Makonde Ndimu Likomba mask
  • Makonde Ndimu Likomba mask
  • Traditional body art in Tanzania
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Makonde Ndimu Likomba mask

€270.00

Traditional body art in Tanzania

Wooden mask of Makonde origin on which we observe many linear patterns. This African ndimu likumba mask from Tanzania was taken out once a year during the dry season on the occasion of the initiation rites of the likumbi.

The boys were driven away from the village before they transitioned into adulthood as the rainy season approached.

Initiation involves isolation and ends with circumcision, tattooing, filing of teeth and the acquisition of hitherto secret knowledge.

The return to society is marked by the representation of the masquerade.

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Data sheet

Presumed dating
Mid XXth century
Size
23 cm
Ethnic group
Makonde
Material(s)
Wood
Country
Tanzania
Origin
Tribal art collection France
Condition
Excellent

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