Mblo Portrait Mask 08 Each basket conveys messages of

Each basket conveys messages of beauty

which represents an ancestor

each bowl has been hand-carved from indigenous wood by women of the Turkana community in Kenya

This large wooden bowl is a common household item in Ethiopia and has been hand carved from a durable hardwood to ensure long usage

Mblo Portrait Mask 08 Each basket conveys messages ofThese portrait masks come from the Ivory Coast and are hand carved from indigenous woods and form part of the Baule society, worn by male performers during dances and ceremonies. The stylistic attributes of each mask are specifically designed by the Baule people as a visual vocabulary that is demonstrative of what it means to be a good, honourable, respected and beautiful person in their society. Stand is included. Please note stands may have minor