Senufo Culture, "Fire spitter" Helmet Mask
SKU:
94-544-md
$1,850.00
$1,850.00
per item
The vintage zoomorphic mask, called Kponyungo, seems to incorporate elements of the buffalo, the warthog, the crocodile and the antelope.
It is worn by members of the Poro Society to honor departed members of that Society.
The mask has a loss at the right front of the snout as well as some small areas of insect errosion. The is also some minor cracking as well as wear from apparent use and age.
It is worn by members of the Poro Society to honor departed members of that Society.
The mask has a loss at the right front of the snout as well as some small areas of insect errosion. The is also some minor cracking as well as wear from apparent use and age.