{"product_id":"fang-ngil-mask-21-large-hand-carved-wood-mask-gabon-tribal-wall-decor","title":"Fang Ngil Mask – 21\" Large Hand-Carved Wood Mask – Gabon Tribal Wall Decor","description":"Elevate your space with this magnificent Fang Ngil mask, designed to bring dramatic minimalist form, rich history, and a commanding sculptural presence into your home. Standing at an impressive 21 inches, this hand-carved wooden masterpiece serves as a sophisticated focal point for any modern, minimalist, or eclectic interior.\n\nThis piece is inspired by the legendary ritual traditions of the Fang people of Gabon, Equatorial Guinea, and southern Cameroon. Historically worn by members of the powerful Ngil male society, which was tasked with maintaining social order and revealing hidden wrongdoers, these masks are world-renowned for their striking, avant-garde elegance. The mask features a highly stylized, elongated heart-shaped face covered in a traditional, powdery kaolin clay patina that represents ancestral spirits. A prominent, sweeping vertical ridge forms a continuous bridge from the forehead down to the nose, beautifully contrasted by fine slit eyes, a textured cross-hatched coiffure at the crown, and geometric linear markings sweeping across the lower cheeks. This iconic aesthetic directly inspired major early 20th-century Western art movements and legendary modernist painters.\n\nPerfect for creating a premium gallery wall, accenting a high-ceiling entryway, or standing as a profound conversation piece in an executive office or study. Its elegant proportions and deep cultural heritage add instant character to both contemporary and transitional spaces.\n\nDetails:\n\nMaterial: 100% Hand-carved Wood \u0026amp; Natural Pigments\n\nSize: 21 x 10 x 7 inches\n\nOrigin: Gabon, West-Central Africa\n\nPlease Note: This mask is configured for wall display and does not include a display stand or wall-mounting hardware.\n\nDue to the handmade nature of this item, each piece features unique variations in the wood grain, kaolin application, and hand-carved textures that make your mask a truly one-of-a-kind treasure.\n\nBring home more than decor—bring home a piece of artistry and heritage.","brand":"kivuhome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48945495933147,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/1951\/3051\/files\/a6968d16-il_fullxfull.8203689204_rhl1.jpg?v=1783323889","url":"https:\/\/kivuhome.com\/fr\/products\/fang-ngil-mask-21-large-hand-carved-wood-mask-gabon-tribal-wall-decor","provider":"kivuhome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}