{"product_id":"bakwele-ceremonial-mask-gabon","title":"Bakwele Ceremonial Mask – Gabon","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis rare and expressive African ceremonial mask originates from the Bakwele people of Gabon. Carved from solid wood, the mask is distinguished by its striking openwork design: a smaller, serene face framed within a large surrounding structure. This sculptural construction creates a powerful sense of depth and symbolism, characteristic of Bakwele masking traditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe inner face displays softly modeled features with half-closed eyes and a calm, introspective expression. The surrounding outer frame, carved from the same block of wood, emphasizes protection, transition, and spiritual enclosure. Traces of natural pigments and areas of darker patina remain visible, the result of age and ritual handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior shows clear hand-tool marks and an old handwritten label indicating Bakwele, Gabon, supporting the authenticity of the piece. Mounted on a custom metal stand, the mask is presented as a sculptural object ready for display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBakwele people, Gabon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCentral Africa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarved wood with original surface patina\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight: 45 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWidth: 26 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood vintage condition, with visible wear, surface irregularities, and patina consistent with age and ceremonial use. No recent restorations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Troc Leuven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52153394463061,"sku":null,"price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0260\/6022\/6623\/files\/22841DBC-1BD4-4536-9D96-0DD7FC5A58B8.jpg?v=1766758521","url":"https:\/\/trocleuven.live\/products\/bakwele-ceremonial-mask-gabon","provider":"Troc Leuven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}