Your cart
There are no more items in your cart
.JPG)
Large Tribal Stone and Shell Mask 35cm | Artisanat de Sumba
View product description €38.50
► FREE delivery in Europe from 45€ of purchases - depends on the country of delivery : find out more
Millennium Tribal Art from Sumba, to enhance your decor
- Total dimensions: height 35cm x width 11.5cm x depth 7cm approx. Weight: approx. 1.5kg
- Materials : Mask in stone, headdress in jute rope and natural cowrie shells, base and stem in painted metal.
- Artisanal creation imported in compliance with fair trade rules. Minor imperfections or differences in appearance may occur compared to the photographed model, testifying to the authenticity of each piece.
This primitive hand-carved limestone mask comes from Sumba, one of the islands of the Sunda Archipelago in Oceania.
The elongated, stylized face with its minimalist features evokes a protective spirit or revered ancestor. The headdress is made from coiled jute rope and carefully arranged cowrie shells, symbols of wealth and protection. The black metal base ensures stability and enhances the beauty of this handcrafted piece.
In the tribal culture of Sumba, such art objects are usually placed in homes or on altars, to honor ancestors, protect homes and attract prosperity.
A timeless design object charged with symbolism, this sculpture, at the crossroads of the spiritual and the decorative, will easily find its place in your home:
- In the entrance hall, as the symbolic guardian of your home.
- Or in the living room, as a piece of ethnic art, adding a touch of tribal elegance.
Unique, ethical craftsmanship from Sumba
On the island of Sumba, Indonesia, craftsmanship is much more than a skill: it's a living tradition, deeply rooted in the local culture.
Each decorative object - be it a mask, statuette or candleholder - is entirely handcrafted, making it one-of-a-kind!
With its distinctive variations and irregularities, each creation carries its own story and soul.
By choosing an object from this handcrafted tradition, you're not only promoting uniqueness and authenticity in your home, you're also supporting a fairer economy.
Buying these objects means making a conscious choice: encouraging the work of local craftsmen, preserving rare know-how, and favoring sustainable decoration that respects both people and the environment.
- Summary
- Carved by a talented craftsman from the island of Sumba, this primitive black stone mask combines symbolic power with minimalist elegance. A strong decorative piece, at the crossroads of tribal art and modern design.
- Size
- 35cm
Total dimensions: height 16cm x width 8cm x depth 6cm approx. Weight: 0.5kg approx. - Information
- This article may present imperfections and differences in appearance compared to the photographed model, proof of its artisanal origin and its authenticity.
- Delivery method
- Standard item
- Object type
- Decoration
- Material
- Shell / Mother-Of-Pearl, Stone
- Colour
- beige
- Origin
- Handcrafted and fair
- Patterns & Symbols
- Shells
MASK04730-WH
Coco Papaya presents Villa Métisse, its new interior and exterior decoration brand, created in 2023.
Natural materials and craftsmanship are the 2 main sources of inspiration for the brand to design its exclusive range of decorative objects with cosmopolitan accents.
In perfect harmony with current trends such as ethnic chic style or Bohemian atmospheres, Villa Métisse creations are designed so that decoration rhymes with serenity.
Basketry, different species of wood, bamboo, mother-of-pearl, brass, and many other noble materials are in the spotlight in the collections. But the real stars are the craftsmen who work them! Their virtuosity and the unlimited creativity that animate them, give birth to rare and authentic objects that bring a real extra soul.
In the era of all industrial, the handmade is gaining nobility. In our modern and hyper-connected interiors, inviting nature and the objects inspired by it is like taking a breath of fresh air...
Here a little wall decoration, then there, a pretty sculpture or an unusual object way "cabinet of curiosities"... No need to accumulate, bet on quality and authenticity to preserve the style and originality of your decoration.
Decoration can be thought of as a source of well-being and emotional release. Natural and warm colors, patterns inspired by ancestral traditions, and original creations that tell a story: this is the proposal of the Villa Métisse brand to make your living space an inspiring and soothing place.
Tap to zoom
