Buy Congolese wood African mask, 'Kasai River God'Congolese wood African mask, 'Kasai River God' Product Description:
- Handmade by Salihu Ibrahim. Normally ships directly from West Africa within 15 days.
- A fair trade product
Product Description
NOVICA, in association with National Geographic, searches the world to work directly with the finest artisan designers. A solemn mask with a powerful visage, this work work by Salihu Ibrahim represents the Kasai River God, of the Pende people. The sese wood mask is carved by hand and embellished with colorful trade beads. The Pende people live on the banks of the Kasai River in Zaire. Every time a river, stream or lake is purified, appreciation is shown to the god that inhabits the waters for its protection. Yearly and periodic rituals are therefore done to appease and thank the gods for their protection and longevity. Please note this mask is crafted by hand without a previous sketch or mold. The beaded work may vary slightly in pattern and color in subsequent masks therefore rendering each one unique and exclusive.Salihu Ibrahim says,"I worked with the chief's head carver for about 15 years, during which time I learned the various styles and techniques of Ashanti and Akwamu traditional methods of wood carving."
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Kasai River God Mask
By Lilgirlonthehill
Absolutely beautiful mask and a special note was attached from the artist. It was supposed to arrive after Christmas but it arrived within a few days of my order. I was so happy to give it as a gift to my son. The colors in the mask really make it striking to look at.
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