Masque hyène "suruku" de la société du "korè" · Mali, Bamana · ID: 3044149
Vendu
800 €
Provenance
German CollectionDescription
wood, base
To become an adult in Bamana society, males must be initiated into the “korè” society. Initiation involves symbolic death and rebirth, a test of courage and the chance to acquire adult knowledge.
Publications
AHDRC: 0153897