Kutep Head Crest Mask
Dimondstein Tribal Arts
Horizontal masks similar to this example from the Benue River basin were used for both initiations into adulthood or the passing to the spirit world upon death. Though this was likely the use of this mask, it might have been danced in ceremonies related to hunting and fishing, upon which the Kutep survived..
$3,000.00
Artwork details
Origin
Jompre or Kuteb people, Nigeria
Dimension
H 18IN
H 45.72CM
Provenance
Morton Dimondstein, Los Angeles
Amyas Naegele, New York
Condition
Excellent, appropriate for age and use.
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