Yoruba Gelede Mask/Headdress Benin painted wood, carved with a tall crest depicting a rooster flanked by a bird and a donkey Measurements: height 55 cm Provenance: The Estate of Ray Hughes Reference: Gelede masks are worn by Yoruba dancers at festivals celebrating the elderly women, female ancestors and deities of the community. This ritual takes place each year at the beginning of a new agricultural season. The Gelede masquerade combines art and ritual dances to amuse, educate and inspire worship EStimate $1,000 - $1,500 sold $1,200 Incl BP
Yoruba Gelede Mask/Headdress Benin painted wood, carved with a tall crest depicting a rooster flanked by a bird and a donkey Measurements: height 55 cm Provenance: The Estate of Ray Hughes Reference: Gelede masks are worn by Yoruba dancers at festivals celebrating the elderly women, female ancestors and deities of the community. This ritual takes place each year at the beginning of a new agricultural season. The Gelede masquerade combines art and ritual dances to amuse, educate and inspire worship EStimate $1,000 - $1,500 sold $1,200 Incl BP
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