This wood mask is a one of a kind mask, hand carved by the artists of West Africa.
This is a Bamana mask. The Bamana (or Bambara) people live in Mali. They have quite a lot of masks each type fitted for a specific age group. In Bamana, age-group initiating passed through several stages and each individual would belong to successive societies as he grew and learnt from the tribe.
This is Bamana mask is of the type kore. The kore society is regarded as the master of rain and thunder and it is the highest of the initiation groups. Graduation into the kore society involves teenagers undergoing a symbolic death and rebirth. Initiation is done every seven years and can be intensive, involving masks such as this which are supposed to teach courage, knowledge and work.
This kore mask is of an antelope. Other animals depicted include monkeys, horses, lions and hyenas. The stylistic elements of kore masks are similar and include large eyes and protruding jaws.
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Width: 9 inches
Depth: 6 inches
Weight: 3 pounds
Materials: Wood
Origin: Bamana Tribe - Mali, Africa
Care: Dust the piece as needed.
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