Mask N'tomo - Bambara - Mali

Masque Ntomo - Bambara - Mali - Wood - 47 cm.

Large Ntomo mask with an antelope head placed on the top and front of the head.
On each side sits a figure.
Mask with 5 branches, rounded forehead, round eyes, a long arched nose, and a small relief mouth.
Scarifications on the face.
This type of mask relates to a period of compulsory instruction given to young boys who have not yet been circumcised in Bambara society.
Dark patina. Good condition.
Comes from the Bougouni region.