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Large African Kota Wooden Helmet Mask

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Central Africa, Gabon, Kota people, ca. early to mid 20th century CE. A large wooden helmet mask, hand carved and made from multiple pieces of wood. The mask has a tall crest running from front to back along its central ridge, and a shorter crest running from left to right, also along its central ridge. The masked face is dramatic, with a heart-shaped brow, square cutout eyes underneath heavy, half-spherical lids, and a small, rectangular mouth. Kota helmet masks are known as emboli or mbuto, and they are worn during dances celebrating the initiation of adolescent boys. Size: 9.4" W x 16.5" H (23.9 cm x 41.9 cm)

Provenance: the late Nick Poolos collection, Adeon Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, USA acquired before 1970

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Condition

Small areas of inactive insect damage and surface wear. Old repair along crack on back of head. Old repair along crest with a staple through it. Some remaining areas of pigment, especially on the back of the mask.

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Large African Kota Wooden Helmet Mask

Name: Large African Kota Wooden Helmet Mask
SKU: 57693511
Price: 1200 USD
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