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Original Gelde helmet mask from Yoruba people of Nigeria. Beautifully carved detail of braided hair rows, scarification details and original … Read more Original Gelde helmet mask from Yoruba people of Nigeria. Beautifully carved detail of braided hair rows, scarification details and original pigments of red, white and black. These traditional story telling masks were worn on top of the head with raffia and cloth hanging around edge to cover the wearers face. Circa early 1900's. See less
- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 9ʺD × 7ʺH
- Styles
- African
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Nigeria
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Feather
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Great condition with signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
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