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Lot: 674
Maske Aghogho mmuo

"Aghogho mmuo mask". Ethnicity: Igbo.



Country: Nigeria.



Manifestations of the powerful spirit that pays homage to young virgins and singles of marriageable age, this type of mask, with a beautiful fine and delicate line, exalts beauty with a slim silhouette, pointed breasts, voluminous hairstyle, straight nose and small mouth..., although the notion of beauty is not limited to physical appearance but rather implies moral qualities that an adolescent woman must possess to get married. The white color of the face, a symbol of purity, and the bright, unique and sophisticated colors of the outfit reproduce the uli body paints that embellish the woman''s body.

The release of these masks coincides with the sowing season. Dancing with elegance, they clearly relate female fertility to the future harvest. 210 cm. height

Title
Aghogho mmuo mask
Country
Nigeria
Measures
210 cm. height

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Categories
DECORATIVE ARTS
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4.750 €

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