#3662 Lg Bamana Male Antelope Chiwara Helmet Mali African Art 28" H

A remarkable Bamana Chi-Wara male antelope crest mask from Mali, standing 28 inches tall. Expertly carved wood embellished with brass, cowrie shells, pompons, and trade beads displays a rich patina with minimal wear. The Chi-Wara society honored farming success through ceremonial performances, with these masks traditionally worn in male-female dance pairs during seasonal agricultural festivals and village celebrations.