{"product_id":"baule-mblo-mask-18-hand-carved-wood-ivory-coast-idealized-portrait-art","title":"Baule Mblo Mask – 18\" Hand-Carved Wood – Ivory Coast Idealized Portrait Art","description":"\u003cp\u003eBring the serene elegance and technical mastery of the Ivory Coast into your home with this authentic Baule Mblo mask. Standing at 18 inches, this hand-carved wooden masterpiece serves as a sophisticated and high-impact focal point for any modern, minimalist, or gallery-inspired interior. The Baule people are world-renowned for their refined sculptural traditions, and the Mblo mask is a pinnacle of their craftsmanship. Designed as an idealized portrait of a respected community member, the mask features the classic Baule aesthetic: a meditative, downcast gaze, a high forehead symbolizing wisdom, and intricate scarification patterns. Carved from a single block of dense hardwood, the piece showcases a rich, dark patina and the rhythmic tool marks that highlight the artisan's dedication to beauty and spiritual balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand crafted in Ivory Coast (Baule Tribe)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e18 x 7 x 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaterials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-carved Natural Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWall Hanging — a wire or hook is included on the back for easy mounting. Ideal for living room, hallway, or gallery display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing: 1–2 business days — carefully inspected and securely packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorldwide delivery: 10–14 business days after shipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTracking number sent to your email once dispatched\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCustoms and import duties are the responsibility of the buyer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuestions? \u003ca href=\"mailto:info.kivuhome@gmail.com\"\u003einfo.kivuhome@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\"\u003eView All Items\u003c\/a\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Returns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kivu Home","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48763284226267,"sku":null,"price":324.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/1951\/3051\/files\/il_fullxfull.7994637368_nr9a.jpg?v=1779700233","url":"https:\/\/kivuhome.com\/products\/baule-mblo-mask-18-hand-carved-wood-ivory-coast-idealized-portrait-art","provider":"kivuhome","version":"1.0","type":"link"}