Description

Beautifully mysterious and enigmatic, this replica of the forest spirit mask bears the artistry of the Bantu people. They live in several communities that spread from Africas Great Lakes region all the way down to South Africa. To the Bantu, masks with off-white faces represent the spirits of their ancestors and were often worn by dancers on stilts during funeral rituals. Working with sese wood, Ghanas Christopher Nyasafo faithfully replicates the mask in off-white, red and black featuring stone and cotton twine earrings. A second smaller face wears recycled glass earrings.
Buy African wood mask, 'Bantu Forest Spirit' today. Shop unique, award-winning Artisan treasures by NOVICA, the Impact Marketplace. Each original piece goes through a certification process to guarantee best value and premium quality.
Buy African wood mask, 'Bantu Forest Spirit' today. Shop unique, award-winning Artisan treasures by NOVICA, the Impact Marketplace. Each original piece goes through a certification process to guarantee best value and premium quality.
5.3 lbs
20.5" H x 11.5" W x 5.75" D
Sese wood, cotton trim, recycled glass and stone beads
Hand-crafted item — color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
Made in Ghana.
Certified and shipped by our office in West Africa