Attachment mask - Igbo - Nigeria

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The Aufsatz-Maske Igbo wooden mask from Nigeria, carved from wood, 50 cm high, 30 cm wide, 25 cm deep, weighing 1550 g, in reasonable condition and not sold with a stand.

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The Igbo girl mask, known as Agbogho Mmuo (Girl Spirit) from Nigeria, is a white wooden mask that represents the spirit of a young girl and embodies idealized female beauty, purity, and morality. It is worn by male dancers at festivals and ceremonies, honors female ancestors, and promotes communal values.

The Igbo girl mask, known as Agbogho Mmuo (Girl Spirit) from Nigeria, is a white wooden mask that represents the spirit of a young girl and embodies idealized female beauty, purity, and morality. It is worn by male dancers at festivals and ceremonies, honors female ancestors, and promotes communal values.

Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Igbo
Country of Origin
Nigeria
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Fair condition
Title of artwork
Attachment mask
Height
50 cm
Width
30 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
1550 g
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Objects sold
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