{"title":"Tribal \u0026 Ethnographic Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eA distinctive collection of traditional and ethnographic art, including masks, sculptures, ceremonial objects and artifacts representing the artistic heritage and craftsmanship of cultures From Africa and around the world. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"african-tribal-mask-chokwe-style-wood-fiber","title":"African Tribal Mask Chokwe Style, Wood \u0026 Fiber","description":"\u003cp\u003eA striking example of Central African ceremonial artistry, this hand carved tribal mask displays the hallmarks of the \u003cstrong\u003eChokwe tradition. \u003c\/strong\u003eAn arched coiffure crest with a polished spherical finial, deeply incised parallel line texturing on the headdress, serene half closed eyes, and a slightly parted mouth evoking quiet authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe face retains its original dark blue grey patina with visible age wear and surface crazing, evidence of genuine use and age. Natural fiber attachments at the sides are intact, adding to its ceremonial authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand carved hardwood, natural plant fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePatina:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark blue grey with original age crazing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arched ribbed headdress with polished spherical top finial.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good antique condition expected wear, original fiber attachments intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Africa (Chokwe cultural sphere, Angola \/ DRC region.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn evocative collector's piece ideal for display or as the centerpiece of an African art collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dar Al Tourath","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52159326847012,"sku":null,"price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/7787\/1396\/files\/mask_019f1bb0-5f81-47af-8ec7-18a9773d0f85.png?v=1790420616"},{"product_id":"african-tribal-mask-guro-baule-style-wood-horn","title":"African Tribal Mask  Guro \/ Baule Style, Wood \u0026 Horn","description":"\u003cp\u003eA commanding example of West African ceremonial mask making, this hand carved piece displays the characteristic features of the \u003cstrong\u003eGuro or Baule tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e of Côte d'Ivoire. An elongated oval face with serene closed eyes, delicately incised brow and lip lines, a dark-pigmented domed cap with a raw wood cylindrical finial, and dramatically projecting pointed ear flanges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost striking are the \u003cstrong\u003ethree natural animal tusks or horns\u003c\/strong\u003e emerging from the lower face, a powerful zoomorphic element that blurs the boundary between human and animal spirit a hallmark of masks used in \u003cem\u003eDo\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eGu\u003c\/em\u003e masquerade traditions. 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