Impressive and rare - Mask - Makondé - Mozambique (No reserve price)

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Impressionnant et rare is a Makonde lipiko mask from Mozambique, dating to 2000–2010, carved in light wood and weighing 1 kg, measuring 34 cm wide by 23 cm high by 23 cm deep, in good condition, sold from a private collection, and associated with initiation ceremonies.

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This mask (lipiko) is associated with initiation ceremonies among the Makonde. It is carved from a very lightweight wood. It is always worn with a fabric attached along the mask that falls over the dancer's shoulders, forming part of an elaborate costume designed to completely conceal their identity. These helmet masks are carved with the face tilted upward, with bulging eyes. The hollow nose overlooks oversized, slightly open lips revealing smoothed teeth. The ears are positioned at mouth level. The realism of this type of mask is enhanced by the insertion of human hair. This mask is decorated with relief tattoos and is characterized by a striking contrast of different angles, planes, and folds.

This mask (lipiko) is associated with initiation ceremonies among the Makonde. It is carved from a very lightweight wood. It is always worn with a fabric attached along the mask that falls over the dancer's shoulders, forming part of an elaborate costume designed to completely conceal their identity. These helmet masks are carved with the face tilted upward, with bulging eyes. The hollow nose overlooks oversized, slightly open lips revealing smoothed teeth. The ears are positioned at mouth level. The realism of this type of mask is enhanced by the insertion of human hair. This mask is decorated with relief tattoos and is characterized by a striking contrast of different angles, planes, and folds.

Details

Indigenous object name
Mask
No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Makondé
Country of Origin
Mozambique
Period
2000-2010
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Impressive and rare
Height
23 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
23 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Private collection
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Objects sold
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