Description: Kwele figures from Gabon are known for their distinctive masks and altar figures, which are central to Kwele culture and spirituality: Masks Kwele masks are heart-shaped, with geometric patterns and large, open eyes. They are usually made from wood and can feature the faces of ancestors or animals like monkeys, birds, and butterflies. Kwele masks are worn during important ceremonies and rituals, such as funerals, initiations, and celebrations. They are believed to act as intermediaries between the living and the spirit world, allowing the community to communicate with ancestors and supernatural beings. 16"14"
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Artist: African artists
Antique: Yes
Shape: Oval
Occasion: All Occasions
Size: Medium
Year Manufactured: 1990
Item Length: 16.25 in
Suitable For: Wall
Unit Type: Unit
Care Instructions: clean with dry cloth
Item Height: 10 in
Style: African
Features: Carvings
Finish: Antique
Room: Any Room, Bedroom, Dining Room, Indoor/Outdoor, Living Room, Lounge, Office, Shop
Culture: African
Handmade: Yes
Item Width: 14 in
Pattern: African
Character: weeding mask
Color: White
Material: Clay, Wood
Subject: Africa
Brand: African culture
Type: Art
Packaging: Box
Theme: Art
Time Period Manufactured: 1990-1999
Country/Region of Manufacture: Gabon
Item Weight: 2 lb
