Nafana 27
SOLD
Nafana 23
SOLD
Nafana 11
SOLD*
The masks below have been sold and are left here for reference
and educational purposes.
Despite their appearance and patina, we believe these masks were probably
made to be sold.
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Nafana 11 |
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Photographs © Hamill Gallery
These huge polychrome plank masks known as Bedu are danced in ceremonies designed to rid the village of harmful spirits. All have a shallow box-like extension on the back that functions to support the mask on the dancer's head. They are not as heavy as their size would indicate and can therefore be hung on a wall.
*Donated to Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA
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