Mblo Portrait Mask 14 The origin of this spear

The origin of this spear is unknown

Kuba cups are hand-carved from indigenous wood by the Kuba people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Whilst primarily used as a method of payment some currency were used for status and adornment instead

Each bowl would have been used to prepare and serve food or used for storage for many years

household goods had to be lightweight

Mblo Portrait Mask 14 The origin of this spearThese 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