My family lived in Nigeria in the early nineteen sixties and collected beautiful items. Some were bought in the markets and some were bought from a Hausa trader.
Friday, May 25, 2007
Afikpo Mask
A mask carved for the New Yam festival in Afikpo. There is a complete set of these masks, used for a ceremonial dance. They were carved by hand, but have not been used, as they were purchased from the craftsman.
A mask carved for the New Yam festival in Afikpo. There is a complete set of these masks, used for a ceremonial dance. They were carved by hand, but have not been used, as they were purchased from the craftsman.
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