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This item will be posted to you by The Inner Altar within 5 days of receiving payment.
| Shipping destination | Cost | Additional items |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £6.50 | |
| EU & Northern Ireland | Doesn't deliver here | |
| United States | Doesn't deliver here | |
| Rest of the World | Doesn't deliver here | |
I was drawn to this piece for the way it holds energy quietly rather than projecting it outward. Its form feels grounded and watchful, carrying a sense of steadiness that naturally belongs near an inner altar or personal space.
The decision was not to alter or embellish, but to listen to what the piece already carried. The weight of the carving, the marks left by hand, and the sense of place felt complete in themselves. My role here was one of recognition — allowing the piece to be held, seen, and offered onward with care.
This work sits within a spiritual practice that values presence, protection, and subtle energetic companionship rather than symbolism or instruction.
Safety information
This item is intended for indoor decorative use. It should be securely wall-mounted using appropriate fixings suitable for the wall type. Not a toy — keep out of reach of children and pets. Avoid exposure to moisture or high humidity, as this may affect the surface finish over time. Handle with care when installing or repositioning.
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Full description
This is a vintage hand-carved wooden mask from Jamaica, offered as a curated wall object within an inner altar context. The form is tall and steady, with an inward, contemplative expression that feels grounded rather than performative. There is a quiet strength to it — a sense of being held rather than displayed.
The surface carries the marks of the hand and the passage of time, giving the piece depth and a lived quality. The contrast between the smoother face and the more deeply textured upper section allows the energy of the carving to unfold slowly, rather than all at once. A carved inscription anchors the piece to place, adding to its feeling of rootedness and continuity.
The carving reflects Jamaican figurative wood-carving traditions of the mid- to late-20th century and is offered here for its energetic presence, material honesty, and ability to sit calmly within a personal or contemplative space.
This is a one-of-a-kind vintage piece.
Ideas for placement
Near an inner altar or personal focus where objects are chosen for how they feel, not how they perform.
On a quiet wall where its presence can be sensed gradually rather than noticed all at once.
Alongside natural materials such as wood, stone, fabric, or ceramics that support grounded energy.
In a space where light shifts across the day and the surface can be experienced differently over time.
Designed by Cheryl Butler
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