Marka Mask, Mali
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Marka Mask, Mali
Hemingway African Gallery
88 Leonard St.
New York NY 10013
United States
Description of Significance:
Marka masks, originating from the Marka people of Mali, are distinguished by their intricate craftsmanship, featuring elongated faces with narrow eyes, prominent noses, and embellished with metals like brass or copper, along with cowrie shells, beads, and leather. These masks exhibit a unique blend of African and Islamic influences, with geometric patterns and stylized forms. They play a crucial role in various ceremonies, such as rites of passage, initiation rituals, and agricultural festivals, embodying spirits and ancestors to connect the community with the spiritual realm and convey social status.
Country of Origin:
- Hand carved in Cote d'Ivoire
Dimensions (inches):
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Depth: 5"
- Width: 6"
- Height: 16"
Sustainable Materials:
- Paint and stain
- Indigenous wood
Display Options:
- This mask includes a wire on the back for easy hanging.
About Decorative African Art:
Hemingway Gallery only purchases pieces from artists or owners that we approve of historically and aesthetically. These might include artworks that have been newly created and are currently being used in ceremonies. We place high value in these pieces, despite their lack of age and antiquity, regarding them as real even though they are not old. Some are created for use by the people and not made for the tourist trade. Ours are by talented artisans creating fine art that reference historic styles. Newly produced African art is gorgeous and we value these pieces. This includes contemporary aesthetics from the continent that may not necessarily look traditionally ‘African’. Our goal is to represent design in Africa that goes beyond the idea of ‘tribal’ as the styles of emerging artists are ever evolving.
Our Pricing:
Our pricing correlates directly to the asking prices of artists, artisans and art dealers in the various African countries we collect from and the costs of importing their artwork to the U.S. We need to change the idea that artists should be paid pennies for their fine art just because it comes from Africa. Paying a fair price to our artists is our number one priority and our pricing reflects that.
Shipping:
- Shipped with FedEx Ground: $20
- A declared value is included in the shipment so a signature on arrival may be required.
- We ship around the world! Our website is still new and is not yet processing automatic international shipping rates. Please contact us directly for custom shipping quotes outside the mainland USA (including Hawaii and Alaska).
Further Information:
Please email us at info@hemingwayafricangallery.com or call 212-838-3650 with the SKU # for further information on this piece.
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