A Bamana Ntomo Mask Ex Berg En Daal Museum 1964
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A Carved wooden mask with high comb superstructure embellished with aluminum decorative elements and animal hide. Ntomo is one of many associations historically found in communities identified as Bamana, and its membership has usually consisted of young boys in the process of learning adult responsibilities. Traditionally Ntomo performers wear full-body masks, each consisting of a wooden face mask and cloth outfit. The Mask measures 21 x 10 inches. Provenance: Possibly Ex Berg En Dal Museum , Netherlands from 1964.
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A Bamana Ntomo Mask Ex Berg En Daal Museum 1964
Estimate $800 - $1,500
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