Wood, fine patina, white kaolin, remains of pigments, cowrieshells, hammered coper, beads, fur, large bell-shaped mask, hallowed eyes with one small see slit, geometric  More »

Wood, fine patina, white kaolin, remains of pigments, cowrieshells, hammered coper, beads, fur, large bell-shaped mask, hallowed eyes with one small see slit, geometric patterns. Kuba peoples call themselves “children of Woot” in honor of their founder. Kuba art is characterized by its use of geometric patterns and cowrie shells. Three types of mask have been associated with dances that take place within the royal compound. The first, called Mwaashamboy represents Woot, founder of the Bushoong tribe. The second, known as Ngaady Amwaash, personifies Woot‘s incestuous sister-wife. The third mask, the Bwoom, represents a pygmy and is associated with Woot‘s evil brother. “This mask, Ngaady Amwaash portrays Mweel, Woot's beautiful sister and wife (alternatively, mother), and who represents women in general. The mask is striking with its strong pattern of white and black triangles painted on the face, which are said to represent hearthstones and domesticity. Lines painted down the cheeks represent tears and recall the pain of death, for royal masks often appear in funerary contexts. The tears also denote the hardship of a woman's life as a "pawn" of male authority befitting the mask's name (Ngaady aMwaash), which means "pawn woman of Mwaash," her husband/brother king. The Ngaady Amwaash and Moshambwooy masks dance together on ceremonial occasions with great dignity and pride“.University of Virginia, African Masks Signs of use. H: 48 cm (19 inch). Literature: Bacquart, Jean-Baptiste (2010) The Tribal Arts of Africa. FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Lightweight wood, brown patina, white kaolin, remains of black paint, of elongated form, hallowed eyes with small see slits, two elongated piercing in the cheek area, incised  More »

Lightweight wood, brown patina, white kaolin, remains of black paint, of elongated form, hallowed eyes with small see slits, two elongated piercing in the cheek area, incised triangular pattern at the chin, geometric scarification marks. The Kuba call themselves "the children of Woot” after their founding ancestor (Vansina 1964) Kuba art is characterized by its use of geometric patterns and cowries shells. Three types of mask have been associated with dances that take place within the royal compound. The first, called Mwaashamboy represents Woot, founder of the Bushoong tribe. The second, known as Ngaady Amwaash, personifies Woot‘s incestuous sister-wife. The third mask, the Bwoom, represents a pygmy and is associated with Woot‘s evil brother. “This mask, Ngaady Amwaash portrays Mweel, Woot's beautiful sister and wife (alternatively, mother), and who represents women in general. The mask is striking with its strong pattern of white and black triangles painted on the face, which are said to represent hearthstones and domesticity. Lines painted down the cheeks represent tears and recall the pain of death, for royal masks often appear in funerary contexts. The tears also denote the hardship of a woman's life as a "pawn" of male authority -- befitting the mask's name (Ngaady Amwaash), which means "pawn woman of Mwaash," her husband/brother king. The Ngaady Amwaash and Moshambwooy masks dance together on ceremonial occasions with great dignity and pride“.University of Virginia, African Masks Signs of abrasion, traces of insect caused damage. H: 22,5 cm (8.8 inch). Literature: Bacquart, Jean-Baptiste (2010) The Tribal Arts of Africa. FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Wood, iron, nice patina from age and use, fine human figure with blade placed in mouth indicating a tongue. Signs of use. Figure: 51 cm (20 inch) Blade: 28 cm  More »

Wood, iron, nice patina from age and use, fine human figure with blade placed in mouth indicating a tongue. Signs of use. Figure: 51 cm (20 inch) Blade: 28 cm (11inch). FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Wood, fine patina from age, bright pigments, gesso like undercoating, geometric patterns on the foreground, centred by a female figure finely carved in such high relief that  More »

Wood, fine patina from age, bright pigments, gesso like undercoating, geometric patterns on the foreground, centred by a female figure finely carved in such high relief that it seems about to step out from the background. The Nkanu initiation art combine human and animal images with dimensional floral and geometric patterns that convey meaning through color and symbolic imagery. The panels were displayed inside the enclosure called kikaku. The kikaku and its contents - wall panels, guardian figures, head posts, sculptures, formed the stage for the public celebration marking the end of the initiation cycle. Each panel tells its own story. Together the wall panels and figural sculpture function as a visual language that can be read only by those educated within nkanda. These images speak of rebirth, emotional and sexual maturity, death and the spirit world, and community values. Signs of use, some damage. H: 63 cm (24 3/4 inch).   « Less

Wood, patina, covered with mineral pigments and ancient glass beads, young female portrayed standing with knees flexed, one hand covering on her private parts showing modesty  More »

Wood, patina, covered with mineral pigments and ancient glass beads, young female portrayed standing with knees flexed, one hand covering on her private parts showing modesty and the other hand on the breast showing maternity, muscular and wide legs showing that the woman depicted is young and healthy. H: 39 cm (15 1/3 inch). FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Wood, blackened, figure of closed contours with serene stylized facial features, hands joined in ornamental design showing some Asiatic influence. Such figures were used in  More »

Wood, blackened, figure of closed contours with serene stylized facial features, hands joined in ornamental design showing some Asiatic influence. Such figures were used in manipulative magic. Slightly damaged, paint rubbed off. H: 38 cm (15 inches). Literature: Batak, Kunst aus Sumatra, Museum fur Volkerkund, Frankfurt 2000, p. 90. FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Wood, blackened, figure of closed contours with serene stylized facial features, hands joined in ornamental design showing some Asiatic influence. Such figures were used in  More »

Wood, blackened, figure of closed contours with serene stylized facial features, hands joined in ornamental design showing some Asiatic influence. Such figures were used in manipulative magic by the Toba Batak tribe. Slightly damaged, paint rubbed off. H: 37 cm (14 ½ inches). Literature: Batak, Kunst aus Sumatra, Museum fur Volkerkund, Frankfurt 2000, p. 90. FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Wood, dark brown encrusted patina, a male and a female figure in nearly identical posture, closely wrapped in cloth bandages, just the faces left free, showing concave  More »

Wood, dark brown encrusted patina, a male and a female figure in nearly identical posture, closely wrapped in cloth bandages, just the faces left free, showing concave vaulted face, eyes with inserted red miniature glass beads. These statues were believed to protect its owners. The figures were carved from hard wood then carefully wrapped around with strips of cloth saturated with magical liquid by the village spiritualist. Slight traces of abrasion, minor damage, on metal base. H: 35 cm (13 ¾ inch) and 35,5 cm (14 inch).   « Less

Wood, nice patina, residues of red powder, showing King Bope Mabinshe (ruled 1939-1969), holding a ceremonial knife in his left hand, head crest and shoulder rings as signs  More »

Wood, nice patina, residues of red powder, showing King Bope Mabinshe (ruled 1939-1969), holding a ceremonial knife in his left hand, head crest and shoulder rings as signs of royal dignity. Each ndop depicts a particular king who is identified by a particular object associated to his reign. The king is always portrayed in the prime of life with no physical imperfections, since it was believed that the king's health and well-being reflected the state of the nation. During the king’s life his ndop served as his double. The statues were kept in the living quarters of the royal wives who took care of the ndop as if it were the king himself. They provided fertility and substituted the king during times of absence. When a royal woman was about to give birth the statue was placed next to her to ensure the save delivery of the baby. When a king died, his "ndop" figure was brought to his deathbed in order to transfer his vital force on the statue. Slightly damaged, fissures, slight traces of abrasion. H: 60,5 cm (24 inch). FOR OBJECTS SENT TO EUROPEAN UNION COUNTRIES PLEASE ADD SALES TAX (23%).   « Less

Interesting old National Argentine brass shield 9,5" x 6,5 " approx. I accept Paypal FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE !

Interesting old National Argentine brass shield 9,5" x 6,5 " approx. I accept Paypal FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE !   « Less