African Igbo Agbogho Mmuo Helmet Mask – Nigeria

African Igbo Agbogho Mmuo Helmet Mask - Nigeria. Size are 51 high, only the wood mask. This Igbo helm mask is from the second part of the 20th century and comes with a certificate of authenticity. The Igbo region between the towns of Onitsha and Akwa has a rich and diverse tradition of mask and headdress use, often influenced by neighboring groups such as the Idoma and Igala. This headdress was used by the secret society of Mmwo men and may represent a beautiful spirit. Igbo people live in the southeast of Nigeria. Very important part of their daily living is the masquerade or mmanwu. Masquerades are organized as part of various festival, burial services and other similar events. There is the Annual Masquerade Festival held each November in the Enugu State. Masked performances can also be seen between August and September as part of the Yam (Iri Yi) Festival. The Igbos made their masks out of wood or fabric. Some masks appear only on certain events. But it is much more common to see the same masks on almost all events. There are some minor differences from region to region. Only men are allowed to wear masks. Performers must... lees verder bij Catawiki