MAKONDÉ, Tanzania. - Lot 258

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600 - 800 EUR
MAKONDÉ, Tanzania. - Lot 258
MAKONDÉ, Tanzania. Dance mask featuring a lunar face, the mouth accompanied by a labret, the nose and ears sculpted in relief, the eyes represented by two small rectangular cavities. It is decorated with engraved plant motifs. Wood, brown patina, wear marks. Height Height : 25 cm Length : 20,5cm Note: Makonde masks are used in ritual and initiation contexts, in relation to spirits and ancestors. The labrets refer to body modification practices marking identity and community belonging.
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