Zemanek-Münster

Round mask

Nigeria, Eket
not available anymore
Provenance
Freddy Joy, London, England
Size
H: 18 cm
H: 7.1 inch

Description

wood, blackish brown patina encrusted in some areas, sickle-shaped slit eyes, flat carved triangular ornament running around the rim, slightly dam., missing parts (rim), small traces of insect caused damage, base;
according to Francois Neyt, the round masks of the “ekpo” society were used during yam festivals and funeral ceremonies.


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