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Mali - Dogon dance mask

Mali Dogon dance mask, second half of the 20th century Hare or rabbit mask from the Dogon ethnic group The Dogon, known for their mythology, are also known for their masked dances. This mask dear to hunters is worn by young adolescents to promote agility. The face has two vertical recesses like the facades of houses, especially those of Hogons; The eyes are therefore receding inaccessible and mysterious To support the hectic action of the dancer, he has a bit with a wooden rod fixed across, which he clamps between his teeth. A mesh of cords remains and ensured the good held with the addition of a fiber neck warmer. White, black, ocher and green plant pigments. Height: 36cm Weight 783 g

Dimensions :
- Height : 36 cm
- Width : 18,5 cm
- Depth : 12 cm
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Dogon : Dogon people live in Mali, more precisely on the Bandiagara cliff. The most valued pieces are statues and ritual masks worn during the "Sigui", a ritual danse organised every 60 years.

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