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Description : Africa, Sierra Leone, Temne peoples, 20th century CE. This is an ornate and colorful wood-carved festival head mask, topped by a crest with cloth attachments designed to conceal the wearer. This mask embodies the joy of 20th century masks -- the bright colors and use of found materials that were previously unavailable! The Temne people are the largest ethnic group today in Sierra Leone, and their traditional culture revolves around chiefdoms and secret societies that men and women (separately) are inducted into after puberty. Masks are used as part of the rites of moving up the social hierarchy and becoming part of the secret societies to manifest the spirits who guide individuals through these processes. Size: 57.2 H (145.3 cm) See Masks from West and Central Africa: A Celebration of Color and Form (Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2013). Provenance: Ex- New York Gallery, Paul and Mary Sue Rosen Collection (Schiffer Publishing, Ltd., 2013). Tijou, California, acquired 1960s and prior, by descent to her granddaughter 1970s. All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids. We ship worldwide and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience. #113498
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