LION MASK BLACK GOLD

The LION MASK BLACK GOLD brings a commanding presence to any interior, joining the acclaimed Fierce Portraits collection by sculptor José Luis Santes. Rooted in the ancient artistry of African tribal masks, this handcrafted piece translates centuries of ceremonial tradition into the refined medium of porcelain — finished in an elegant combination of white, black, and gold luster that catches light beautifully from every angle. 

African Tribal Heritage Rendered in Fine Porcelain

José Luis Santes built the Fierce Portraits collection around a single compelling idea: that the visual power and symbolic depth of traditional African mask-making could be faithfully expressed through porcelain. The result is a series of sculptural faces that feel simultaneously ancient and contemporary. The Lion Mask is one of its most striking entries — a masterfully modelled portrait that captures the lion’s authority and majesty through tightly controlled hand-sculpting and a multi-tone decorative finish. 

The gloss porcelain surface is finished with gold luster detailing, highlighting the sculptural contours of the face, the mane, and the ceremonial markings that give this piece its tribal character. The interplay of white, black, and gold creates a palette that works effortlessly in luxury interiors, curated gallery walls, and contemporary living spaces alike. Each line and shadow in the sculpted surface is intentional — this is not decorative reproduction but original fine art in a limited collectible format.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Sculptor: José Luis Santes 
• Collection: Fierce Portraits 

• Material: Porcelain 

• Finish: Gloss and gold luster 

• Color: White, black, and gold 

• Height: 23.622 in (approx. 60 cm) 

• Width: 14.961 in (approx. 38 cm) 

• Depth: 11.811 in (approx. 30 cm) 

• Weight: 11.02 lb 

• Display Options: Wall-hanging hook + tabletop support included 

Versatile Display: Wall-Mounted or Tabletop 

The LION MASK BLACK GOLD is designed to be displayed your way. A recessed wall-hanging hook on the reverse allows for secure, gallery-quality mounting on any wall surface. For tabletop or shelf display, the included support stand holds the piece upright and stable on a console table, bookshelf, or sideboard. At nearly 24 inches tall and almost 15 inches wide, the sculpture carries genuine physical presence — this is a piece that anchors a room rather than simply occupying a corner of it. 

Like every work in the Fierce Portraits collection, the Lion Mask arrives with insurance included, protecting your purchase from the moment of order through to delivery. Free worldwide shipping with all duties and taxes paid means no customs surprises — your sculpture arrives ready to hang or display, wherever you are. 

If you are building a curated display around the work of José Luis Santes, the LION MASK BLACK GOLD pairs naturally with other pieces in the Fierce Portraits series. Each sculpture in the collection is crafted to the same exacting standard, creating a cohesive visual narrative when displayed together.