Shaman mask - Himalaya - Nepal (No reserve price)
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Shaman mask from the Himalayan Mountains in Nepal, made of yak leather with a textured surface, 28 cm high, 17 cm wide, 5.75 cm deep, dating to the late 20th century and in good condition, sold without the stand used for photos.
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Shaman masks from the Himalayan mountains in Nepal.
This mask is made from jaguar leather with a hairy texture.
These masks are handcrafted by first working with wood into the desired shape. Then, the wood is rubbed with yak butter, after which yak leather is placed on top, and the entire piece is smoked over a fire.
In Nepal, the shaman plays an important role in society. He wears this mask during spirit channeling, which enables him to attract the right spirits and ward off malicious ones. These 'good' spirits assist in healing illnesses and guide villagers through significant life changes involving the spirit world, such as birth, social status changes, and death.
Such a mask can also be hung indoors, where it serves a protective function.
The mask is delivered without the support used in the photos.
Seller's Story
Rootz Gallery has an extensive collection of remarkable art objects from the non-Western world and a collection of modern and contemporary art. The art collection originally started with the gathering of modern and contemporary art. Due to a long-standing fascination with other cultures, it was quickly expanded to include non-Western art objects. The gallery has primarily focused on non-Western art for a long time, but has recently also refocused on modern and contemporary art.
Many pieces originate from ritual contexts and have been carefully collected over a period of 40 years. The items, often acquired during travels and coming from old collections, offer a unique insight into authentic cultures and traditions.
Translated by Google TranslateShaman masks from the Himalayan mountains in Nepal.
This mask is made from jaguar leather with a hairy texture.
These masks are handcrafted by first working with wood into the desired shape. Then, the wood is rubbed with yak butter, after which yak leather is placed on top, and the entire piece is smoked over a fire.
In Nepal, the shaman plays an important role in society. He wears this mask during spirit channeling, which enables him to attract the right spirits and ward off malicious ones. These 'good' spirits assist in healing illnesses and guide villagers through significant life changes involving the spirit world, such as birth, social status changes, and death.
Such a mask can also be hung indoors, where it serves a protective function.
The mask is delivered without the support used in the photos.
Seller's Story
Rootz Gallery has an extensive collection of remarkable art objects from the non-Western world and a collection of modern and contemporary art. The art collection originally started with the gathering of modern and contemporary art. Due to a long-standing fascination with other cultures, it was quickly expanded to include non-Western art objects. The gallery has primarily focused on non-Western art for a long time, but has recently also refocused on modern and contemporary art.
Many pieces originate from ritual contexts and have been carefully collected over a period of 40 years. The items, often acquired during travels and coming from old collections, offer a unique insight into authentic cultures and traditions.
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No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Himalaya
Country of Origin
Nepal
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Leather
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Shaman mask
Height
28 cm
Width
17 cm
Depth
5.75 cm
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