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Belly Mask – Wood – Punu- Gabon

 220,00

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Description

Unusual wooden belly mask from the Punu tribe of Gabon.
This kind of masks symbolize fertility and are also thought to be worn during boys initiation ceremonies. Good used condition with slight traces of wear and tear. Beautiful belly mask with a great patina.

Good used condition with clear traces of wear and tear. Beautiful belly mask with a great patina. Large piece, total lenght: 78 cm!

Object: Belly mask
Ethnic group/ culture: Punu
Region/ country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Period: 2nd half 20th century
Condition: Good
Sold with stand: No
Dimensions: 78×29×28 cm
Weight: 3500 g
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