Hidden Faces of Africa

in #art7 years ago

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A witch doctor's' plastron from the Toma people of Guinea made from Textile, animal claws, amulets and fur. Was used in the 19th and 20th Century.

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Named after the great Lwena Means a princess from Angola made with beads, coins, buttons, cloth, skin, raffia and wood
It is 24cm in height . Was used in the 2nd quarter of the 20th century.

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Popularly known as Angel Wobe's Mask a horned face with white painted cylindrical eyes and plaited cords about the face, dark patina 28 cm. high, made with wood, beads, raffia, leather and horns originated in the 19th century from Ivory Coast.

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Lol...looking scary ooo...do they really work

It's mythical and faith combined. But this is for it's beauty.

The 3rd one is horrifying. That's African culture.

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This was a great post. Thank you for sharing. I'll be sure to keep an eye out for you future work!