African mask Baule carving with animal ears red brown face tribal spirit wall decor hand carved wood sculpture spiritual home art-G5550

This African mask is a Baule carving with rounded red-brown face and sculpted animal ears, rich in tribal spirit symbolism.

Cultural Context
The African mask is central to Baule ceremonial life. Masks like this were worn during dances to invoke protective spirits or animal guides. The sculpted ears suggest a creature-spirit fusion—often used to mock or honor behaviors seen in the natural and spiritual worlds.

Visual Details
This hand-carved African mask features a compact oval shape and a bold, angular central nose. The brow is marked by deep linear ridges, with high-set slitted eyes outlined in white. Below the nose, sharp cheek grooves give emphasis to the sculpted mouth. On either side, two prominent ear shapes emerge—suggesting a symbolic hybrid of human and animal. The color palette is warm red-brown with dark and light patina contrasts, all highlighted by a smooth hand-burnished finish.

How to Use / Display
Perfect as a wall-mounted focal point in cultural décor, this African mask adds depth and meaning to any collection or interior space.

Origin & Materials

Tribe: Baule

Origin: Côte d’Ivoire

Traditional animal-spirit form

Hand-carved from hardwood and hand-painted

Measurements

Height: 25 cm (9.84 inches)

Width: 12.5 cm (4.92 inches)

Shipping Note
Stand not included. Professionally packed with care and tracking.
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