Yoruba festivity mask - SOLD OUT
African helmet mask in the lively and beautiful polychrome well preserved. Among the Yoruba, masks of this type were worn during festivities such as that of Gelede, in Nigeria but especially in Benin. We recognize the very specific scarifications on the forehead and cheeks.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 40 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Tribal Art Collection Italy
- Condition
- Excellent
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African helmet mask in the lively and beautiful polychrome well preserved. Among the Yoruba, masks of this type were worn during festivities such as that of Gelede, in Nigeria but especially in Benin. We recognize the very specific scarifications on the forehead and cheeks.