A Marka mask, Mali, Segou region. Certificate of origin and proveance. Incl stand.

“The Marka masks function not only as artistic expressions but also as sacred emblems that embody the living force of the spirits they represent. In the performance of dances and rituals, these masks facilitate the transition between realms, allowing the wearer to embody divine powers and communicate with the ancestors. Such masks are not merely objects of adornment; they are ritual tools that bind the community to its past and the unseen forces that govern their world. The complex iconography on the Marka mask serves to communicate ideas of protection, transformation, and the reaffirmation of social order.”
— Christraud Geary, "African Art and the Ritual Connection," 2003.

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Height: 26 cm without stand
Weight: 2 kg incl. stand