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African Art • Ndimu Belly Mask • Makonde • Tanzania • Aluminum
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Product description
Ndimu Mask of the Makonde Ethnic Group - Tanzania - 20th Century
50 cm x 23 cm x 12 cm
Superb ceremonial mask beautifully decorated on the stomach and chest.
Very graphic, incredibly modern.
In excellent condition.
This very special type of mask is worn on the stomach of male dancers during fertility ceremonies.
Among the Makonde, these belly masks are called Ndimu. They represent the transition to adulthood for young children, both boys and girls.
At the end of their period of isolation, festivities are organized, particularly after the circumcision of young boys, for the unveiling of the Ndimu mask, which evokes a pregnant woman.
The man wearing it mimes the stages and pains of childbirth.
• Description: Mask - African Art - Tribal Art - Primitive Arts
• Ethnic Group: Makonde
• Type: Ndimu
• Origin: Tanzania
• Material: Aluminum
• Condition: Very good
• Dimensions: 50 cm × 23 cm × 12 cm
Very good condition
Very good condition
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGoldMaterialAluminiumNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeMediumHeight50 cmWidth23 cm
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Huelgoat, FranceOn Whoppah since October 2024 • 27 sales