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THBEarly 20th C. African Yoruba Gelede Wooden Helmet Mask
Lot 176
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Western Africa, Nigeria, Yoruba peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A stunning helmet mask, hand-carved from a single piece of wood, with an expressive countenance and vibrant coloration. A flared bottom rim reveals several perforations meant to hold a large textile costume, and a carved-out interior indicates that this mask is meant to be worn atop one's head rather than over the face. Bulging red eyes are the most-notable characteristic of the striking visage, though full lips, a broad goatee, cupped ears, an arching brow line, and facial scarification marks across the cheeks and forehead also define the chalky-white kaolin painted surface; and areas of crimson and indigo hues further embellish these details. Atop the domed head stands a large, stylized avian figure, with an arching back and folded wings, holding a serpent in its beak. With abundant coloration and expert artistry, this truly is an impressive example replete with craftsmanship and charm! Custom museum-quality display stand included. Size: 14.5" H (36.8 cm); 26" H (66 cm) on included custom stand.
Gelede performances entertain and educate, their narratives and movements usually representing Yoruban ideals of male and female conduct as well as documenting interesting elements of everyday life, such as this transgression act. For the Yoruba people, Gelede masquerades are a means of celebrating and recognizing the importance of females to their society, as the Gelede society whose purpose is the maintain peace is devoted to the mother of all orishas (deities), Yemoja, who represents motherhood, family, sexuality, nurturing, and protection, and is viewed as the matriarchal head of the universe.
Provenance: private Eason Eige collection, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
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#131648Expected age-commensurate surface wear, with a couple of large but stable hairline fissures across face and bottom rim. Fading and some chipping to pigmentation. An old loss on back of head, perhaps integral to the original piece of wood, is present, otherwise excellent. Nice earthen deposits and pigmentation remains throughout.Condition
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