Kwele Pibibuze Mask - 199.1
£145.00
Kwele Pibibuze 'Spirit' Mask – Gabon
Add a sense of calm, architectural beauty to your space with this Kwele Pibibuze mask. Hand-carved by the Kwele people from the rainforests of Gabon and the Republic of the Congo, this mask represents a human spirit and is celebrated for its sophisticated, minimalist geometry.
This piece is a masterclass in balance and contrast:
- Ancestral Symbolism: The face is finished with white kaolin clay, a pigment that represents the peaceful realm of the ancestors.
- Geometric Framing: A striking, dark zigzag border frames the heart-shaped face, a design that typically signifies a stylized crown or hairstyle.
- Serene Presence: Its slender, almond-shaped eyes and quiet expression were traditionally intended to "cool" social tensions and bring harmony to the community.
- Ritual History: Historically used in the Bwete ceremony, these masks were central to maintaining unity and protecting the village from malevolent forces.
Product Details:
- Origin: Gabon / Republic of the Congo.
- Material: Hand-carved indigenous wood and natural pigments.
- Display: Professionally mounted on a sleek, black metal gallery stand for immediate display.
Size: H 36cm W 20cm D 12cm