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SOLD West African Bete Tribal Face Mask 13

SOLD West African Bete Tribal Face Mask 13"

Item #1a1

Price: $240.00

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This wood mask is an authentic one of a kind mask, hand carved and purchased in West Africa.

The Bete are an agriculturalist group who live in southwestern Ivory Coast, between the Bandama and Sassandra rivers. Only the western Bete are known to have a masking tradition.

The face of this mask is composed of geometric volumes that, as independent bodies, seem to emerge from a flat back panel. The separate features are arranged in horizontal tiers, interrupted in the vertical only by the hooked nose and a low crest with a zig zag pattern extending from the lower edge of the protruding forehead over the crown of the head. Between the four eyes are two small rectangular openings have been cut to permit the wearer to see, at least partially.

The earliest function of this mask was to prepare men for war. By wearing it to battle, the exaggerated features are meant to frighten potential enemies. Later, the mask presided over peace-treaty ceremonies and dispute-resolution meetings.

Click here to learn more about the African Bete tribe. Please email info@lotusmasks.com or call us, toll free 1(866) LOTUS-12.

Height: 13 inches
Width: 7.5 inches
Depth: 6.5 inches
Weight: 2 pounds
Materials: Wood
Origin:
Bete tribe - Ivory Coast, Africa

Hanging Instructions: Two holes are pre carved into the top portion of the back of the mask. String is tied through the holes for immediate hanging.

Care: Dust the piece as needed.

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"I simply wanted to let you know that we rceived our rug today and it is unbelievably beautiful, much more lovely than in the photo.  the background red is actually a rust color and is perfect for the room, and the many different shades of blues in the rug couldn't be better.  it is an exquisite piece.

thanks so much"

Bob - California

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"Hello Tim,

I did receive them last week and I am very pleased with each item. You have a good selection at reasonable prices. I'm sure I will be buying additional pieces in the future.
Thanks for the great service."

Mike - New Jersey

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"Great mask Tim!  I have it on the wall with my other 'collectable' masks.  It's a perfect addition.

Thanks"

Pam - California

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"Hello Tim,

I recieved the shipment in perfect condition and the packing was the best I have ever recieved! Impressive is an understatment. I am real happy with the Toma mask it exceeded my expectations. Thank you for the great service and follow up phone calls Tim. Its a pleasure to deal with professionals!!

Thank you and take care."

Bryan - Ontario

Testimonial "Hi Tim,

We received the mask, it was a gift for some friends. They loved it!! Thank you so much for your e-mail and enjoy your day."

Sher - Florida
Testimonial "Tim,

Thank you for your prompt and professional response to my orders. I expect to be checking your website frequently."

Ellis - North Carolina
Testimonial "Hi, Tim:

The mask is everything I expected it to be. Beautiful. Great addition to my collection.

Thanks much."

Renee - New York
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"Hi Tim -- just wanted to let you know I received the painting -- which is gorgeous!  Do let me know if you have other Gond paintings available.   thanks for a very smooth transaction."

Neeta - Maryland

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"Hi Tim,
masks arrived today ... they are stunning!
Bye"
 

Graziano - Rome, Italy

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"The mask is beautiful! It arrived in perfect shape. Hard not to be a collector when I see the beauties that you offer. Thanks"

Mark - Maine

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"Hello Tim

Sorry for the slight delay but I just wanted to say how delighted Nicola was with the mask and the picture. They were both in remarkably good condition given the amount of journeying they'd done and that space age packaging of yours is excellent.

Best regards and thanks again"

Ben -
London




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