260501 - Baga Nimba shoulder mask from Guinea.
€155.00
Baga Nimba shoulder mask from Guinea.
Hand carved from a single piece of wood.
Height: 42 cm.
This wooden mask, from the Baga people of Guinea, represents a major element of the cultural and spiritual heritage of this West African people. The Baga are known for their large masks used in ritual ceremonies related to harvests, fertility, and community cohesion. This type of mask is distinguished by its imposing forms and often stylized volumes, sometimes associated with animal figures or symbols linked to nature. The woodworking reflects ancestral know-how passed down from generation to generation, where each carved detail has a precise meaning. The object thus embodies the strong relationship between the Baga people, their natural environment, and their spiritual beliefs.