This Dogon Kanaga Mask was orignially purchased from the Thomas Ford Gallery in Boston on July 24, 1968. The mask is a large, towering wooden structure that has black and red pigmentation. The box-like angular face mask has a sharp, elongated nose surmounted by two pairs of double L-shaped arms, both extending up towards the heavens. The arms are attached to the central wooden post with leather binding. Overall measures apprx 33" x 25" x 8."
The Dogon tribes of Africa reside in cliff dwellings in Mali. The Kanaga masks were worn in an obscure Dogon ritual. Dancers wearing the masks would sweep their heads towards the ground with the top of the masks.
600/900 Sold $247.25
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