Bambara Hand Carved African Mask from Mali _artisan--novica-artisan-7285 the earrings are worn on

the earrings are worn on sterling silver hooks

the mask features unique designs and beautiful detailing on its headdress

this piece makes an excellent addition to any home vanity

Hand wash or machine wash in cold water

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Bambara Hand Carved African Mask from Mali _artisan--novica-artisan-7285 the earrings are worn onA winged figure with horns sits atop this handsome Bambara mask. Her swollen abdomen alludes to pregnancy, and hence, to fertility. The Bambara live in the region around Bamako, the capital of Mali. Their traditions include six male societies Ntomo, Komo, Kono, Tyiwara, Kore, and Nama each with its own type of mask, worn to display their status in society. This is a Kore mask; concerned with the sky and with the bringing of rain to make the crops