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Helmet mask "ndoli jowel" of the "sande" society, Sierra Leone, Mende, Size: H: 36 cm (H: 14.2 inch), ID: 3042811
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Lot 185
87th Tribal Art Auction

Helmet mask "ndoli jowel" of the "sande" society ·  Sierra Leone, Mende · ID: 3042811

sold EUR 500
Provenance
Inge Hett, Berlin, Germany
German Private Collection
Size
H: 36 cm
H: 14.2 inch

Description

wood, matt black patina, partly encrusted, unusual large face, coiffure in fan-shaped lobes with headband, fine incised geometrical decor on both sides, typical neck rolls, slightly dam. (nose, mouth), minor missing parts, cracks, traces of insect caused damage (coiffure/backside)

Africa
Masks

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