Zemanek-Münster

Horned mask "karikpo"

Nigeria, Ogoni
sold EUR 2,000
Provenance
Max Itzikovitz, Paris, France
Robert Lewitzki, Celle, Germany
Size
H: 19,5 cm
H: 7.7 inch

Description

wood,

This horned mask embodies an antelope “karikpo”, which symbolizes fertility, strength and grace.

The “karikpo” dance takes place primarily on the occasion of agricultural ceremonies, but also at important social events.


Publications

Expo cat.: "Afrikanische Kunst, Sammlung Robert Lewitzki", Bomann-Museum (Hg.), Celle 2012, p. 39

Exhibition

Celler Schloß, Gotische Halle: "Afrikanische Kunst, Sammlung Robert Lewitzki", 10. Juli - 31 August 2012

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