Origin: Gabon, Central Africa
Ethnic Group: Fang
Material: Wood, pigmentDimensions: 51 × 19 × 11 cm
Period: Late 20th century (1970-1990)
Condition: Good vintage condition, with visible signs of traditional use and natural patina
Markings: None
An object of restrained power, shaped by tradition and time.
Fang Mask - Gabon
Fang Mask, Gabon
Carved wooden mask attributed to the Fang people of Gabon, characterized by its elongated form, high domed forehead, and narrow projecting nose. The pale, aged surface displays a natural patina developed through time and use, enhancing its sculptural presence.
Traditionally associated with ceremonial and ancestral contexts, this mask reflects the Fang emphasis on abstraction, balance, and spiritual restraint. Today, it reads as a powerful sculptural object, well suited to contemporary interiors.
