{"product_id":"bamana-mask-mali-3","title":"Bamana Mask, Mali | SKU: M786","description":"\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.8182%; height: 23.6719px;\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.6719px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.9079%; text-align: center; height: 23.6719px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hemingwaygallery.nyc\/collections\/decorative-masks\" title=\"View All African Masks\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAll Masks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 49.9079%; text-align: center; height: 23.6719px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hemingwaygallery.nyc\/collections\/decorative-african-art\" title=\"View All Decorative Art\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAll Decorative Art\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBamana Mask from Mali Description of Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eThese Bamana masks are hand-carved today in \u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"127\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMali\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing inspiration from the rich artistic traditions of the Bamana (also called Bambara) people. For generations, masks played an important role in Bamana society, particularly within agricultural and initiation ceremonies. One of the most well-known forms is the Chi Wara antelope headdress, which symbolizes the spirit that taught humans how to cultivate the land and celebrates the values of hard work, cooperation, and community prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"576\" data-end=\"1021\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eWhile the masks offered today are decorative works made for collectors and interior spaces, their forms reference these historic ceremonial pieces—echoing the bold geometric carving, stylized animal imagery, and strong sculptural presence that define Bamana design. Each piece reflects the enduring influence of Bamana artistry, translating traditional forms into contemporary African art that can be appreciated in modern homes and collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand carved in Ivory Coast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions (inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDepth: 7\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 10\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 23\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSustainable Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural paint and stain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndigenous wood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWall Hanging: the mask includes a wire installed on the back for easy wall hanging.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubsidized U.S. FedEx Ground shipping: $30\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmaller pieces are shipped via FedEx Ground in a secure box, with careful packaging to ensure safe delivery. To make fine art shipping more affordable, we subsidize part of the cost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach shipment includes a declared value, requiring a signature upon delivery for added security.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hemingway African Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45603718103097,"sku":"M786","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/1190\/8196\/files\/Black-african-mask.jpg?v=1773860794","url":"https:\/\/hemingwaygallery.nyc\/products\/bamana-mask-mali-3","provider":"Hemingway African Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}