Sale 207 Lot 373

NIGERIAN YORUBA ORO EFE GELEDE MASK. Patinated Yoruba Oro Efe Gelede wooden mask from Nigeria is painted with natural pigments. It depicts a human face with a crown-like structure on top, featuring various animals and figures. Gelede masks are used in performances that celebrate the power of women and critique antisocial behaviors. The Efe ceremony, which includes the Oro Efe mask, is held annually in conjunction with the Gelede festival. - Height: 12 inches.
Estimate $120-150