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Masque heaume Janus, Sénufo, Côte d'Ivoire — Senufo Janus helmet mask, Côte d'Ivoire
Masque heaume Janus, Sénufo, Côte d'Ivoire

Senufo Janus helmet mask, Côte d'Ivoire

This Senufo Janus helmet mask from Côte d'Ivoire is a significant example of West African sculptural tradition, featuring the characteristic two-faced design of Janus masks. The piece reflects the cultural and spiritual importance of mask-making among the Senufo people.

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Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Modernités

October 26, 2021

Estimate: $300,000 – $500,000

Lot 30

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Masque heaume Janus, Sénufo, Côte d'Ivoire, Senufo Janus helmet mask, Côte d'Ivoire

This Senufo Janus helmet mask from Côte d'Ivoire is a significant example of West African sculptural tradition, featuring the characteristic two-faced design of Janus masks. The piece reflects the cultural and spiritual importance of mask-making among the Senufo people.

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Related themes

Ceremonial, African, Traditional, Sculptural, Senufo, Wood Carving, Mask, Dark Wood, Figurative, Janus