Gurussi Antelope Mask Size:12in X 12in X 42in Congolese Bacongo Fetish

Congolese Bacongo Fetish

Shellfish necklace Mali

What sets this doll apart is its breathtaking adornment

echoing the zigzag border of a cup delicately balanced at the summit

The deep blue color was not only aesthetically pleasing but also carried cultural significance

Gurussi Antelope Mask Size:12in X 12in X 42in Congolese Bacongo FetishGurussi Antelope Mask 19th Century This mask was carved in the style of the Gurussi people of Burkina Faso. It features an antelope with geometric patterns painted throughout, a typical trait of Burkina Faso artwork. The Antelope mask represents one of the protective spirits from the bush, which is closely associated with the spirits of ancestors. Such masks can perform on several occasions throughout the dry season from October to May, including