$305
TWO MENDE SOWEI MASKS Sierra Leone, Africa. Carved wooden helmet masks with highly stylized facial features, elaborate coiffure and neck rolls, all signs of prestige among the Tribe. Such masks are worn exclusively by the woman of the mende Tribes Sande society during initiation rituals. Tallest: 15 1/2"
Auctioneer:
Rago Auctions
Date:
2010-02-13