Great Chamba bushcow mask from Nigeria.
The Chamba people live in eastern Nigeria, to the south of the Benue river, on either side of the Cameroon border. Their large, heavy helmet masks are used in religious ceremonies, initiations, funerals as well as on the occasion of the enthronement of new chiefs. The present ‘classic’, old buffalo mask is made of heavy, brown wood. With remains of red colouring.
Good condition with traces of wear and tear.


Provenance: Manfred Schäfer, former gallery owner from Ulm (Germany). Custom made stand is included in this lot!



Object

Mask

Ethnic group:

Chamba

Country:

Nigeria

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

Yes

Dimensions:

20x49x18 cm

Weight:

2100 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $170.00

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