Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
Details
- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 7ʺD × 17ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Art Subjects
- Abstract
- Period
- 1980s
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Woodcut
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- minor loss/good minor loss/good less
- Description
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Superb Igbo Nigeria wooden painted mask This mask represents a male character by its headdress.
measures approx :17" H by … more Superb Igbo Nigeria wooden painted mask This mask represents a male character by its headdress.
measures approx :17" H by 8" w by 7" D
The Igbo people have numerous men’s dancing societies for which masks with a wide range of symbolism are worn. Among the Igbo a masquerader is known as mmanwu, however masked dancers will have other names within local Igbo groups. Masks appear to initiate young boys into adult status and adult males into higher levels and status in the men’s society. Beautifully carved masks will dance to honor the person through masks that represent the beauty of young girls as spirit maidens. The costumes worn with the masks are colorful made up of different colored cloth appliques and detailed design patterns. less
Ethnika Home Decor And Antiques
New Rochelle , NY
Super Seller
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