12,000.00Worn by young men from the
third grade of the Mmwo
secret society during festivals
marking the beginning of the
dry season.These masks incarnated benevolent female
spirits returning to earth to
assure their families safe
arrival and happiness in the
spirit world. The complex
coiffure signifies a young
womans cultural attainments
and social status.
This piece was collected in the 1960s in Nigeria by T. Peter Limber.
23"H x 12"W NOTE: This mask reaches a height of 27" when displayed on the included lucite stand.
Worn by young men from the
third grade of the Mmwo
secret society during festivals
marking the beginning of the
dry season.These masks incarnated benevolent female
spirits returning to earth to
assure their family's safe
arrival and happiness in the
spirit world. The complex
coiffure signifies a young
woman's cultural attainments
and social status.
This piece was collected in 1960 in Nigeria by T. Peter Limber.
23"H x 12"W NOTE: This mask reaches a height of 27" when displayed on the included lucite stand.
