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A Makonde Lipico Initiation mask w/ Human Hair

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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 Lipiko Initiation mask Ex Allan Stone, Simpson: A carved wooden mask in a highly stylized form, adorned with red mineral pigment and human hair. The mask still retains an original textile costume fragment. Makonde peoples, Tanzania, Africa. The mas

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A Red Makonde Lipico Initiation Mask Ex Simmons collection: A carved wooden helmet mask featuring a highly stylized face embellished with a red mineral pigment. makonde peoples, Mozambique, Africa. The mask itself measures 10 x 7.5 inches. A metal display stan

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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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A Makonde Lipico Initiation mask w/ Human Hair

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A carved wooden helmet mask with realistic facial treatment along with mineral pigment dye on the surface and inset human hair. Known as a Lipico mask, it was worn at male iinitation ceremonies into adulthood. Makonde peoples, Tanzania / Mozambique, Africa. The mask measures 9.5 inches tall. A metal display stand can also be included for an additional $50.00

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fair, well handled

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A Makonde Lipico Initiation mask w/ Human Hair

Name: A Makonde Lipico Initiation mask w/ Human Hair
SKU: 111254550
Price: 110 USD
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Estimate $300 - $500

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