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African tribal art - Dogon mask

Name: African tribal art - Dogon mask
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: UIQ5EY139U
Price: 490 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery Essentiel

490 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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Description

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French private collection.

The Dogon practice four main cults: the Lébé for fertility, the Wagem for ancestors, the Binou for spirits, and the Awa mask society for funerals. During the "dama" ritual, which aims to restore order after a death, the Dogon use animal masks to protect themselves from the soul of the deceased, called "nyama". The Walu mask, representing order, discourages spectators from getting too close to the dancers. This is followed by a pantomime recounting the legend of the mythical walu, each village having its own masks with particular meanings.
A universal (€35) or custom-made (€45) base can be ordered with the mask.

The piece comes with its certificate of authenticity.
PS: what is the certificate of authenticity? https://www.galerie-art-africain.com/faq.aspx?qid=8

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE SHIPPING PRICE INCLUDES INSURANCE AGAINST LOSS, THEFT AND BREAKAGE.

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Additional Information

Condition	As is
Ethnic group	Dogon
Style	Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (African Masks 20th century)
Country of origin	Mali
Height (cm)	42
Materials	Wood
Internal reference	PA44