A Chokwe Chihongo Male mask Ex Robert Banks

A Carved wooden mask found amongst the Chokwe of Angola, these masculine masks (Chihongo, sometimes called Cihongo, meaning ‘spirit of wealth’) are used to symbolize wealth and power. The masquera

A Highly stylized dance mask with precise linear incised designs accented with black paint and white kaolin clay pigments. The mask has a woven rope netting and traditional "tail" on the back. The mem

A very large and intricate field used carved wooden Fish mask / marionette that was carried in parades and festivals known as the Sogo Ba masquerade. Masks such as these were used during performance o

A large field used carved wooden Bushcow dance mask with woven rope and well used mouth bit. decorated with red, black, and white organic pigments and geometric designs. The mask features a tall round

A very rare old carved wooden mask decorated with incised linear designs, elongated form, raised stylized brow, carved coiffure and of course the swept back goat or ram horns. The Mask interior shows

A carved wooden dance mask with stylized form and some traditional linear designs worn by the Bakongo peoples during sacred dances. The Bakongo create dance masks to represent Ancestral spirits to hon

A very finely carved wooden mask with reddish organic pigments and adorned with woven grass headdress and embellished with beads. Chokwe Peoples, Angola, Africa. The mask measures 10 x 8 inches ( 16 i

A finely carved male effigy with stylized form, classic facial features and overall golden honey colored surface patina from handling over many years. Senufo peoples, Ivory Coast, West Africa. The scu

A very rare old carved wooden mask in disc shape with various mineral pigments and geometric designs. The mask shows extensive handling and wear suggesting many years of traditional Use. Eket ethnic g

A carved wooden zoomorphic mask of a Ngulu or Pig with textile adornment and embellished with Copper earrings. The Chokwe animal masquerades, which date back to the colonial period, are performed to d

A carved wooden mask with large rounded eyes, and zoomorphic form of a Bush Pig (Ngulu) from the Chokwe peoples, Angola, Africa. The mask has a deep well handled and worn surface and measures 10 x 6.5

Very Old carved wooden mask from the Yoruba peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. Measures 15 x 10 inches. Ex Robert banks collection, Maryland.

The Songye people called upon supernatural forces which they believed could be contacted and manipulated in their favor through power sculptures known as "Nkisi". The Songye regarded the wood figure a

A large carved wooden feast ladle (known as wunkirmian or wakemia) in anthropomorphic form with incised linear designs, well worn surface. Dan peoples, Ivory Coast, West Africa. The spoon measures 31

A very finely carved wooden stool, made from a dense and heavy wood. Despite their functional form, royal stools are never used for sitting They serve as metaphorical, not literal, seats of kingship.

A carved wooden ceremonial mask painted with kaolin clay and organic pigments was likely used in rituals of the Bwiti Cult. The mask is eroded and weathered, yet what remains is a striking example. Th

A finely carved wooden female effigy Nkiteki (Ancestor Figure) or translated as "Good Wife" with her child on her back. Featuring raised scar designs, inset glass eyes and a well handled honey colored

A Very fine and rare "lagalagana" Healing fetish with highly stylized form and features. Mumuye peoples, Nigeria, Africa. Ex Robert banks Collection, Maryland, USA.The sculpture measures 22 inches tal

A large carved wooden parade mask with highly exaggerated facial features, black and white pigments , raised scar designs and evidence of field use as a ceremonial mask. Igbo or possibly Idoma peoples

A very well handled and field used carved wooden mask with painted areas and incised linear designs, tall central crest representing a male mask worn by a dancer of the Kifwebe society, Songye peoples

A very finely carved wooden mask with circular designs and a wonderful stylized form. lega peoples, Bwami society, DRC/ Congo, Africa. The mask measures 8 x 4.5 inches ( 11.75 inches on custom display

A finely carved wooden miniature mask with dramatic facial carving and style, embellished with red mineral pigments and woven grass rope. The Mask measures 7.75 inches tall ( 13.5 inches tall on profe

A Tall and elaborate carved wooden helmet mask with stylized leopards, ancestors and large mirror on top. Igbo peoples, Nigeria, West Africa. The mask measures 24 inches tall. A metal display stand ca

A Bold and interesting old carved wooden female effigy with movable arms and a well weathered surface suggesting great age. The figure measures 31 inches tall ( 33 inches on custom base.) Sukuma peopl