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Bidjogo Mask (N° 25855)

Animal masks and African decoration.
African mask named vaca bruto   in Creole, provided with real horns, and coming from the Bidjogo , established in the Bissagos archipelago made up of around thirty islands located off the coast of Guinea-Bissau. The mask is worn before or at the end of initiation ceremonies, by a young “cabaro” initiate, who will bend and rear up, conveying the idea of a young animal that is vigorous but still untamed, and the need to go through the initiatory process in order to acquire discipline and mastery.
Minor abrasions and desiccation cracks. Matte patina.  

380.00 
Possibility of payment in 2x (2x 190.0 €)

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EthnyBidjogo
CountryGuinée
Material(s)wood,metal, textile
Height cm36
Width44 cm
Weight1.70 Kg
Socle inclusOptional

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