Large Helmet Mask
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Large Helmet Mask 'bo num amuin', wood, red, black and white colour, with six horns, carved, two thereof enclose the face , minor dam., flaws at the horns, repaired row of teeth, 'bo nun amuin' means verbal 'gods of the forest' or amuin yasua', 'gods the men, the Baule holding the masks in great honor, masks and matching costumes are stored in special cabins in forest; worn in dance they protect the village against dangerous threats of any kinds and at funerals of famous men, H. 70.5 cm
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Large Helmet Mask
Estimate €450 - €900
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