Description
Masque Mumuyé
Mask-cimier "Vakono", zoomorphic representing a monkey. The open mouth and the large eyeballs. The high striated headdress surmounts the face. This mask was used to chase animals from the crops. It could also be used during agrarian festivities. Nigeria, Mumuye ethnic group First half of the 20th c. 18x40x14cm
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