Many art objects of the Bini people are similar to pieces from the Yoruba or Benin people. However the Bini masks are of a very autonomous shape. This very typical mask is part of the collection of Boris Kegel-Konieztko collected by his mother in the 1950s.
Masks like this are used within the rituals of the secret Ekpo-Society in order to protect the people against illness. This one has little mirror pieces on its eyes which reflect the flames at night.
Comes incl. original collectors etiquette, catalogue number and signs of use.
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Boris Kegel-Konietzko 
