ETHNOGRAPHIC ART AND ARTEFACTS
Friday, 14 - Monday, 24 March 2025
An African tribal dance mask
Lot Details
originating from the Yoruba peoples in Nigeria and Benin, worn on the head, the Gelede cult honours women, mothers and fertility. On specially made stand and with label stating provenance. H.600mm (on stand).
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