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African Baga Snake Helmet Mask

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Item Details

Description

Baga People, Guinea, West Africa: Helmet mask with a snake. Late 19th Century (Circa 1890) Carved wood and pigments, mounted on a custom-made steel stand.

The serpent (Kalimbe, or Bansonyi) refers to a protective spirit manifested in the form of a snake that presides over male initiation ceremonies in the Baga culture.

Many helmet-style masks feature holes along the lower rim, by which whey are attached to a costume. This mask, without holes, shows wear from being held above the head by hand.

This item is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity.
Dimensions: 43"H x 41.5"L w/stand; Mask is 10.5"H x 7"Wx 41.5"L
Provenance: Private collection, Massachusetts; Private collection, Germany

Condition

Good, aged condition, with signs of wear and use.
NOTE: If documentation is not listed, the lot is sold without documents.

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African Baga Snake Helmet Mask

Name: African Baga Snake Helmet Mask
SKU: 85974775
Price: 2000 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $2,000 - $6,000

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