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Zawadi
Baluba Mask - solid aluminum

2024

$1,300
£995.53
€1,165.56
CA$1,869.99
A$1,899.71
CHF 1,085.43
MX$23,184.05
NOK 12,699.10
SEK 12,887.26
DKK 8,717.52

About the Item

This large Mask is a reproduction of an original Baluba mask from the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Luba people use masks like these to celebrate the inauguration of new chiefs, and for the welcoming of dignitaries. These masks are also believed to bring good luck to their owner. African wall art. This mask is made from solid aluminum and detailed by hand with ostrich eggshell, sourced directly from sustainable farms in South Africa. Afrocentric design. Zawadi takes great care in making sure our sculptures are of the finest quality, to ensure many years of enjoyment !
  • Creator:
    Zawadi (1954, Italian)
  • Creation Year:
    2024
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 26 in (66.04 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Medium:
  • Movement & Style:
  • Period:
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Knysna, ZA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: ALM13021stDibs: LU2526212377992

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