African Yoruba Crest Carved Helmet Mask

This African Yoruba Crest Carved Helmet Mask is a stunning piece of art that captures the essence of the Yoruba tribe. The mask is made from high-quality wood and features intricate carvings that are both authentic and original. The mask is brown in color and is perfect for collectors of African, ethnographic, and antique artifacts. The mask's unique design and craftsmanship make it a valuable addition to any art collection. Whether you're a collector or just looking for a unique piece of art to decorate your home, this African Yoruba Crest Carved Helmet Mask is the perfect choice.

13 Inches Tall
6.5 Inches Wide Ear to Ear
7 1/4 x 7 1/4 Inches Wide Base
6 Inches Deep

This is a wonderful Male Hand Carved Head Crest Mask with Hair from the Yoruba Tribe of Nigeria. This head crest mask is used in dances in honor of Egungun, the god of ancestors. This old ‘Egungun dance crest’ with a painted black head and face, yellow colored eyes has tribal scarification marks, as well as hair attached to the head, which is nailed on. Helmet masks such as these are used in the grand mask dances in honor of the god of ancestors 'Egungun'. These dances are performed by men with the aforementioned head crests and in very colorful, large, floor-length costumes. This is a beautiful mask with a a nice patina and would be wonderful in your collection or home.


13.5 Inches Tall
7 Inches Wide
11 Inches Deep

This old mask shows age, some discoloration and is missing hair, but overall in wonderful condition.

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