Mid 20th C. African Yoruban Wood Egungun Mask
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**Originally Listed At $200**
Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, ca. mid 20th century CE. A hand-carved and painted Egungun headdress depicting a bearded visage with very high pointed rabbit-like ears. Egungun masks are traditionally used to honor male ancestors. Although each mask is given an individual name, it does not actually refer to a specific member of one's lineage. Instead Egungun masks are associated with a collective understanding or force generated by the ancestral spirits. During an annual festival, all of the Egungun appear to celebrate the deceased with a joyous celebration. It is believed that ancestors bless the living descendants and bring about good health, settle arguments, reinforce morality, and rid the community of witchcraft. Size: 6.25" W x 13.25" H (15.9 cm x 33.7 cm)
Provenance: ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, USA acquired prior to 1970
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Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba, ca. mid 20th century CE. A hand-carved and painted Egungun headdress depicting a bearded visage with very high pointed rabbit-like ears. Egungun masks are traditionally used to honor male ancestors. Although each mask is given an individual name, it does not actually refer to a specific member of one's lineage. Instead Egungun masks are associated with a collective understanding or force generated by the ancestral spirits. During an annual festival, all of the Egungun appear to celebrate the deceased with a joyous celebration. It is believed that ancestors bless the living descendants and bring about good health, settle arguments, reinforce morality, and rid the community of witchcraft. Size: 6.25" W x 13.25" H (15.9 cm x 33.7 cm)
Provenance: ex-Adeon Gallery, Chicago, Illinois, USA acquired prior to 1970
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#130713
Condition
Old losses to peripheries of ears, beard, and neck as shown. Expected surface wear from use and age, but nice remains of pigment. Lovely patina.
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Mid 20th C. African Yoruban Wood Egungun Mask
Estimate $300 - $450
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