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Authentic African Vintage Hand Carved Mask Eket Ibibio Tribal Wall Hanging Art Unique Home Decor for Cultural Appreciation-G3644
SIZE(CM): 15.6/15.2
The circular mask that are used during agricultural festivals and funerary rituals by the Ekpo society are intricately carved by the skilled artists of the Eket community. Located at the center of this petite mask, the visage represents the "Great Mother" an imaginative entity connected to the complete lunar cycle. The triangular decorative patterns are reminiscent of the ornamental necklaces that were worn by members of the tribe, which were adorned with animal teeth. During specific ceremonies, the Idiong divining society includes the use of a mask that is adorned with a collar. This collar is affixed to the perforations of the mask. "The unique shapes and features of the physical landscape are often referred to as the contours of the land. The surface of the object is coated with a dense layer of matte patina. It lacks any imperfections or blemishes. In the region west of the Cross River, among the Ibibio people, secret societies are prevalent and diverse. However, there is no centralized authority to oversee or regulate these groups. In terms of their social structure, the government of this group bears similarity to that of the neighboring Igbo community. They also practice ancestor veneration. The authority of the most senior members of the Ekpo is unquestionable. These members utilize a variety of masks during their ceremonies, including the idiok mask, which is associated with... The Ekon society utilizes statues and puppets to represent various concepts, such as fallen spirits and saved souls, with the Mfon symbolizing the latter. Every seven years, there are theatrical productions that are accompanied by musical performances.
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