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A Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask)

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A Makonde Lipiko Initation Helmet mask Ex Bordogna Coll: A Finely carved wooden helmet mask with raised scarification designs and a wonderful sense of realism. Lipico masks are traditional initiation masks. Makonde peoples, Tanzania/ Mozambique, Africa. The

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Fine Old Makonde Lipico Initiation Mask ~Ex A. Gordon: This is a very finely carved old wooden "lipiko" helmet mask from the Makonde peoples of Mozambique / Tanzania, Africa. A elegant example with raised tribal scars and overall stylized features. A dura

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A Makonde Lipico Initiation mask Ex Bonhams / Ex Gerena: A Carved wooden helmet mask with yellow mineral pigments and embellished with human hair tufts and a soft well handled surface The mask resonates a serene spiritual quality. The mask has old tribal re

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Makonde Lipico Initiation Mask with Lip Plug Body Mod: A carved wooden helmet mask with a large lip plug and stylized facial features. Such masks are known as "Lipico" and were used for male initiation ceremonies. Makonde peoples, Tanzania, Africa. The ma

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Makonde Lipico mask representing a Portuguese: Mozambique, Maconde, 19th/20th century, lipico helmet mask in wood carved with pigments representing Portuguese. Used in Mapico initiation dances. Signs of use. Dim.:28.5cm

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A Makonde Female Lipico Initiation mask Ex Warkow Coll.: A finely carved wooden helmet mask with reddish mineral pigment accent and a small section of human hair. Makonde peoples, Mozambique, Africa. The mask measures 11 x 6 inches. A durable metal display

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Makonde Lipico Initiation mask: A Carved wooden helmet style mask with inserted Human hair pigs and a energetic facial style. Makonde peoples, Tanzania, Africa. The mask measures 10.5 inches tall x 8.5 inches wide. A metal display s

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Old Makonde Lipico Initiation mask Ex Stewart Warkow: A finely carved wooden helmet style mask with realistic facial features and overall well handled surface patina. Makonde peoples, Tanzania and Mozambique, Africa. Provenance: - Ex. Stewart Warkow coll

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A Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask)

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A Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask), Tanzania, c. early 20th Century, with nice carved features and attractive glossy patination. H: 9 2/3 in (24.5cm). Ex Philadelphia estate, purchased in the 1950's-1960's.

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A Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask)

Name: A Makonde initiation helmet mask (Lipico mask)
SKU: 35780446
Price: 700 USD
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Estimate $700 - $800

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