Stunning vintage West African wooden face mask carved from heavy, solid hardwood. This is an authentic tribal piece from the Toma (Loma) people of Guinea/Liberia, traditionally used in secret society rituals. Features beautiful details including hand-carved linear lines on the forehead, deep dark patination on the wood, and unique black twisted fabric tufts on the temples. The back edge features original hand-drilled holes once used to attach a fiber costume. Tribal, Brutalist, Bohemian, Mid-Century Modern Decor style; 34cm high Authentic vintage wear. Beautiful hand-chiseled interior. Some wood wear to the back. No major structural cracks, full of character. Stand where mask is displayed is not for sale. Perfect as a bold gallery wall centrepiece or styled on an console shelf.