Ethnographic Mask
Quality:
Good - visible, slight wear, commensurate with age
A handcrafted mask from Gabon, intricately carved and used in the Bwiti spiritual ceremonies of the Mitsogo people. It symbolizes ancestral spirits and plays a vital role in initiation rites, connecting the physical and spiritual realms. Typically adorned with white kaolin, these masks feature elongated, stylized faces, embodying protection and tradition.
This item shows wear and tear commensurate with age. Please check carefully our pictures as they are part of the description. F.I. missing a small piece of painting below the right eye.
| Product number: | V202205024-142 |
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| Width | 380 mm |
| Height | 500 mm |
| Length: | 130 mm |
| Manufacturer: | Mitsogo Tribe |
| Designer / creator: | Mitsogo Tribe |
| Period of time: | 20th century |
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| Destination of origin: | Gabon |
| Quantity: | 1 |
| Material: | Straw, Wood |
| Color: | Brown , Light brown |