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A horned mask with large, triangular-shaped ears extending from the back of the mask, a long animal snout with flared nostrils and horns that originate from the base of the ears and curve back towards the animal snout. Traces of geometric polychrome designs can still be seen on the mask. Nigeria, Ijebu. 1930 - 1950. 23"l.
Condition: Good, with some surface loss and abrasions.
Provenance: Private Midwest CollectorCatalog Notes: The Ijebu Yoruba are well known for their very colorful masking tradition and masquerades that honor spirits of both water and the land.
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