Marka - 200148 - African Markha yellow mask - Mali. - Sold
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- Description
- Marka
| Type of artwork | Ethnographic art |
| Period | 1945 to 1999 |
| Technique | Wood |
| Style | African |
| Subject | Mask |
| Dimensions | 35 x 26 x 14 cm (h x w x d) |
Mali: Tribal used African yellow Markha mask.
This type of mask is used in initiation ceremonies.
Hand carved from a single piece of wood
The professional standard is not included in the auction. You can order it there for 29.85 euros.
Taxatiewaarde: 150 - 175 euro.
The Marka are a Mande subgroup. This ethnic group is independent from the Bambara but their styles show a strong Bambara influence. The Marka are famous for their masks and puppets. Similar to Bambara's ntomo society masks, Marka masks are generally carved with horns, comb or crest on top of the head, but unlike Bambara masks they are often covered with metal sheeting. The Marka dress their masks in gaily-colored costumes made of cloth; they always appear in pairs, to represent man's courting of woman. Masks with a comb, similar to the ntomo masks of the Bambara, are danced in the context of adolescent boys’ initiation rites.
| Condition | |||
| Condition | Very good | ||
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| Pick up | The work can be picked up on location. As a buyer you must bring your own packaging materials. The location is: Hengelo, The Netherlands | ||
| Shipment | Parcel post | ||
| Price | Up to 5 kg.
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