413: TWO SANDE SOCIETY CARVED WOOD AFRICAN HELMET MASKS

1) The smaller carved wood helmet mask for ceremonial purposes in the initiation of young girls entering adulthood depicts hair ornamentation, unusual facial details and typical beauty rings in waves at the neck. Four iron nails are driven into the hair ornament.

2) The slightly taller example with unusual extra ornament in the hair also displays facial details and typical beauty rings in waves at the neck.
Measure 15.75 x 10 x 9 and 17 x 9.5 x 9 inches.
Good condition, noting chips and age splits as shown.
$150 - $250