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This is the rating and price for African Baga Snake Helmet Mask, 1890

Recorded provenance
African Baga Snake Helmet Mask

Description : Baga People, Guinea, West Africa: Helmet mask with a snake. Late 19th Century (Circa 1890) Carved wood and pigments, mounted on a custom-made steel stand. The serpent (Kalimbe, or Bansonyi) refers to a protective spirit manifested in the form of a snake that presides over male initiation ceremonies in the Baga culture. Many helmet-style masks feature holes along the lower rim, by which whey are attached to a costume. This mask, without holes, shows wear from being held above the head by hand. This item is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.

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About the lot N° 168
Title : African Baga Snake Helmet Mask, Period : 1890
Size : 43H x 41.5L w/stand, Mask is 10.5H x 7Wx 41.5L
Provenance : Private collection, Massachusetts, Private collection, Germany
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Condition report : Good, aged condition, with signs of wear and use.
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