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New: the 2nd edition of Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks is out now. Get the book → 2nd Edition Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks Go deeper into the stories behind the masks you just read about. Within Carved Lines uncovers the history, symbolism, and ritual meaning…
Sowei Mask of the Mende: The Only African Mask Tradition Owned by Women
New: the 2nd edition of Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks is out now. Get the book → Almost every well-known African masking tradition is controlled by men. The Sowei mask, worn by the Mende, Temne, Vai, and Gola peoples of Sierra Leone, Liberia, and Guinea, is the exception that reorders the…
Why African Masks Feel Powerful to Some People
Many people encounter an African mask and immediately feel something—curiosity, awe, discomfort, attraction, or emotional intensity. Even without knowing the mask’s origin, people often describe it as “powerful.” This immediate reaction can be attributed to the intricate artistry and cultural significance embedded within each mask. These artifacts serve as vital expressions of African heritage, embodying…
Why African Masks have horns?
New: the 2nd edition of Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks is out now. Get the book → I have had to answer the question, why do African masks have horns? Is it a sign of evil or good. In this article, I will discuss the depths of African masks and what…
The African Mask That Sold for $4.4 Million: The True Story
New: the 2nd edition of Within Carved Lines: The Secret Meanings of African Masks is out now. Get the book → An old French couple were clearing out an attic. They found a mask nobody in the family had thought twice about in years. They sold it for €150. About $158. Two years later,…
