African Art, Ancient Crest Of The Igbo Culture

Rare headdress of the Igbo culture, a population that occupies the highlands of eastern Nigeria.

The wood of this mask has been dated 1945 +/- 6 by the Museum of Art and Science in Milan, an instrument that together with stylistic expertise can determine its authenticity and high value.
In their society, they use a myriad of masks to embody spirits and ancestors. They also play an important role in the administration of justice and in anniversaries
This headdress was attached to the top of the head and appeared during the Ogbon dances, which are celebrations of fertility, propitiated by the cult of Ala, tutelary deity associated with the cult of the earth and mother of all that has life.
This is a work of intriguing charm in excellent condition with traces of cultural sedimentation.