A Rare Bini Ekpo Society African Mask
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A carved wooden mask with kaolin clay pigments and accented with laundry blue pigments. Such masks were worn by Ekpo members to impersonate the ancestors. Rituals were also performed for planting, harvesting (yam harvest) and funerals. The mask measures 14.5 x 5.5 inches. A metal display stand can also be included for an additional $40.00. Provenance: Ex Rosin collection, WI, USA.
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Good, well worn and weathered
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A Rare Bini Ekpo Society African Mask
Estimate $300 - $500
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