Yoruba Gelede Helmet Mask, Nigeria
height 15 1/4in (38.5cm)
of deeply hollowed form and pierced around the edges for attachment, the single-crested coiffure dividing two coiled pangolins above an elliptical facial plane with pierce almond-shaped eyes, flaring nostrils and pursed lips; fine, honey-brown patina with indigo, red, black and yellow pigments.
Provenance:
Private American Collection