Description : Large Zoomorphic helmet mask, headdress of buffalo or bush cow from the Mama Peoples in Nigeria. Mask is carved wood with reddish coating and caolin white tone details. Mask features elongated horns that form an oval shape, descending into pierced snout and open mouth. The horns and snout surmount a concave dome, hollowed out to accommodate the head of the wearer. Mask measures approx 30 inches in length by 9.5 inches in width by 4.5 inches in depth. Mask has surface wear consistent with age. Appears to be superficial crack along horns and snout, as noted in photo. African Art, Tribal Art, African sculpture, ethnographic Art, African folk art, African sculpture figural figurine, decorative art, collectible African arts, African Dancing ceremonial mask. Property of a New York Private Collection. 7 South of the Jos plateau, the northernmost part of the Middle Benue Valley Region, headdresses such as this example are collectively identified as mangam. Worn during events directed at securing agricultural success, promoting healing, and
Prix: 66.50 USD🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
Estimations(basse-haute) : 100 USD-1000 USD🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire.
À propos du lot
n° 634 Titre : Mama Tribe Buffalo Dancing Mask Dimensions : 30 inches in length by 9.5 inches in width by 4.5 inches in depth The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc., Salle de vente
, Mount Kisco, US🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Titre de la vente : November 20 Red Carpet Auction Date de la vente : 20/11/2019🔓Accès libre sans carte bancaire. Référence de l'enchère
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