Horned mask "karikpo" · Nigeria, Ogoni · ID: 3049463
sold
EUR 2,000
Provenance
Max Itzikovitz, Paris, FranceRobert 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. 39Exhibition
Celler Schloß, Gotische Halle: "Afrikanische Kunst, Sammlung Robert Lewitzki", 10. Juli - 31 August 2012