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A Mende Sowei Female Initiation Mask

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A carved wooden Bundu or Sowei Mask for the Sande Female society initiation dances of the Mende peoples. Carved wood with stylized face and form, adorned with long raffia grass to cover the dancer.Sierra leone, West Africa. The mask measures 13 x 10 inches ( 30 inches when counting the hanging grass) A durable metal display stand can be included for an additional $35.00

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A Mende Sowei Female Initiation Mask

Name: A Mende Sowei Female Initiation Mask
SKU: 73976062
Price: 180 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $500 - $800

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