Ligbi mask DO society
West Africa: Ivory Coast Treasure
Among the Mande Muslims, the ox represents a sacrificial animal of great importance. It is illustrated in this mask with a sacrificial human face. The DO society to which it belongs and the clan chiefs organise sacrifices at the end of Ramadan. This buffalo mask is called SIGINKURU-AYNA. It is associated with the image of the ancient Muslim HORINGYO.
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Data sheet
- Presumed dating
- Mid XXth century
- Size
- 37 cm
- Ethnic group
- Material(s)
- Wood
- Country
- Origin
- Ex Drouot, France, 1996
- Condition
- Excellent
West Africa: Ivory Coast Treasure
Among the Mande Muslims, the ox represents a sacrificial animal of great importance. It is illustrated in this mask with a sacrificial human face. The DO society to which it belongs and the clan chiefs organise sacrifices at the end of Ramadan. This buffalo mask is called SIGINKURU-AYNA. It is associated with the image of the ancient Muslim HORINGYO.