Kwele Mark from Cameroon Congo and Gabon hand made and hand carved - a very weird wood carved mask - some signs Historic Notes Traditional African mask belonging to the Kwele (or Bakwélé) people widespread in Gabon, Congo, and Cameroon The mask offered is an "Ekuk" or "Pipibuze" - it features a flat, heart-shaped face, usually painted with white kaolin (even partially), symbolizing light, surrounded by stylized horns reminiscent of antelope horns. It was used during ceremonies to bring balance to the village and to decorate the walls of homes. in fair conditions - dimensions are 12 x 20 x 34 cm. Attention Attention we do not ship to the USA ... due to tariffs Poste Italiane does not accept any shipments - we need to send with a private courier and the shipping costs are around 65 to 75 Euro ... please consider this if you live in USA, please ...