans Doe Martey sculpts a powerful portrait of the Gelada association, a Yoruba secret society open only to males. Members traditionally use costume, songs and dances to please and placate women who possess special spiritual powers. "I carved this piece to exhibit the Yoruba Gelada's headdress," Martey confides.
Crafted by hand of sese wood, this mask includes an iron stand.
- 0.85 kgs
- 1.9 lbs
- 27 cm H x 17 cm W x 8.5 cm D
- 10.75" H x 6.75" W x 3.3" D
- Stand/base: 15 cm H x 14 cm Diam.
- Stand/base: 6" H x 5.5" Diam.
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- We will also cover duty and any import fees for items shipped from outside the United Kingdom.
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Katherine
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05/14/2019
"Love it!"
I have been having it for the past 4 years. Stirs up conversations.
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Larry
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03/12/2017
"Love it!"
The craftsmanship is great!
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Bewitching Beauty, Gabon African wood mask
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Margaret
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06/19/2016
"Engagement Gift"
I gave this to my son and his fiance when they became engaged. They love African art and I wanted them to have a reminder to love each other. It is a beautifully carved mask that isnt overpowering, only inspiring.
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- This was a gift for: Son
- Occasion: engagement
Joseph
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06/16/2016
"My first of many masks to come!"
This was the perfect choice for my first mask! Beautifully created.
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Spirit of Wealth, Akan wood mask
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