The Makonde produce not only African facial masks worn during mapiko dances and ngoma ceremonies, but also body masks featuring the female bust. The Makonde of northern Mozambique and southern Tanzania wore helmet masks called lipiko during initiation ceremonies for young people. The Makonde revere an ancestor, which explains the abundance of naturalistic female statuary. Young Makonde boys and girls must undergo a period of seclusion of approximately six months, during which they are taught songs, dances and practical activities. The rules of behavior in adult life, sexual life and the obligations of marriage are discussed. This initiation ended with festive ceremonies featuring the male dancers midimu (sing. ndimu). The latter, wearing a female mask matched with a costume, the whole of which is called amwalindembo, mimed the suffering accompanying childbirth. Matte patina of red ocher color, velvety, halos. Height on base: 51 cm.
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