Head dance mask of the IBO, Nigeria, ca 1960

Striking and very beautiful object! this Ibo head that is worn on top of the head as a dance mask. The head has attributes that refer to wealth, prosperity, well-being. Remnants of kaolin colouring are still visible all over the head. Patina is age appropriate. Shrinkage crack is visible in the photos. The head is placed on a foot.

Height: 25 cm
Circumference at the bottom: 46 cm
Weight: 938 grams
Origin: Nigeria
Date: circa 1960
Provenance: Obtained in situ by Peter Beaujean