Sese Wood and Recycled Glass Bead Mask, "Bundu Style"
This grinning mask designed by West Africa's Christopher Nyasafo is sure to bring a smile to your face. The artisan carves the mask from local sese wood, then hand paints the mask in brown, orange, and black before attaching rings of recycled glass beads. The mask is named Bundu after a fellowship of women who prepare young women for adulthood.
- 0.74 kgs
- 1.6 lbs
- 38 cm H x 28 cm W x 12 cm D
- 15" H x 11" W x 4.7" D
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Jill
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02/28/2022
"African mask"





Awesome mask! The workmanship is incredible! It just makes me happy every time I look at it! Highly recommend!
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Bundu Style, Sese Wood and Recycled Glass Bead Mask
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Hannah
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12/14/2021
"Very fun mask for my collection."





This is a lovely mask. Earrings are a great touch! Looks terrific on my mask room wall.
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Julia
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08/25/2021
"BEautiful and unique addition to our collection !"





Made with Love ! Very original workmanship and design !
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- This was a gift for: Husband
- Occasion: birthday

Rebecca
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08/08/2021
"Beautiful Mask"





This artistic mask is a creative and skillfully designed piece. The colors blend so nicely. The craftsmanship is top notch. Great job by this artist. I have other masks from his collection and they are always beautiful. Thank u
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Joseph
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07/03/2021
"This item so impressed me"





Yes it looks just like the photo and thats a fantastic thing but when i had it in my hands its was so magical! I hung it on my wall immediately and Im just in awe of the craftsmanship. I would very much recommend this artists work to anyone without hesitation
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TLArtSpace
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06/15/2021
"Love this mask!!"





This mask is a great addition to my beginners collection. Good quality.
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