Congo Songi Songe Songye Kwifibe Wood Mask This replica mask of powerful beauty is known as kwifibe by the Songye people of the Democratic Republic of Congo. Distinguished by its black and white stripes, the mask is believed to embody supernatural forces that will ward off evil. To the Songye, the use of white on the mask symbolizes positive concepts such as purity and peace, the moon and light. This wall mask is carved by hand in Africa featuring a bird looking downward.
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FANG MASK An older traditional Fang mask that originates from the rain forests of Gabon on the western coast of Africa and has been handcrafted out of wood. The Fang people use masks when playing out traditional ceremonies such as weddings and funerals and will often be seen in traditional dance wearing masks when they are persecuting wrongdoers. A majority of Fang tribesmen and women live in the equatorial rain forest in Gabon and have past down their skill and traditions of the myths of the masks from generation to generation. Fang people are heaped high in tradition and to date allot about their culture is still unknown to the western population. This Fang mask is from the older generation and has become a sort after collectors item. The masks is unique to the Fang people and a must for African collectors.
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CONGO MASK One-Of-A-Kind Handmade Assorted Designs Beautifully crafted African wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor.
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CONGO MASK One-Of-A-Kind Handmade Assorted Designs Beautifully crafted African wood mask will add a bit of Africa to your decor.
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