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Helmet mask (kifwebe) and costume, late 19th to early 20th century (wood, paint, fibre, cane & gut)
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Helmet mask (kifwebe) and costume, late 19th to early 20th century (wood, paint, fibre, cane & gut)
1068337 Helmet mask (kifwebe) and costume, late 19th to early 20th century (wood, paint, fibre, cane & gut) by African School; 34.6x22.3x19.1 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: The striated masks known as kifwebe are part of a cultural tradition originating in the Congo River basin, Central Africa.); The Gustave and Franyo Schindler Collection of African Sculpture, gift of the McDermott Foundation in honor of Eugene McDermott
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© The Gustave and Franyo Schindler Collection of African Sculpture, gift of the McDermott Foundation in honor of Eugene McDermott / Bridgeman Images
Anthropological Anthropology Artefact Artifact Artifacts Central African Ethnographic Faces Helmets Mask Masks Afica Afric Central Africa Striated
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This print showcases a remarkable Helmet mask (kifwebe) and costume from the late 19th to early 20th century. Created by the African School, this exquisite piece of art is made from wood, paint, fibre, cane, and gut. It measures approximately 34.6x22.3x19.1 cm and is currently housed in the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA. The kifwebe masks featured in this photograph are known for their striking striated patterns and hold great cultural significance within Central Africa's Congo River basin region. These masks are deeply rooted in ritualistic practices and play an integral role in traditional ceremonies. Part of The Gustave and Franyo Schindler Collection of African Sculpture, this particular helmet mask was generously gifted to the museum by the McDermott Foundation as a tribute to Eugene McDermott. With its intricate craftsmanship and rich symbolism, this artifact offers a glimpse into the fascinating world of Central African culture. Its presence serves as a testament to the enduring power of artistic expression across different societies throughout history. Through Bridgeman Images' lens capturing every detail with precision, viewers can appreciate not only the beauty but also gain insight into anthropological aspects surrounding these ethnographic treasures from Africa's diverse heritage.
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