Helmet Mask

early to mid-1900s Overall: 34.9 cm (13 3/4 in.) Source image
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This type of helmet was worn in rituals demonstrating a boy’s transition from one age group to the next, prior to his actual initiation into the secret Poro society. The pre-initiates were viewed as unknowing and anxious oxen, so the horns on such helmets may refer to those of...

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