Mblo Portrait Mask 08 Each basket conveys messages of

Each basket conveys messages of beauty

This large wooden bowl is a common household item in Ethiopia and has been hand carved from a durable hardwood to ensure long usage

These containers would have originally been used to collect milk and to carry food

It is believed that the larger the crest the more magical powers the mask possesses

This Nupe vessels comes from the Nupe people of Nigeria that live along the banks of the Niger River

Mblo Portrait Mask 08 Each basket conveys messages ofThese portrait masks come from the Ivory Coast and are hand carved from indigenous woods and form part of the Baule society, worn by male performers during dances and ceremonies. The stylistic attributes of each mask are specifically designed by the Baule people as a visual vocabulary that is demonstrative of what it means to be a good, honourable, respected and beautiful person in their society. Stand is included. Please note stands may have minor