This Jimini mask, despite its appearance, was probably made to be sold.
The most distinguishing feature of these masks is the projection extending down from the forehead to the chin. It represents a hornbill, the bird honored by the Jimini, the Ligbi, the Senufo and other peoples. There are some traces of colored pigment. Note that one horn's tip is broken off, as is one of the projections from the side of the face.
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