African art among the Fang. Formerly called Pahouins, the Fang form a very large ethnic group settled, following migrations, in Central Africa, in the three republics of Gabon, Equatorial Guinea and Cameroon. This mask offers a realistic face, scarified, and topped with a crest. Upholstery nails carefully delineate the headdress. Satin brown patina, erosions and cracks. Height on base: 40 cm. Linked to the cult of ancestors, the Byéri, this mask was responsible for discerning troublemakers, especially sorcerers. It comes out nowadays for entertainment festivals. It also appears now during festivals, funerals, birth celebrations, and on the occasion of an important decision within the village. It was also worn by the Fang Okak and Ntoumou, Ntumu men of Equatorial Guinea during a dance associated with the Byeri cult. It sometimes has up to six faces.
290.00 € Possibility of payment in 2x (2x 145.0 €)
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