Dan Mask 10 with cubby cheeks and chiselled

with cubby cheeks and chiselled face is typical of Bamun carving style

Our collection of vintage Nupe pots have been hand-crafted by the Nupe people of Nigeria who are well known for their pottery skills and intricate geometric designs

who are known to be some of the leading carvers in Africa

The wood has developed a beautiful patina from years of use

Dan Mask 10 with cubby cheeks and chiselledHand carved from indigenous wood, Dan masks come from the Dan people of Liberia and the Ivory Coast. The Dan believe that there is a greater power called d, which manifests as invisible spirits in the form of people and animals. Some d spirits reply on masks as their physical being to communicate. This is a special Kaogle, Monkey mask which is traditionally worn to entertain crowds during ceremonial dances. Stand is included. Please note stands may