Senoufo Mask - Sénoufo - Mali (No reserve price)

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Description from the seller

African mask in bronze
The crest features a hornbill, a symbol of fertility and good harvests.

The Poro society is the foundation of the tribe's cohesion. From the age of 7, the Sénoufo are initiated and educated. The Sénoufo use different types of masks depending on the occasion. The mask
Kpéliyée, used by members of the Poro society, has a heart-shaped face surrounded by little wings.

Seller's Story

I am an African art craftsman and collector
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African mask in bronze
The crest features a hornbill, a symbol of fertility and good harvests.

The Poro society is the foundation of the tribe's cohesion. From the age of 7, the Sénoufo are initiated and educated. The Sénoufo use different types of masks depending on the occasion. The mask
Kpéliyée, used by members of the Poro society, has a heart-shaped face surrounded by little wings.

Seller's Story

I am an African art craftsman and collector
Translated by Google Translate

Details

No. of items
1
Ethnic group/ culture
Sénoufo
Country of Origin
Mali
Period
Early 19th century
Material
Bronze
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Title of artwork
Senoufo Mask
Height
30 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
11 cm
Weight
1 kg
Provenance
Private collection
FranceVerified
206
Objects sold
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