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Hand Beaded Congo Zaire Wood Mask 'River Goddess'

River Goddess

Hand Beaded Congo Zaire Wood Mask

$199.99

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SKU: 84158

Description

Bright beadwork adorns the serene features of a river goddess. Salihu Ibrahim creates an image from the Pende people of Zaire. Tassels of red thread complement the trade seed beads, and the piece receives an antique finish. Invoked during purification ceremonies of lakes, rivers and streams, the goddess protects her people from drowning.

Sese wood, beads, iron rings
4.39 lbs
14.3 inches H x 9.8 inches W x 4.7 inches D

Made in Ghana

Meet the Artist

Salihu Ibrahim

4 Reviews

5
Beautiful work

Posted by Greg on Sep 26th 2019

i love the masks Salihu Ibrahim creates. i've bought several. they are all beautiful and powerful.
5
absolute treasure

Posted by Jane J. on Nov 10th 2017

River Goddess by Salihu Ibrahim is breath-taking! Thrilled with this addition to my collection. Highly recommended.
5
Rare Beauty

Posted by Carson on Jul 13th 2017

I only need two words for this review, "Truly Beautiful"!
5
A culturasl heirloom

Posted by Hermena G. on Jun 18th 2016

Beautiful colors, well made

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