This large fragmentary helmet-mask
was used for the Kono power
association with the Bamana in Mali.
Its wear and crusty patina show a
great age and intensive use. Approx
19th century. Found in a household
clearance of de Jong family in the
Netherlands. Since the 70ties with the
family. (85cm) Coll. Louis Nierijnck.
sold
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