#3439 African Guru Passport Portrait Mask Cote d'Ivoire 13" Chinese#CherryBlossom#design#porcelain#handpainted#birds#tree#pink# The sophisticated lost wax method

The sophisticated lost wax method was employed during its casting

features a striking geometric pattern crafted from raffia palm fibers

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Superb Cute old African Senufo milk stool on four tapered legs with an abstract form

This stunning Kuba Kasai Velvet Boutallah Raffia Textile originates from Zaire in Africa and features a geometric design

#3439 African Guru Passport Portrait Mask Cote d'Ivoire 13" Chinese#CherryBlossom#design#porcelain#handpainted#birds#tree#pink# The sophisticated lost wax methodThis African Guru Passport Portrait Mask from Cote d'Ivoire measures 13" in height and is 5. 25" wide and 2. 5" deep. It serves as a symbol of initiation and elevation into the higher ranks of the men's secret society. These smaller masks were traditionally presented to senior members during meetings to indicate their right to participate in deliberations. Diviners would also recommend small masks for children to wear as protection against evil and