Description: wood, pigment remains, fabric, rest., base The "agbogho mmwo" mask type embodies the ideal image of a woman, both in terms of physical beauty and moral values. The white clay pigmentation on the face refers to the spirits of the revered ancestors. This masks are used mostly during agricultural festivals (usually the dry season), such as the annual "fame of maidens" festival. Also at funerals of important members of the "mmwo" society or in honour of village deities. Published in: "Cultures, The World Arts Fair", 12-16 June 2019, Brussels, p. 15 AHDRC: 0162381 Continent: Africa
Dimensions: H: 33 cm, H: 13,0 inch
Condition Report: See description
Provenance: Olivier Le Corneur (1906-1991) & Jean Roudillon, Paris, France Gordon Heath, New York, USA/ Paris Roger Bourahimou, Brussels, Belgium