Decorative red mask with black and white trim
150 Kč
Handmade mask for hang on the wall is made by masons from the Kisi tribe from the area of the village of Tabaka, which is the only place in Kenya where the mined rock called talc from which the mask is made. It is purchased directly from the manufacturer.
Height: 13 cm Width: 9.5 cm, weight: 100 g
Soapstone is mined in large mines surrounding the area of Kisii. Mined talc is then delivered to carvers who carve sculptures from the natural stone for a new business markets. Once the products are carved, they disposse sharp edges with sandpaper dipped in water, polish to a high luster and eventually adorn hand-painted African motifs in vibrant colors with engraved elements.
