Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood, pigment

Model is W 20 - H 34 and weight 0.8 kg.

This Senufo Kpelie hand-carved wooden mask comes from the Ivory Coast/Mali. It has preserved its authenticity, surface and aged patina. The wood carving is exquisite and exaggerated features, have all of the hallmarks of the Ivory Coast/Mali Senufo people’s ‘Kpelie’ mask. Beautiful, mysterious and poetic, imbued with the cultural narrative of its people and its time.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 16 – H 30 and weight 0.9 kg.

The Guros are well known as sculptors of colorful masks, statuettes, pulleys weavers and spoons. This Guro mask and many of the other masks are representations of the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. Guro masks originate from the west coast of Africa and more specifically from Ivory Coast. Guro mask is very unique and has a combination of human and animal traits and imaginary beasts. The Guro tribe or Gouro tribe as they are sometimes pronounced are very spiritual people and their masks are all representations of their way of live and spiritual way of life.

Made of 100% wood, pigment.

Model is W 30 – H 40 and weight 0.9 kg.

This present mask, called ‘Kpan’, is one of four mask types used on the occasion of the ‘Goli mask dances’ of the Baule people of Ivory Coast. ‘Goli dances’ take place in times of danger, illness and at funerals. They are believed to ward off evil and exert a positive influence on supernatural forces. The ‘Kpan mask’ is carved in blue-coloured wood and displays a high and finely crafted towering hairstyle with braid buttons on both sides. Both the hairstyle and the face, with the customary tribal scarification marks, are dyed black. The wide edge of the mask is not blackened and was used for attaching the costume. A ‘bite bar’ for the masked dancer is inserted on the back of the mask.

Made of 100% wood, pigment.

Model is W 20 - H 40 and weight 0.4 kg.

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse. "

Made of 100% wood, pigment "

Model is W 20 - H 30 and weight 2 kg."

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood, pigment

Model is W 14 - H 34 and weight 0.8 kg.

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called “Mblo”. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 20 – H 39 and weight 0.7 kg.

An old fetish doll that lies outside the realm of anything recognizable in nature. It belongs to the works and the ritual practice of the Senufo tribe. The figure give visual representation to invisible bush spirits and function as divination devices. Believed to be used to uncover misdeeds, false testimony, and culpability. Although such works have the potential to affect all members of a Senufo community, access to this doll oracle is restricted to the most enlightened senior male and, occasionally, female members, who keep it shrouded in secrecy.

Made of 100% Wood, iron, woven fiber, organic material, cowrie shell.

Model is W 25 – H 45 and weight 0.3 kg.

This hand-carved anthropomorphic figure comes from the Ivory Coast/Mali and is called Tugubele. It has preserved its authenticity, surface, and aged patina. The wood carving is exquisite and exaggerated features, have all of the hallmarks of the Senufo people. 

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 72 – H 23 and weight 0.5 kg.

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood, pigment

Model is W 30 - H 50 and weight 2 kg.

This beautiful Baule Warrior figure depict a Janus human figure, with two-headed shield and spear and visually conveys the ideal of beauty belonging to this ethnic group. It originates from one of the three groups of statues created by Baule people in central Ivory Coast, called Asie Usu (Spirit of Nature). They often represents a male spirit who possesses unpredictable persona and power. The purpose of creating these finely carved sculptures is to reduce the danger or the potential harm of the spirit. the piece is enhanced by the shiny patina.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 56 - H 3 and weight 0.6 kg.

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood, pigment

Model is W 22 - H 46 and weight 0.8 kg.

This beautifully carved animal mask originates from the Baule tribe. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse. The Baule hold objects in high esteem for the spiritual presence that is related to the object. According to the Baule mythology, the animal of the bush are heavenly spirit of agriculture. These masks are used on the occasion of the new harvest, at the visit of dignitaries, or at the funerals of notables.

Made of 100% wood, pigments

Model is W 21 - H 43 and weight 1.4 kg.

Handcarved yellow Janus Kpelie wooden mask from the Senufo people of Ivory Coast/Mali – a very rare and special double initiation mask, representing the faces of ancestors. It has preserved its authenticity, surface and aged patina. The wood carving is exquisite and exaggerated features, have all of the hallmarks of the Ivory Coast/Mali Senufo people Kpelie mask. Beautiful, mysterious and poetic, imbued with the cultural narrative of its people and its time.

Made of 100% wood, pigment.

Model is W 18 – H 30 and weight 0.6 kg.

This beautifully carved and tri-dimensional mask originates from the Baule tribe. The Janus or double mask represents the marriage of the sun and the moon or often to celebrate twins, whose birth is always a good sign. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse, the refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals belonging to the clan. The Mblo masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms.

Made of 100% wood, pigments

Model is W 20 – H 52 and weight 0.6 kg.

Beautifully carved Baule ancestral portrait originating from Ivory Coast. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals or dignitary celebrated during a ceremonial dance called Mbloâ. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse.

Made of 100% wood, pigment

Model is W 20 - H 37 and weight 0.4 kg.

This Senufo Kpelie hand-carved wooden mask comes from the Ivory Coast/Mali. It has preserved its authenticity, surface and aged patina. The wood carving is exquisite and exaggerated features, have all of the hallmarks of the Ivory Coast/Mali Senufo people’s ‘Kpelie’ mask. Beautiful, mysterious and poetic, imbued with the cultural narrative of its people and its time.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 18 – H 30 and weight 0.6 kg.

This figure with the head of a monkey represent one of the humbler gods of the Baulte tribe. It is called Gbekre or Mbotumbo, a god with several tasks, for he is both judge of hell and helper of those in need, protector of the living against their enemies. Statues of standing monkeys were used in many different Baule cults, the most prominent of which was Mbra and they are very different in style of other Baule sculptures. If the ancestor-cult statues are often characterized by refined and detailed carving, the wood stained and often polished, the gbekre are very different. They are roughly carved in unstained wood. They combine human and animal traits in such a way that it is nearly impossible to separate them. Besides, they are used for many different cults, for a trance divination cult among them. Women are forbidden to see some of them, others are openly shown.

Made of 100% Wood

Model is W 72 - H 18 and weight 4 kg

This Senufo Kpelie hand-carved wooden mask comes from the Ivory Coast/Mali. It has preserved its authenticity, surface and aged patina. The wood carving is exquisite and exaggerated features, have all of the hallmarks of the Ivory Coast/Mali Senufo people’s ‘Kpelie’ mask. Beautiful, mysterious and poetic, imbued with the cultural narrative of its people and its time.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 20 – H 65 and weight 3kg.

Extraordinary Gela War Mask from the Guere tribe of Ivory Coast. The term Gela refers to the animated being comprised of face mask, costume, and the wearer beneath. The mask present many natural horns and teeth throughout blending animal and human elements. Gela masks have been given a variety of identities that, rather than describing their physical appearance, are linked to the powers associated with the mask persona. 

The Guere ethnic group are found traditionally in Ivory Coast . They are associated with the Wobe, Kran, Gere and others and are often grouped together with them as "We" people . The mask of the We people are often grimacing, fierce looking. 

Made of 100% Wood, horns.

Model is W 27 – H 37 and weight 4 kg.

This unusual and particularly imaginative helmet like mask is from the Nsukka area, the northern part of the northcentral Igbo region in Nigeria. This region has one of the most complex and diverse mask making traditions in Nigeria.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 33 – H 25 and weight 1.2 kg.

This unusual and particularly imaginative helmet like mask is from the Nsukka area, the northern part of the northcentral Igbo region in Nigeria. This region has one of the most complex and diverse mask making traditions in Nigeria.

Made of 100% wood

Model is W 33 – H 25 and weight 1.2 kg.

This tribal Mask From the Chokwe is called pwo or mwana pwo mask and  originates from Angola. It has an elaborate hairline made up of a braided fibre fabric, beautiful and unusual scarification patterns on the forehead and cheeks. Pwo signifies womanhood and an elder ancestral female associated with fertility. The cross form on the forehead, known as cingelyengelye, is an early Portuguese influence.

Made of 100% wood, fiber, Patina.

Model is W 28 – H 17 and weight 0.5 kg.

This beautifully carved mask originates from the Baule tribe. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse. The Mblo masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms. These refined human face masks are usually portraits of particular known individuals.

Made of 100% wood, pigments

Model is W 46 – H 24 and weight 0.9 kg.

This beautiful carving depicting an elephant originates from the Baule tribe. Baule art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse. Masks such as this one were used in entertainment dances and are one of the oldest of Baule art forms.

Made of 100% wood.

Model is W 32 – H 90 and weight 1.4 kg

This Grebo Mask with dense wood, protuding tubular eyes, in varying numbers. and exagerated facial features, belongs to the Kru group, a small population of the western coast of the Ivory Coast, and their neighbours from eastern Liberia). The Grebo ethnic group in Ivory Coast uses this mask to the needs of “fetish” (sacrifices). Worn vertically, Kru masks were fitted below a huge headdress which consisted of an arc-shaped structure made of vegetable fibres, covered with cloth and trimmed by a stiff fringe of palm-leafed fibres and long waving feathers, creating awe-inspiring effects.

Made of 100% carved wood, patina.

Model is W 23 – H 44 and weight 1.2 kg.