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Initiation mask - Wood - Punu - Gabon

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Initiation mask - Wood - Punu - Gabon: Stylistic wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon. PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This m

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Item Details

Description

Stylistic wooden initiation mask from the PUNU tribe, Gabon.
PUNU masks are thought to represent ancestors` faces. They are worn during funerals and by a Moukouji initiate who stands on stilts. This masks has a realistic, white face with protruding pursed lips, T-shaped nose, globular protruding eyes incised with a curve, high-dome forehead and characteristic ridged high coiffure, which reflect the PUNU women`s style.
This mask has raised lozenge scarifications on the forehead, which are thought to be associated either with a female ancestor, or with a southern sub-group of the PUNU tribe. Good condition with slight traces of wear and tear.

Object

Initiation Mask

Ethnic group:

Punu

Country:

Gabon

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Second half 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

33x18x13 cm

Weight:

650 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $70.00

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