Mémoire d’Afrique — Ref. 282

Bamana / Bambara Ci Wara crest mask — Bambara, Mali — African tribal art — Ref. 282

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Description

Anthropomorphic wooden sculpture representing a stylised animal figure, probably a Bambara Ci Wara from Mali. It is characterised by a geometric body, an elongated neck, a long head and long horizontal horns symbolising the mythical antelope. Ornamental engravings evoke agricultural fertility. Holes on the feet indicate ritual attachment.

Technical details

Availability
Unavailable
Type of piece
Masque
Category
Masks
Ethnic group
Bambara
Country
Mali
Materials
wood, leather autour du coup, collier cord, yeux en iron
Dimensions
H 33 × W 7 × D 67 cm
Weight
0,77 kg
Estimated dating
second half 20th c.
Laboratory test
Not tested
Reference
282