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Ngil mask – Wood – Fang – Gabon

 120,00

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Description

Beautiful old mask from the NGIL society from the FANG tribe of Gabon.
This mask was carved in a sublime and rustic style. With a long nose and a mouth all under the mask, half-rounded eyes. The mask is covered with a kaolin layer.

These masks were used by the male NGIL society that no longer exists today. This secret society was responsible for the initiation and they fought against witchcraft. The Ngil had a ritual purifying fire symbolized by the gorilla.
The mask is in fair condition with a beautiful aged patina and clear traces of wear and tear.

 

Object: Mask
Ethnic group: Fang
Country: Gabon
Material: Wood
Period: Mid 20th century
Sold with stand: Yes
Dimensions: 38x19x10 cm (with stand)
Weight: 750 gram
Condition:  Fair condition, used with some signs of wear
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