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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 its watchful quality and the way it holds awareness outward rather than inward. There is a steadiness in the face and a sense of quiet attention that feels protective without being forceful. It felt like a piece that knows how to hold a boundary calmly.
The decision was not to change or soften it, but to respect that alert presence. This mask didn’t ask to be made gentler or quieter — it already carried a role. My part was simply to recognise that energy and offer it on intact, without interpretation or embellishment.
It belongs to a way of working that values awareness, protection, and presence — objects that witness a space and hold it, rather than drawing attention to themselves.
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.
You have 14 days, from receipt, to notify the seller if you wish to cancel your order or exchange an item.
Unless faulty, the following types of items are non-refundable: items that are personalised, bespoke or made-to-order to your specific requirements; items which deteriorate quickly (e.g. food), personal items sold with a hygiene seal (cosmetics, underwear) in instances where the seal is broken; digital items.
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Full description
This is a vintage hand-carved wooden mask with a strong, symmetrical face and bold graphic contrast. The blackened surface is cut back to reveal lighter wood beneath, allowing the pattern to emerge through repetition rather than decoration. The eyes are narrow and steady, giving the piece a quiet, attentive presence that feels observant rather than confrontational.
There is a sense of being watched here — not in a threatening way, but in a calm, holding way. The mask feels aware. Its energy sits forward and alert, as though it has already seen what it needs to see and is simply remaining present. The carving carries rhythm and restraint, with each repeated motif reinforcing a feeling of steadiness and containment.
The surface shows the hand of the maker and the passage of time. This piece has not been altered or reworked. It is offered as it is, chosen for how it feels to live alongside rather than for symbolic interpretation. It holds its own presence without needing explanation.
Within an inner altar context, this mask acts as a quiet witness — a piece that supports awareness, protection, and attentiveness without instruction or narrative. It does not demand focus, but it does hold it.
Designed by Cheryl Butler
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