Dramatic Old Igbo Mgbedike Dance Mask

A Carved wooden grotesque dance mask, displaying obvious aggressive attributes, known as "mgbedike". Dance masks such as this express concepts of strength, violence , Potency and bravery. Igbo peoples

A very energetic old dance mask from Bali, with attached animal hide/ Hair and wonderful expression. The mask measures 8 x 5.5 inches.

A very well used old wooden dance mask featuring a zoomorphic form with tall ears, horns and large grimace, accented with red, white and silver paint on painted black mask. The Mask shows extensive we

A powerful and dramatic old Eskimo mask, 18th or 19th Century, more a clan votive object than a worn dance mask with there being no suspension holes, likely found in the summer-thawed ground of the ar

A dramatic carved wooden parade mask with raised scar designs and painted with black and white pigments. Idoma Peoples, Nigeria, Africa. The mask measures 14 inches tall ( 21 inches tall on profession

This is a dramatic old Mbunda Sachihongo mask , which are characterized by their round shape, proportionally exaggerated features, and prominent brow ridge and cheeks. This mask was part of the makish

A carved wooden dance mask with blackened mineral pigments and accented designs with white kaolin clay pigment. The mask has a soft well handled surface suggesting many years of ceremonial use. Igbo p

A Very rare, old and interesting wooden mask from the Igbo peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. A powerful and dramatic Okoroshi Ojo mask from the Igbo of Nigeria. Okoroshi masks are used in ceremonies to

A Very rare, old and interesting wooden mask from the Idoma peoples of Nigeria, West Africa. This is a very old and authentic dance mask and quite a rare find, from the Igbo / Idoma hinterland, a conf

A carved wooden dance mask used in dramatic theatre with a highly stylized face, eyes and nose, wonderful old painted designs now faded and a overall classic form. Java, Indonesia. The mask measures 6

Carved wooden helmet mask with dramatic bulging forehead accented with shells, beads and metal work. A bold and powerful example of the style. During a dance performance, the bwoom mask introduces an

Guatemalan fine old dance mask, probably 19th century, and representing a Spaniard, possibly with glass eyes originally, curly hair and mustache depicted, extensive use and glossy patina, superbly car

Old "Boki" mask from Vanuatu, a rare variant form of a Rom mask that is hard to find comparable examples - collected in 1959. 20?25?38 cm, stand included. Reserve: $650.00 Shipping: Domestic: Flat-rat

Old "Boki" mask from Vanuatu, a rare variant form of a Rom mask that is hard to find comparable examples - collected in 1959. 20?25?38 cm, stand included.Reserve: $650.00Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate o

A Carved wooden shrine effigy with a bold figure with arms raised, perhaps a gesture of receiving an offering, well weathered surface patina suggests years of ceremonial use. The Idol measures 26 inch

A wonderfully stylized old Dance mask with large bulbous nose, wide ears and a large toothy retractable jaw representing a powerful forest spirit. This mask shows plenty of wear and field use. * Once

This is a very fine old dance mask from the Dan peoples of Cote De Ivorie and Liberia, West Africa. Carved wood with deep incised linear designs around the edge of the mask and a very long exaggerated

A tall carved wooden helmet mask with various colorful mineral pigments and painted spots, adorned with raffia grass. Kwese peoples, DRC/ Congo, central Africa. A metal display stand may also be inclu

A very old and interesting carved wooden mask used in the Sogo Bo Dance performances along side of puppets and marionette masks. Bozo peoples, Mali, Africa. The mask measures 13.5 x 6.5 inches. A meta

A carved wooden mask with a realistic portrait like quality, stylized dreadlocks, and multiple layers of paint and kaolin clay pigment, suggesting field use over many years. Igbo peoples, Nigeria, Afr

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 very nice old carved wooden mask from the Malinke of Mali, West Africa. The Wood is very hard and very dry, suggesting age and wear over the years. The mask has a archaic form and very light incised

A carved wooden mask painted black and showing extensive field use and wear probably a variation of the "karikpo" mask type. The horns symbolize superhuman power and strength. Ogoni peoples, Nigeria,

A bold and primitive carved wooden mask with a striking face and well handled and worn surface. The mask measures 12 x 7 inches. 20 inches tall on professional custom display stand which is included.