- Igbo mask with combs (4)
- Africa
- Nigeria
- Width : 7 7/8 inch
- Height : 13 1/2 inch
- Depth : 13 1/2 inch
- Superb Agbogho (female) mask from the Northern Igbo (or Ibo) mmo society, which symbolizes the spirits of deceased maidens. The maiden spirit represents the ideals of youthful feminine grace and beauty. This kind of chalky mask is generally decorated with two combs on each side and is always worn by a man for ceremonial dances.
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