Have it delivered hassle-free
Sell
31 cm Antique Wooden Marka Mask Brass | Exclusive Wall Art | 500g – Sculpture, Iron, Copper
00

31 cm Antique Wooden Marka Mask Brass | Exclusive Wall Art | 500g

€275Bid from €247.50
Buy with confidence
Shop & pay safely with Buyer ProtectionDesigner items curated by WhoppahWe only pay the seller once you have safely received the item
Trusted payment methods
iDEAL
Bancontact
Paypal
Visa
Mastercard
Maestro
American express
Apple pay
Cartes bancaires
Giropay
Top rated ongoogle logo
About this seller
Private seller
Damme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales
Product description
Antique Hand-carved Marka Mask with Brass Fittings & Nose Rings – Mali – approx. 1950 Specifications: H 31 × W 10 cm | Weight: 500 grams | Hand-carved Hardwood | Hammered Copper/Brass Fittings | Four Ritual Nose Rings We proudly present an exceptionally expressive, richly textured, and characterful masterpiece within the African ethnographica section: an authentic antique hand-carved wooden Marka (Warka) mask from Mali (West Africa). This ceremonial mask dates from the mid-20th century (approx. ). With a height of 31 cm and a solid weight of 500 grams, this mask is in superb, unrestored, and completely original condition. Rich Marka Iconography & Metalwork This tribal mask stands out due to its layered use of materials and functions as a striking, historical eye-catcher and exclusive wall art in any modern or high-end interior: Hammered Brass Fittings: The entire forehead section is masterfully adorned with a thick plate of yellow copper / brass. The local blacksmith has hand-decorated the plate with a finely punched dot pattern, a central oval textile inlay, and a wreath of stylized cowrie shells. Four Jingling Nose Rings: A highly rare and iconographically important detail are the four loose metal rings hanging through the nose bridge and mouth opening. These rings produced a specific sound during ritual dances to invoke spiritual protection. Magical Fetish Bundle: Between the two massive upright horns on the crown there is an original ritual bundle, wrapped with historical textile fibers and thick ropes. The deep grooves of the wood and the fittings are saturated with old temple dust and legitimate age-related corrosion. Product Details Representation: Marka Tribal Face Mask (Wall Art / Wall Sculpture) Material: Hand-carved hardwood with hand-hammered brass fittings, iron rings, textile, and ritual cord Origin / Culture: West Africa (Mali) / Marka tribe Dating: Mid-20th Century (approx. 1950) – Fully antique ethnographic masterpiece Dimensions & Weight: H 31 × W 10 cm | Weight: 500 grams Condition: Exceptional, unrestored condition. Beautiful dark patina skin of the wood, untouched brass work with natural oxidation, and fully intact ritual rings and bundle. 100% genuine and unembellished. Additional details: - Brand: 1stbuddha - Style: Antiek - Style: Afrikaanse etnografica - Style: Tribaal - Material: Hardhout - Material: Touwen - Material: Kauri-schelpen - Period: ca. 1950 - availability: in_stock
Specifications
CategorySculptureConditionVery goodColorsBrown, YellowMaterialIron, Copper, Textile, BrassSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup

Discover more

Seller information

About this seller
Private seller
Damme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales