African Boutique Design-Using African Art Masks as Décor.
African Masks have always played a large part in the history of Africa particularly in religious ceremonies with various cultures using their own carving techniques and colors in their design. Master carvers have always been held in high regard in tribal society for their work and for the history and tradition they pass down through the ages.
Today, authentic African Masks are highly sought after by art collectors and museums.
Using carved African masks in interior design will create a strong feature so won’t necessarily work well used in areas that are design busy or cluttered with lots of small articles. They make a statement on their own and will not necessarily integrate into for example, French drawing room décor or such.
But you can use African masks in many, many ways.
There are many African decorations that can add harmony or contrast.
From ultra modern, minimalist layouts to cosy, study like décor.
Imaging a wide, white expanse of wall with a strong, colorful mask, centered and under a single spotlight. Or a quite corner of a study, with a small collection of masks to highlight a bookcase or trophy.
A few very small masks, grouped within a family photo wall, can add humor and interest.
Place a single mask on an empty, pastel shade wall and you suddenly change the look and atmosphere of the whole room with this type of focal point.
Entry foyers of offices, restaurants, games rooms and living rooms can all enjoy the drama that the primitive aspect of an African Art Mask or furniture such as this African Fang Mask Accent Table from Ghana will bring to its surroundings.
Selection of a mask needs to be precise for size, so that it doesn’t overpower surrounding furniture and displays, and for color so as not to clash with furnishings.
Paler masks will disappear if placed in proximity with areas that already contain lots of small, highly colored items or on walls that are busy with many other small fittings.
The larger the room or area, the larger and more colorful mask can be used, but remember a small room with a large, strong mask will become even smaller in feel, so go for lesser size masks. You don’t want the mask to completely take over.
Have a look at the variety of African masks and many other unique décor items available at XXX design. You’ll be surprised at the number of unusual themes that are possible using African Art to highlight otherwise forgotten spaces.
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