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Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask
Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask

Kobiay African Mask |African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask

$ 126.19

Availability: 100 in stock
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Condition: Genuine African and Antique collectors Mask. Aging wear is common featuring imperfections such as chips, cracks and missing elements. Completely ok and unique with every antique African Mask.
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    Antique African Mask | Genuine BWA Kobiay Face Mask from Burkina Faso | Collector Wood Tribal Mask
    HISTORY BEHIND OUR MASKS
    Paulski Art strives to deliver collectible and authentic African masks from regions across the African continent. With access to antiquity auctions and museum curators across Western and Southern Africa, we do our ultimate best to secure only genuine tribal masks and provide information that is well researched by our curators in determining origin, culture, and age. We examine our pieces thoroughly and do our best to photograph each section of a mask so a buyer/collector can have a full understanding of what they’re purchasing without any surprises. That is our promise!
    MASK: BWA KOBIAY FACE MASK
    Origin – Bwa, Burkina Faso
    Culture: Nunuma or Winiama People
    Type – Face Mask
    Dimensions – 22” x 7” x 10”
    Material/Medium – Harwood, pigment/painted in black, red and white
    Estimated Age – Early 20th Century
    Authenticity – 100% Authentic and Vintage African Mask (Auction Acquired)
    This mask, known as Kobiay, is used by Kaani smiths. It is intended to appeal to the good offices of a spirit called hombo, who lives in a swamp. Legend has it that hombo once appeared in the guise of an eel to help the ancestors of Didiro clan to escape from the village of Hounde.
    Imperfections and Repairs
    - Professional repair was made to broken ear indicated in image. Mask looks excellent irregardless and 100% original.
    - Given the old age and environment the mask originated from; Cracks, chips, dents, faded paint and some broken parts are common with any African antique mask. Please review images carefully. We investigate our masks thoroughly and do our best to highlight all details in our pictures. Above all this adds to the beauty and authenticity of each mask.
    Shipping and Returns
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    All our masks are professionally boxed and shipped by our packaging partners who specialize in antiquities and collector items. Depending on the size of the mask, shipping will be done via UPS or LTL door to door service.
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    Our return policy is strictly 30 days upon delivery. We ask that you contact us immediately if you decide to return a mask. All return shipping and insurance to the mask is paid by the customer. Damaged masks upon arrival will not be accepted and refund will be voided. We typically inspect each mask requiring 24-48 hours prior to issuing a refund to the source of payment used. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.