RARE 14" BAULE "THIRD REALITY BLOLO MASK" INDIGENOUS WOOD w HAMMERED METAL AURA

Description: *** “FANTASTIC FIND!” *** *** “FANTASTIC LOW PRICE!” ****** “SAVE even MORE with MAKE AND OFFER!” *** I searched all over the internet and could not find another mask like it. In the process on wikipedia I found out what the three lines on the forehead represent. (See details below.) ANTIQUE! “BAULE TRIBAL FOLK ART” “THIRD REALITY BLOLO MASK” THIRD REALITY BAULE BLOLO MASK HANDCARVED with HAND-HAMMERED TIN SPIKED AURA AUTHENTIC AFRICAN TRIBAL FOLK-ART (From the IVORY COAST.) -This rare antique 14" African folk-art "Third Reality Baule Blolo Mask" signifying the beyond (blolo) where the spirits of the ancestors reside, is a stunning piece of indigenous art. The mask is made of wood and features a hammered metal aura that adds to its unique beauty and spirituality. This fantastic hand-carved work of indigenous tribal folk art is an original piece, making it a valuable addition to any collection. The natural indigenous brown wood color of the mask adds to its beauty. The Baule or Baoulé tribe is known for their exceptional art and this mask is no exception. It is perfect for anyone who appreciates African spiritual folk art and wants to add a very unique piece to their collection. This mask is a great conversation starter and is sure to impress anyone who sees it. With no markings from the artist the piece is identified with a best guess as Boule by its design and facial appearance. HOME or OFFICE! "It will LOOK so AMAZING wherever it is displayed!" FYI - (Excerpt from wikipedia.) The Baule or Baoulé are an Akan people and one of the largest groups in Ivory Coast who historically migrated from Ghana. Baule Art is sophisticated and stylistically diverse. Non-inherited, the sculptor’s profession is the result of a personal choice. The Baule have types of sculpture that none of the other Akan peoples possess. Baule Religion: The Baule believe in an intangible and inaccessible creator god, Nyamien. Asie, the god of the earth, controls humans and animals. The spirits, or amuen, are endowed with supernatural powers. Religion is founded upon the idea of the immortality of the soul. Wooden sculptures and masks allow a closer contact with the supernatural world. The Baoule religious world consists of three realities:1. Domain of God (Niamien) 2. The earthly world: area of human beings, animals and plants, as well as supernatural beings with vast powers who reside in the mountains, rocks, rivers, forests, etc. 3. The beyond (blolo) where the spirits of the ancestors reside. “As always...I offer a UNIQUE ITEM at a GREAT LOW PRICE!” "SAVE even MORE with MAKE AND OFFER!" "This item is already at a great low price, BUT...If you like this item, but you don't like the price… Please make me an offer for a price that YOU feel is fair. I will either accept or make a counteroffer.” ******************************************************************************************************* The shipping is calculated by box size, weight and your zip code. NO HANDLING FEES! ******************************************************************************************************* You can PURCHASE with CONFIDENCE from a seller with 100% POSITIVE FEEDBACK!I am NOT a store! I am a senior, and a private seller and I've been a collector for over 50 years! Take a quick peek at the many unique items that I have collected that I am now selling. - All at GREAT LOW PRICES! "Thanks for looking." :)

Price: 55 USD

Location: Valley Village, California

End Time: 2024-12-17T11:55:36.000Z

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