Beautiful mask from the Marka / Bambara tribe of Mali
The wooden mask is charestic decorated with metal plates
Detailed scarification all over the face with typical appearance

The BAMBARA have all sorts of societies in which men pass stages, such as the ndomo, komo, nama, kono, tyi wara and kore, they constitute the different stages of initiation societies. Each society owns different masks.

Provenance: former private German collection.

Object:

Marka Mask

Ethnic group:

Bambara

Country:

Mali

Material:

Wood, Metal

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

41x17x9 cm

Weight:

500 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $150.00

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