Helmet mask "gelede" · Nigeria, Yoruba · ID: 3035247
sold
EUR 600
Size
D: 24,5 cm
D: 9.6 inch
Description
light wood, remains of polychrome paint, carved with characteristic facial features and scarification marks, head crest with tapering ear flaps, slightly dam., insect caused damage around the lower rim, abrasion of paint, traces of old age and usage, paint strongly exfoliated in many areas, socle