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Gelede mask – Wood – Yoruba – Nigeria

 150,00

Out of stock

SKU: 25.308 Category: Tags: , , ,
Description

Very complete Gelede mask from the Yoruba tribe of Nigeria. Gelede Masks, are according to the Society of African Missions (SMA) To Protect Man from Witches. Gelede masks are worn by men, but may portray a wide range of male and female characters. The masks are formally danced in identical pairs and adorned with elaborate, colorful costumes composed of numerous layers of expensive imported cloth, as well as locally made cloth. The mask is worn tilted over the forehead, allowing the dancer to see out beneath the rim through an attached veil of cloth. Good condition with great use of colors, the mask has a old aged patina. On top of the mask there is a sitting leopard.

Object
Gelede mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Yoruba
Region/ country
Nigeria
Material
Wood
Period
2nd half 20th century
Condition
Good
Sold with stand
No
Dimensions
34×25×19 cm
Weight
1500 g
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