Igbo Okoroshi Oma Mask

Nigeria

Early 20th c

11 1/4 inches high x 6 1/2 inches wide

Ex: Berlin, Germany collection

$ 950

Inv. # A3696

This rare Igbo Okoroshi Oma mask is highly naturalistic with raised forehead, open mouth, baring teeth with white pigment accented with brown keloid decoration.  This Igbo Okoroshi mask was danced during agricultural seasons, blessing yam crops and protecting pregnant women.

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