YORUBA GELEDE MASK
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The Yoruba of Nigeria celebrate the Gelede which is a tribute to the primordial mother IyàNlàand to the role women play in the process of social organization and development of Yoruba society. Male dancers wear the mask which serves to imbues them with spiritual power to communicate with female ancestors. The festivals combine music, dance, masquerade, prayer and fun. This mask is 10 1/2" greatest dimension. Ex: Christies, South Kensington, London.
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YORUBA GELEDE MASK
Estimate $150 - $200
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