African Fang Mask Gabon Africa

Description

View African Fang Mask Gabon Africa with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. These Fang masks were worn by itinerant troubadours and for hunting and punishing sorcerers, and are painted with colors and outlined in black. The Fang mask style are large elongated masks covered with kaolin and features a face that was usually heart-shaped with a long fine nose. This is a wonderful Fang Mask from from the peoples of Gabon, Guinea.The Fang tribal people are spread over a vast area along the Atlantic coast line of equatorial Africa and can be found in Cameroon equatorial Guinea and Gabon namely along the bank of the Ogowe river. The Ngil masks were worn by members of a male society of the  same name during initiations of new members.  Masqueraders, clad in raffia costumes and are attended by helpers would materialize in the village after dark, and be illuminated by flickering torchlight's.  These Fang masks were worn by itinerant troubadours and for hunting and punishing sorcerers,  and are painted with colors and outlined in black.  The Fang mask style are large elongated masks covered with kaolin and features a face that was usually heart-shaped with a long fine nose. Each Fang mask in uniquely done and always different in color and style. This mask would be a great and colorful addition to your collection as well as to decorate your home. Shows Natural Age and Wear 12 Inches Tall 6 Inches Wide 5 Inches Deep AT BACARA WE STAND BEHIND ALL OF OUR MERCHANDISE.  FULL MONEY BACK GUARANTEE WILL BE PROVIDED FOR DISSATISFIED CUSTOMERS. YOUR SATISFACTION IS OUR MAIN GOAL, AND WE THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING AT BACARA. Condition: Good. Category: Antiques › Ethnographic › African › Masks.

Color

Multi-Color

Original/Reproduction

Original

Material

Wood

Tribe

Fang