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This striking mid-20th-century Baga Nimba shoulder mask (also known as D'mba) stands as a monumental example of traditional African ritual …
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This striking mid-20th-century Baga Nimba shoulder mask (also known as D'mba) stands as a monumental example of traditional African ritual art from Guinea. Hand-carved from a single piece of dense, dark hardwood, the sculpture captures the iconic stylized female form representing power, fertility, and the bounty of the harvest. The piece features a prominent, crested head with a beautifully hooked nose and geometric facial scarification patterns, resting on a long neck that flows into a heavy, sloping torso with flat, pendulous breasts. Supported by four massive, pillar-like legs that historically rested on a dancer's spaulders, the wood exhibits a richly aged, weathered patina with subtle remnants of traditional offerings and hand-incised detailing along the chest and crest. This impressive ceremonial sculpture serves as a powerful artistic statement, offering collectors a classic blend of sculptural abstraction and rich cultural heritage.
Dimensions:
24"w x 22"d x 71"h
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- Dimensions
- 24ʺW × 22ʺD × 71ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Guinea
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Good Condition; General wear from use and age Good Condition; General wear from use and age less
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